Katarzyna Petru
The Spider-Man film universe without Spider-Man has not had an easy path. After poorly received productions like Morbius and Kraven, Sony decided to end its live-action experiment. The Venom trilogy with Tom Hardy in the lead role received mixed reviews, but it performed surprisingly well at the box office. Now the studio wants to try again, but in a completely different form. Instead of Venom 4, a feature-length animation will be created, which aims to open a new chapter for the character.
Not a sequel, but a new beginning
The new project will not be a direct continuation of the live-action trilogy. Sony plans to create a completely separate story in animated form. Tom Hardy is set to be involved as a producer, and his acting participation is not yet determined. However, it is possible that he will again voice Eddie Brock or the symbiote itself. The direction will be handled by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, the creators of the film Final Destination: Bloodlines. There are many indications that the production may receive an R rating, which would give the creators greater freedom in showcasing the more brutal side of Venom.
Sony wants to repeat the success of animation
The decision to transition to animation is not accidental. Productions such as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse have proven that this format can achieve both artistic and financial success. Sony clearly recognizes that it was the animated films from the Spider-Man universe that garnered the most acclaim from both audiences and critics. The script for the new Venom is not yet ready, but the direction seems clear. The studio wants to avoid the mistakes of previous installments and propose a fresher, more refined approach to the character.
Venom is one of the most recognizable characters in the Marvel universe, and many fans believe that his full potential has not yet been utilized on the big screen. The animated format offers an opportunity for greater visual creativity and a stronger atmosphere. If Sony learns from the past, the new production could turn out to be groundbreaking. This will not be Venom 4, but a completely new approach to the symbiote that may finally satisfy fans.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
