Columbia Pictures’ Venom: The Last Dance is set to hit theaters in China on October 23, just two days before its domestic release on October 25. This strategic move aims to maximize the film’s global box office potential, especially considering China’s significant contribution to the success of the first Venom installment in 2018.
The original Venom film grossed close to $270 million in China alone, showcasing the popularity of the character and the franchise in the Chinese market. However, the sequel, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, did not have a theatrical release in China, which may have impacted its overall global box office performance despite making over half a billion dollars worldwide.
In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy reprises his role as Eddie Brock and Venom, with the duo on the run and hunted by forces from both of their worlds. The film promises a thrilling conclusion to the trilogy, with Eddie and Venom facing a significant decision that will ultimately determine the fate of their partnership.
The first Venom film had a solid opening of $80.2 million in the domestic box office, setting records before being surpassed by other films like Joker and Taylor Swift: Eras Tour. Venom: Let There Be Carnage also had a strong debut with $90 million, solidifying its place as the third-highest opening for the month of October.
Venom: The Last Dance features a talented ensemble cast, including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham. The film is directed by Kelly Marcel, who also wrote the screenplay based on a story by Tom Hardy and Marcel. Produced by industry veterans like Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, and Amy Pascal, the film stays true to its Marvel Comics roots.
Overall, Venom: The Last Dance promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the Venom trilogy, with a strong presence in both the domestic and international markets. The film’s success in China and globally will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the future of the Venom franchise and the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe.