Venom: The Last Dance (2024)

Last updated:
July 8, 2025

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Detailed Summary

The Road from Mexico to Las Vegas
Following the chaos of No Way Home, Eddie Brock and Venom find themselves back in their home (SSU) universe—and immediately on the run. The duo are hunted by Xenophages, symbiote-hunting monsters sent by the dark god Knull, who seeks the mysterious “Codex” within Eddie/Venom that can break his celestial prison.

Casino Break & Capture
In Las Vegas, they lay low in Mrs. Chen’s casino. Though light and comical, this sequence reveals Venom’s emotional depth and Eddie’s growing reliance on his partner. Their respite ends when the military agency Imperium, led by Gen. Strickland (Chiwetel Ejiofor), captures them and separates Eddie from Venom.

Battle at Area 51
Inside a decommissioned Area 51, symbiote-infected hosts (like Patrick Mulligan and Dr. Teddy Payne) rally with Venom to fight wave after wave of Xenophages. As the onslaught intensifies, it becomes clear: the Codex can only be destroyed if either Eddie or Venom dies.

The Sacrifice
In a brutal showdown near acid tanks, Venom selflessly separates from Eddie, herding the Xenophages into the acid shower. He sacrifices himself to destroy both the monsters and the Codex, thwarting Knull’s freedom.

Eddie’s Journey to New York
Eddie awakens in a military hospital, his charges dropped due to his heroism. He travels to New York, visiting the Statue of Liberty—fulfilling a promise to Venom and offering a poignant farewell to his symbiotic friend.

Movie Ending

Final Battle & Sacrifice
Venom takes the lead in the final fight, herding Xenophages into a trap. He releases Eddie and merges with the monsters, dragging them into acid vats. The resulting explosion kills both Venom and the Xenophages, permanently destroying the Codex.
Eddie Wakes Up
Post-battle, Eddie wakes up in a hospital. His record is cleared, but he’s told to keep the events classified. He then returns to New York, carrying Venom’s memory, and stands before the Statue of Liberty—their long-standing wish.
Emotional Resolution
The montage of Eddie and Venom’s shared moments underscores the sacrifice’s poignancy. Eddie’s quiet farewell hints at a life changed forever.

Are There Post‑Credits Scenes?

Yes – two!

Mid‑Credits Scene

Knull, imprisoned on the symbiote planet Klyntar, breaks the fourth wall. He declares loudly: “Your champion has fallen… The King in Black is awake… Everyone will burn, and you will watch!” This ominous tease sets up potential future threats.

Post‑Credits Scene

We follow the bartender (Cristo Fernández) escaping the rubble of Area 51. A cockroach crawls near a broken vial containing residual symbiote matter—hints that Venom may still be alive in some form.

Cast

Tom Hardy – Eddie Brock / Venom
Chiwetel Ejiofor – Gen. Rex Strickland
Juno Temple – Dr. Theodora “Teddy” Payne
Rhys Ifans – Martin Moon
Stephen Graham – Patrick Mulligan / Toxin-like symbiote
Peggy Lu – Mrs. Chen
Clark Backo – Sadie “Christmas”
Alanna Ubach – Nova Moon
Cristo Fernández – Bartender
Andy Serkis – Knull (in secret)

Type of Movie

A superhero sci‑fi action thriller with touches of buddy-comedy, emotional drama, and cosmic horror, as Eddie and Venom truly become partners—and face intergalactic stakes.

Film Music and Composer

Composer: Dan Deacon

Score released October 25, 2024 via Sony Classical.
Music blends orchestral themes with electronic elements, especially during creature reveals and battles.

Filming Locations

Principal photography took place in Spain (mid‑2023), with major set pieces for Area 51 and other worldspaces recreated using elaborate soundstage sets. The secret lab under Area 51 and desert environs anchor the film’s visual identity .

Awards and Nominations

So far, the film hasn’t received major awards. However, it’s likely in contention for technical honors like visual effects and sound editing at organizations such as the Visual Effects Society.

Behind the Scenes Insights

Kelly Marcel made her directorial debut after co-writing previous Venom films.
Filming paused due to the SAG‑AFTRA strike mid‑2023.
Tom Hardy also served as co-writer and producer .
Symbiote sound design involved layered human voices plus animal sounds for distinct creature voices.
The acid‑bath sequence required complex coordination of practical and digital effects for the ultimate sacrifice moment.

Inspirations and References

Based on Marvel Comics symbiote lore, particularly narrative arcs involving Knull by Donny Cates & Ryan Stegman from 2018 onward.
References their MCU detour in No Way Home, then terrestrial SSU storyline.

Alternate Endings and Deleted Scenes

No publicly released alternate endings. Deleted scenes include extended interactions with Mrs. Chen and exploration of Dr. Payne’s symbiote origins—likely cut to streamline pacing.

Book Adaptations and Differences

Adapted from Marvel comics, not a novel. Differences: Knull is heavily featured here, Eddie’s MCU cameo is new, and the film leans darker emotionally than many source stories.

Memorable Scenes and Quotes

Key Scenes

Opening reveal of Knull and the Codex’s lore
Las Vegas casino interlude with Mrs. Chen
Final stand-off in acid tanks at Area 51

Iconic Quotes

Venom: “Goodbye, for now.”
Knull (mid‑credits): “Your champion has fallen… Everyone will burn, and you will watch!”
Eddie (NYC): “I won’t forget you, buddy.”

Easter Eggs and Hidden Details

Bartender’s return from No Way Home ties directly into SSU.
Purple electrical sparks hint at Dr. Payne’s “Agony” symbiote.
Cockroach scene is a callback to comic tropes—small hosts enabling symbiote survival.

Trivia

Tom Hardy earned around $20 million for reprising his role .
Symbiote vocal effects involved actors blended with layers of animal sounds.
Kelly Marcel previously wrote The Changeling (2023) before writing/directing this film.

Venom: The Last Dance (2024)

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