Summary
- Venom's involvement in the MCU could be vital for Avengers: Secret Wars's plot.
- Original Secret Wars comic features Spidey acquiring the Symbiote suit, leading to Venom's emergence.
- Tom Hardy may say his time as Venom is done, but could easily return if MCU offers him the role.
There have been reports suggesting that Tom Hardy's Venom could appear in Avengers: Secret Wars, and the character's potential involvement in what could become the Marvel Cinematic Universe's (MCU) biggest movie ever might be a vital piece of the puzzle. People who've read the original Secret Wars comic book run will understand why Venom's inclusion in the MCU's version of the story could be essential in making the whole thing work.
Over the years, Venom has become one of Peter Parker's (aka Spider-Man's) most iconic villains. His introduction in live-action was in Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 3, where Topher Grace played the character. That particular version of the character hasn't stood the test of time. However, Venom - a.k.a. Eddie Brock - has since become a household name thanks to Tom Hardy's performances as the iconic Marvel Comics character in the likes of Venom, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, and he's about to play the Symbiote once again in Vernon: The Last Dance, which is said to be his final performance in the role. That said, rumors suggest that Tom Hardy could be about to crossover as Venom into the MCU, which would be exciting and critical in making the whole Secret Wars storyline work in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Why would Venom's involvement in the MCU's Avengers: Secret Wars be significant?
The big question here is, why is Venom crossing over into the MCU so vital for Avengers: Secret Wars' plot? Well, it all depends on whether Marvel Studios is looking to adapt the comic book's original plotline for the upcoming Avengers film. In Marvel Comics' original 1984 Secret Wars comic book run, Peter Parker ended up being bonded with the alien Symbiote, which is why he's in the iconic black Spider-Man costume. This all happens when Spider-Man tries to fix his suit after it's damaged in a battle. However, he uses an unfamiliar piece of technology to fix his costume, which releases the Venom symbiote and the alien bonds with Peter and transforms the iconic red and blue Spider-Man suit into the black one fans have become so familiar with over the years.
Peter Parker used the suit without realizing the dangers until it was too late. It all results in Peter going to the leader of the Fantastic Four and the smartest person he knows, Reed Richards, for help. Reed attempts to remove the Symbiote from Peter's suit, which works. However, Venom bonds with Eddie Brock, who's become pretty much synonymous with Venom over the years, and they go on to become one of Spider-Man's most notorious foes.
What's interesting about the Secret Wars comic book plot is that it introduced readers to Venom, who plays a key part in the story's plot. Therefore, it would make perfect sense to bring the character into Avengers: Secret Wars' plot. It has also been reported that Kevin Feige is open to the idea of having Tom Hardy play the character in the MCU, and fans have really connected with the British actor's portrayal of the iconic Marvel villain over the years, so why not have him play an essential part in Avengers: Secret Wars' story? It just makes perfect sense.
What has Tom Hardy said about returning as Venom?
So, Venom should really be part of the upcoming Avengers: Secret Wars film. However, what has Tom Hardy said about playing the character again after Venom: The Last Dance? Does he even want to return to play the role? Well, according to a post he shared via Instagram, it seems as though his time playing the role is done after the release of Venom: The Last Dance. Here's what he said to say on the matter:
That's all she wrote for me and the big guy we promise to make this the best of them all. We've loved making these. Thankyou for your ❤️and support - come join us for the Last Dance. For those of you that enjoy a good time from all of us in the team - Let us entertain you
It does seem as though he's done playing Venom. That said, Tom Hardy could be talking more about the Venom franchise here. Even though he's suggesting that he won't be playing the role again, it does seem as though he's referencing the Venom movie specifically and less so the character. It's pretty clear that should Marvel Studios come knocking at Tom Hardy's door asking him to return as Eddie Brock/Venom in Avengers: Secret Wars, the British thespian will say yes. Hardy's made it very clear over the years that he truly loves playing Venom, and he could easily be convinced to play him one more time, but this time in the MCU in what could end up becoming the biggest movie ever released.
Avengers: Secret Wars is slated for release in theaters on May 7, 2027.
- Release Date
- December 17, 2027
- Director
- Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
- Writers
- Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, Stephen McFeely
- Producers
- Kevin Feige, Anthony Russo, Joe Russo
- Prequel(s)
- Avengers: Doomsday
- Franchise(s)
- Marvel Cinematic Universe
Cast
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Robert Downey Jr.Victor von Doom / Doctor Doom -
Pedro PascalReed Richards / Mr. Fantastic -
Vanessa KirbySue Storm / The Invisible Woman -
Ebon Moss-BachrachBen Grimm / Thing
