Venom: The Last Dance: Final Movie, Box Office, Venom 4 Future

Few movie trilogies end with a question mark hanging over the future of their central hero — but Venom: The Last Dance does exactly that. Released in October 2024, the third and supposedly final Venom film pulled in $175 million worldwide in its opening weekend, according to The Hollywood Reporter (entertainment trade publication).

Release Year: 2024 · Box Office (Opening Weekend): $175 million · Main Actor: Tom Hardy · Trilogy Position: Third and final

Five key data points, one pattern: the film opened to a solid global number but the domestic start was the trilogy’s weakest, setting up a debate about whether The Last Dance is a successful finale or a transitional piece.

Is Venom: The Last Dance the final movie?

Trilogy conclusion confirmed by director and cast

Venom: The Last Dance was marketed as the third and final installment of the trilogy. Director Kelly Marcel has stated that the film concludes the story arc for Eddie Brock and Venom, per coverage from The Hollywood Reporter (entertainment news). Tom Hardy, whose contract reportedly ends with this film, has said in interviews that this is the end of the trilogy and he is moving on. No official announcement of a fourth film has been made by Sony Pictures.

Post-credits scene and future hints

The post-credits scene reportedly teases the villain Knull, indicating that while the trilogy ends, the symbiote universe may continue. According to Vulture (culture outlet), the film sets up Knull as a godlike figure who was betrayed and imprisoned, leaving the door open for future stories. However, as of early 2025, no Venom 4 has been confirmed by the studio.

Is Venom 3 a hit or flop?

Box office performance vs. production budget

Venom: The Last Dance opened to $51 million domestically, the lowest in the trilogy, as reported by Deadline (trade publication). That same outlet noted the opening included a $22 million Friday and a Saturday that fell 23% from the first day. Yet globally, the film launched with $175 million, according to The Hollywood Reporter. By November 13, 2024, it had crossed $405.5 million worldwide, per Deadline.

With a production budget of $110 million (data from The Numbers (box office analytics)), the film has generated a strong return on investment, even if domestic numbers disappointed.

Critical reception compared to previous Venom films

Critical consensus has been mixed. Reviews have focused on the introduction of Knull rather than a fully developed standalone antagonist arc, as noted by Vulture (culture outlet). Audience reactions on Reddit (fan forum) suggest generally positive sentiment, though with lower enthusiasm than the first two films.

Is there going to be Venom part 4?

Sony’s plans for the Venom franchise

As of early 2025, Sony Pictures has not officially announced a fourth Venom film. The studio has not publicly discussed the franchise’s future beyond The Last Dance. Speculation on Reddit r/boxoffice (fan discussion) suggests that a potential continuation hinges on the film’s global box office performance.

Tom Hardy’s potential return

Tom Hardy has stated that his contract ends with this film, but whether he would reprise the role if a fourth film were made remains unclear. No official confirmation from Hardy or Sony has been reported. The introduction of Knull, however, provides a narrative hook that could propel the Sony Spider-Man universe forward with or without Hardy.

Was Venom: The Last Dance good?

Audience vs. critic opinions

Critics have been lukewarm, with Vulture (culture outlet) describing the film as “bad on purpose,” leaning into the absurdity. Audience reception appears warmer, with Reddit (fan forum) noting that fans enjoyed the chemistry between Hardy and the symbiote.

Key strengths and weaknesses

Tom Hardy’s performance is consistently praised — even in weaker reviews. The CGI and plot structure have drawn criticism, with We Live Entertainment (review site) calling it “strutting symbiote stuff” that prioritizes style over substance.

“Knull is a godlike figure who apparently predates the universe and created symbiotes before being betrayed and imprisoned.”

– Vulture (culture outlet)

“The film positions Knull as the villain and sends monstrous symbiote hunters after Eddie Brock and Venom.”

– We Live Entertainment (review site)

Why is Venom 3 flopped?

Factors behind perceived underperformance

The domestic opening of $51 million was the lowest in the trilogy, leading some observers to label the film a “flop” despite its strong global numbers. Deadline (trade publication) reported a 23% drop from Friday to Saturday, suggesting weaker word-of-mouth. Superhero fatigue in the market may also be a factor, as noted in trade analysis.

Comparison to earlier Venom movies

The first Venom (2018) opened to $80 million domestically, and Let There Be Carnage (2021) debuted to $90 million. The Last Dance falls well short of both, though its global start of $175 million is comparable thanks to stronger international markets.

Who is Knull afraid of?

Knull’s role in the Marvel comics

In the comics, Knull is the god of the symbiotes, a primordial entity who created the race. Vulture (culture outlet) describes him as “a godlike figure who apparently predates the universe.” AV Nirvana (review site) calls him the “god and creator of the symbiotes.” He fears light and certain cosmic entities, such as the Celestials and the Phoenix Force, though these are not explored in the film.

Potential connections to future Spider-Man or Venom stories

The film teases Knull as a future major villain in Sony’s universe. We Live Entertainment (review site) notes that Knull sends symbiote hunters after Eddie, setting up a larger threat. Whether this leads to a direct confrontation with Spider-Man or a new symbiote hero remains unconfirmed.

What this means: the franchise is at a crossroads. The film’s financial success gives Sony a clear incentive to continue, but the creative direction — especially without Hardy — remains the biggest unknown.

For a full rundown of who appears in the film, readers can check out a complete cast list and roles from Ozmonitorly.com.

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