Venom: The Last Dance bizarre post-credits scenes, explained (how many are there?)

As a die-hard Venom fan who’s been following this symbiotic saga since its inception, let me tell you, it’s bittersweet to bid adieu to the Venom franchise… or so it seems! The thrilling ride between Eddie Brock and his notorious talkative pal has captivated us for years, defying even the harshest critic reviews and raking in impressive box office numbers.

It looks like we’re bidding farewell to the Venom series, as Sony Pictures has brought a distinctive twist to the well-known Spider-Man adversary, Venom, captivating viewers over recent years. Despite harsh criticism from reviewers, audiences have shown their appreciation and box office success. However, it seems that every story must reach its conclusion, even the one between Eddie Brock and the symbiote you’ve come to know as the chatty one.

In this sequel, Tom Hardy reappears for another thrilling journey as beings from Venom’s native planet appear to possibly whisk him away. It’s a bold endeavor given that no one who has encountered our notorious symbiotic pair has emerged victorious. Yet, if there’s anyone capable of turning the tide, it might just be Knull.

Venom – The Final Dance

Let me issue a heads-up: This article delves into significant plot points from “Venom: The Last Dance“. If you haven’t watched the movie and wish to avoid any potential spoilers, I advise you not to proceed further.

The Venom 3 mid-credits scene teases Knull’s return

In the heart-pounding world of Venom: The Last Dance, I found myself squaring off against the relentless Xenophages. Little did I know that these monstrous creatures were working for none other than Knull, the King in Black – a villain whose name strikes fear into even the bravest Marvel Comics heroes.

In the final scene of the initial film in the trilogy, Eddie Brock – who had been rejuvenated by his own Venom symbiote – was found to be harboring the Codex. Regrettably for Knull, his Xenophages failed to extract it because Venom and Eddie managed to defeat the monsters. This happened when the symbiote appeared to self-sacrifice by merging with the creatures and pulling them all into an acid shower.

Venom: The Last Dance bizarre post-credits scenes, explained (how many are there?)

But one victory – no matter how significant it was – doesn’t mean that the war with Knull is over. The mid-credits scene is a stark reminder of that, as we see the evil being in his cave on Klyntar plotting his revenge. That scene also gives us our first full look at his face and it’s a terrifying sight. But not half as terrifying as the promise he makes.

Knull notes that the universe is now exposed due to Earth’s protector (Venom) being absent. Despite not possessing the Codex, his determination to break free has never been stronger.

The King in Black is awake! Everyone will burn and you will watch.

It appears that Knull is being positioned as the main antagonist for the Spider-Man universe created by Sony Pictures. This universe includes films such as Venom, Morbius, Madame Web, and the upcoming Kraven the Hunter. At this point, it’s unclear if these characters will join forces to confront Knull in a way reminiscent of the Avengers, but it’s certain that he will assume a role similar to Thanos for this franchise in the future.

According to the statements made by writer-director Kelly Marcel herself, she mentioned to GamesRadar that he is “too large for a single appearance” and further clarified, saying:

So, it’s just a little introduction to him. It’s just a kind of taster of where he might potentially be able to go with his own movies, in the same way that they introduced Thanos very carefully through the Marvel movies.

Although a fourth Venom film may not be coming up immediately, it strongly suggests that Knull’s rule of terror in the Sony Spider-Man universe is just getting started.

The Area 51 post-credits scene suggests Venom’s story might not be over

In one of the two unexpected scenes following the credits, we find Ted Lasso’s Cristo Fernández, portraying a character who was once seen at Area 51, emerging from the wreckage left by the movie’s final battle. Despite the destruction, this bartender managed to survive, having been kept in detention since General Rex Strickland moved him there from the bar where he previously interacted with Venom. Previously, it was his bar.

In his aimless journey through the pandemonium, seeking a route back home, our eyes fall upon a shattered containment vessel where Strickland had imprisoned residual Venom symbiote remnants from the tavern. Sparks were flying from it, suggesting that the symbiote had escaped its confines. As we piece this together, a sleek, dark cockroach scuttles past it.

Venom: The Last Dance bizarre post-credits scenes, explained (how many are there?)

Previously in the film, Dr. Teddy Payne explained that cockroaches have an extraordinary ability to endure for centuries, even surviving events as catastrophic as the Big Bang. Therefore, the emergence of a cockroach in the closing scene of the movie, next to the container containing the remnants of the Venom symbiote, carries quite a bit of meaning. In essence, it’s a hint that Venom might still be alive.

If some portion of Venom persists, could it be that the entire entity has endured? Time will tell, but the primary concern revolves around: If Venom is still alive, will he endeavor to find Eddie Brock again in an attempt to reconnect? One aspect that’s undeniably true: The audience would be overjoyed by such an occurrence.

Tom Hardy has expressed interest in reprising his role as Venom, hinting at a potential encounter between Venom and Spider-Man on-screen someday. This has always left room for speculation about a possible Venom comeback. Now, there’s also a plan detailing how this could occur.

Venom: The Last Dance is now playing in theaters.

2024-10-25 23:01