‘Venom 3’ First Reactions Praise Final Movie, Tom Hardy’s Performance

The first reactions for “Venom: The Last Dance” are in, with members of the press calling the Sony Pictures film a “feast for the fans” and a “fitting end” to the trilogy.

Tom Hardy returns as Eddie Brock, better known as the symbiote Venom from the “Spider-Man” comics, for “Venom: The Last Dance.” Per the official logline, “Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.”

Screen Rant’s Joseph Deckelmeier wrote on X that the film “takes you on a wild and exhilarating journey from start to finish.” “It’s a fun popcorn movie that reminds me of the early 2000’s comic book movies. The action is great & is a tribute to action films from the 80’s. There’s a ton of funny moments,” he continued. “Are there plot holes and some issues with the story? Yes. [Is] it fun? Also, yes.”

Digital Spy editor Ian Sandwell called the third installment “the most entertaining of the trilogy,” adding that “it’s largely a funny and sweet road trip with Eddie and Venom living their Thelma & Louise fugitive dreams, including car karaoke and dog rescuing. You might even find yourself getting emotional.”

Along with Hardy, “Venom: The Last Dance” stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach and Stephen Graham.

Kelly Marcel, who wrote and produced the first two “Venom” movies, directed “The Last Dance” from a screenplay she wrote. Marcel and Hardy developed “Venom 3‘s” story and produced alongside Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal and Hutch Parker. Joe Caracciolo Jr. is the executive producer.

The Atom Review praised Hardy’s performance as Eddie Brock/Venom, writing on X, “A huge EPIC & EMOTIONAL finale!! Tom Hardy gives EVERYTHING & Sony has never been better. Stunning action satisfies with all nineteen inches. Not just another Venom movie, it’s one of the BEST comic book films ever! A fitting end setting up what’s next.”

In a follow-up post, the Atom Review wrote, “Cinematic fun with unbelievable scope. A feast for the fans & true love letter that honors the franchise. It delivers great humor, bold action & engaging story.”

Check out more first reactions below.