"Venom 3" topped the domestic box office during a quiet post-election weekend, earning $16.2 million, while also leading overseas with a global total of $394.2 million. The lack of major releases allowed it to maintain its position, as studios avoided the weekend due to high ad rates and potential unrest. "Red One" launched internationally, earning $26.6 million, while "Best Christmas Pageant Ever" and "Heretic" competed closely for second place domestically. Other notable films included "The Wild Robot" and "Smile 2."
"Venom: The Last Dance" continues to lead the box office, earning $16.2 million in its third weekend, while A24's horror film "Heretic" debuts with $11 million. "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" also opened strong with $11.1 million, though this includes earnings from a prior sneak preview. Despite a generally slow post-election weekend, these films performed well, with "Venom 3" accumulating $114 million domestically and $394.2 million globally. Overall, box office revenues remain down compared to previous years.
Sony's 'Venom: The Last Dance' continues to lead the box office, earning $14 million in its third weekend and surpassing $100 million domestically. A24's thriller 'Heretic' and Lionsgate's 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever' are competing for second place, with 'Heretic' projected to earn $10.8 million and 'Christmas Pageant' $9.5 million over the weekend. 'Heretic' has received mixed audience reviews but strong critical acclaim, while 'Christmas Pageant' is benefiting from positive word-of-mouth.
This weekend's box office sees a potential shake-up as A24's horror film 'Heretic,' starring Hugh Grant, could rival 'Venom: The Last Dance' for the top spot, with both films projected to earn around $12 million. 'Heretic' has received positive reviews and targets a young audience. Meanwhile, 'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever' is expected to earn between $6M-$10M, and other releases include 'Elevation' and 'Weekend in Taipei.' 'Venom 3' is set to surpass the $100M mark in total earnings.
On Election Day, many Americans are choosing to escape the political tension by heading to the movies. Films like "Venom: The Last Dance" and "Juror #2" are providing a temporary respite from the stress of the election, as people seek a break from the relentless news cycle. Moviegoers across the country are using cinema as a way to disconnect and find solace, even if just for a few hours, before returning to the reality of the election results.
The first trailer for "Venom: The Last Dance" has been released, hinting at the possible introduction of the fan-favorite villain Knull. The teaser suggests a deeper dive into Venom's backstory and features symbiote creatures from Klyntar, potentially setting up Knull as the main antagonist. The movie is set to release on October 25, 2024.
Sony Pictures has released the first trailer for "Venom: The Last Dance," the final film in the Venom trilogy starring Tom Hardy. The movie features Eddie Brock and Venom on the run, facing threats from both their worlds. The trailer showcases intense symbiote action, including a Venom-ized horse, and introduces new cast members Juno Temple and Chiwetel Ejiofor. "Venom: The Last Dance" is set to hit theaters on October 25.
Venom 3 is now officially titled The Last Dance and will be released on October 25, 2024. Additionally, updates on other movie releases include the official title and release date for Maggie Gyllenhaal’s Bride of Frankenstein movie, as well as the debut of Gary Dauberman’s Salem’s Lot. Brendan Wayne, who plays Din Djarin in The Mandalorian, stated that he hasn't heard anything about a fourth season, but confirmed a movie is in the works. Other updates include the renewal of Ghosts for a fourth season and new images from the second half of Chucky's third season.
The official title for Venom 3 has been revealed as "Venom: The Last Dance," sparking wild theories among fans, including speculation about a possible Michael Jordan cameo. Tom Hardy previously hinted at the title on Instagram, and the movie is set to release on October 25, with potential ties to the Spider-Man universe.
The third installment in the Venom franchise, titled "Venom: The Last Dance," has been moved up to an October 25 release date, two weeks earlier than originally planned. Directed by Kelly Marcel and starring Tom Hardy, the film marks Marcel's feature directorial debut and follows the success of the previous Venom movies. Hardy announced the film's resumption of production on Instagram, referring to it as the "last dance." This installment is the latest addition to the Sony Pictures Universe of Marvel Characters, following the underperformance of Sony's recent release, "Madame Web."
Sony announces the title and earlier release date for the third Venom movie, now called Venom: The Last Dance, set to open on October 25, 2022. Directed by Kelly Marcel and starring Tom Hardy, the film will also be screened in Imax and on PLFs, with a screenplay co-written by Marcel and Hardy. The movie moves away from its previous release date to compete with other theatrical releases, and the franchise has grossed $1.36 billion globally.
Tom Hardy announced on Instagram that production has resumed on "Venom 3," expressing gratitude to the cast and crew. The news comes after the end of the 118-day actors strike and a delay in the film's release date. The plot of the third installment remains under wraps, but it follows the success of the previous two films. Kelly Marcel is directing and writing the threequel, and new cast members include Juno Temple and Chiwetel Ejiofor. The presence of other characters from Sony's Universe of Marvel Characters is uncertain.
Sony Pictures has delayed the release of "Venom 3," starring Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock/Venom, from July 2024 to November 2024. The third installment of the "Venom" series, directed by Kelly Marcel, was pushed back on the same day that SAG-AFTRA approved a tentative deal to end the actors' strike. The previous two films in the franchise, "Venom" and "Venom: Let There Be Carnage," were successful at the box office, grossing $856 million and $502 million worldwide, respectively. The plot of "Venom 3" remains under wraps, but it is expected to feature other characters from Sony's Universe of Marvel Characters.
Sony's "Venom 3" is set to be released in theaters on November 8, 2024, after the end of the actors strike. The film, starring Tom Hardy as Venom, has been highly anticipated and is one of several Hollywood productions looking to resume shooting before the end of the year. The Venom franchise has already grossed $1.36 billion worldwide, with "Venom: Let There Be Carnage" having the third-best October opening at $90 million. Sony will have access to premium large format (PLF) and IMAX screens for the release.
Sony Pictures has announced release dates for "Venom 3" and "Bad Boys 4," with the former set for July 12, 2024, and the latter for June 14, 2024. "Venom 3" will mark the first time the franchise enters the summer movie season, while "Bad Boys 4" will reunite Will Smith and Martin Lawrence. Sony also made other changes to its release calendar, including delaying "Kraven the Hunter" and a "Ghostbusters" sequel to 2024.
