Venom: The Last Dance is set to hit theaters in China on October 23, two days before its domestic release on October 25. This strategy of going day-and-date in China showcases the importance of the Chinese market for Hollywood films. The first Venom movie in 2018 grossed close to $270 million in China, which contributed significantly to its global box office success. However, the sequel, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, did not have a theatrical release in China, which might have impacted its overall box office performance.
In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom in the final installment of the trilogy. The story revolves around Eddie and Venom being on the run and hunted by forces from both of their worlds. As the net closes in, they are faced with a difficult decision that will mark the end of their journey together. The movie also features a stellar cast including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham. Directed by Kelly Marcel, the film promises to bring a thrilling conclusion to the Venom saga.
The first Venom movie opened to a solid $80.2 million at the domestic box office in October, becoming the highest opening at that time. However, it was later surpassed by Warner Bros/DC’s Joker. The sequel, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, had the third-highest opening for October at $90 million, trailing behind Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. With Venom: The Last Dance gearing up for release, it will be interesting to see how it performs both in China and globally.
The threequel is directed by Kelly Marcel, who also wrote the screenplay based on a story by Tom Hardy and herself. Produced by a team including Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, and Tom Hardy, the film stays true to its Marvel Comics roots. With such a talented crew behind the camera, Venom: The Last Dance has the potential to be a massive success both critically and commercially.
Venom: The Last Dance has generated significant buzz with its upcoming release in China and the rest of the world. As the final chapter in the Venom trilogy, fans are eagerly anticipating how the story of Eddie and Venom will come to an end. With a compelling plot, star-studded cast, and experienced crew, the movie has all the ingredients for a blockbuster hit.