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Venom: The Last Dance

Venom: The Last Dance is a 2024 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Venom.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Venom: The Last Dance is a 2024 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Venom. It is the third film in the Venom trilogy and the fifth installment in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe. Directed by Kelly Marcel in her feature directorial debut, the film stars Tom Hardy reprising his role as Eddie Brock / Venom, alongside Juno Temple and Chiwetel Ejiofor. The film was released in the United States on October 25, 2024.

Premise

The film continues the story of Eddie Brock and Venom, with Sony describing it as the final film in the trilogy. Plot details were kept limited in early publicity.

Production

Kelly Marcel wrote and directed the film, after previously working as a writer on the earlier Venom films. The film was developed as part of Sony’s Spider-Man Universe.

Release

Sony announced the official title and a new release date in March 2024. The film opened in U.S. theatres on October 25, 2024.

Cast

Tom Hardy returned as Eddie Brock / Venom, with Juno Temple and Chiwetel Ejiofor among the announced cast members.

Key facts

  • The film was officially titled Venom: The Last Dance in March 2024.
  • Sony moved its U.S. theatrical release date forward to October 25, 2024 from November 8, 2024.
  • Tom Hardy reprises his role as Eddie Brock / Venom.
  • Kelly Marcel made her feature directorial debut with the film.
  • The film was marketed as the final chapter in the Venom trilogy.
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Canadian context

The film was released in Canadian theatres as part of its wider international rollout and is relevant to Canadian audiences through Sony’s global superhero franchise distribution.

Frequently asked questions

Is Venom: The Last Dance the same as Venom 3?
Yes. Venom 3 was the working title for the third Venom film before Sony announced the official title Venom: The Last Dance.
When was Venom: The Last Dance released?
It was released theatrically in the United States on October 25, 2024.
Who directed Venom: The Last Dance?
Kelly Marcel directed the film, making her feature directorial debut.
Who stars as Venom?
Tom Hardy returns as Eddie Brock / Venom.
Is this the last Venom film?
Sony presented the film as the final chapter in the Venom trilogy, though future franchise plans can change.

References

  1. IndieWire — https://www.indiewire.com/news/breaking-news/venom-3-title-the-last-dance-release-date-1234960535/
    Supports: Official title announcement and release-date change to October 25, 2024.
  2. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/venom-3-gets-new-release-date-official-title
    Supports: Title, release date, cast, and Kelly Marcel directing.
  3. Digital Trends — https://www.digitaltrends.com/movies/venom-3-release-date-plot-cast-trailer-and-more/
    Supports: Film described as the final chapter in the trilogy and notes on cast and release.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/venom_the_last_dance
    Supports: Theatrical release date and streaming release information.