As a longtime comic book enthusiast and film aficionado who’s witnessed the evolution of Spider-Man and Venom from their humble beginnings to the silver screen, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement about the potential for a Sony-led “King in Black” event. The introduction of Knull in “Venom: The Last Dance” has opened up a tantalizing possibility for a epic crossover that could rival even the most memorable Marvel Cinematic Universe showdowns.
If you’re currently reading this piece, it’s likely that you’ve previously watched “Venom: The Last Dance” and are left pondering about Spider-Man and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Since the “Venom” series appears to be on hold (for the moment) and preparations for “Spider-Man 4” are underway, this could be an excellent chance to fantasize about a Venom-Spider-Man collaboration. However, such a significant alliance necessitates a formidable enemy, and “Venom: The Last Dance” might have offered that in the form of Knull, the symbiotes’ creator. If Sony Pictures truly intends to establish its Spider-Man Universe, it should begin laying the groundwork for an incredible “King in Black” event.
*WARNING: Spoilers for Venom: The Last Dance are coming your way.
The “King in Black” event, a major Marvel comic crossover, had Knull as its main antagonist, attempting to conquer the Marvel Universe with his symbiotes. However, Venom managed to subdue Knull and claim the title of “King in Black”. Regrettably, fans didn’t get to witness Venom battling Knull, which might be due to Sony saving that confrontation for a significant event. It seems somewhat odd not to fully exploit a villain as formidable as Knull. If there was an opportunity ripe for a collaboration between Spider-Man and Venom, this would be it.
King in Black should be Sony’s Spider-Man Universe first event
Movies that belong to Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man Universe comprise the three movies featuring Venom, Morbius, Madame Web, and the upcoming Kraven the Hunter. Besides the Venom films, they don’t constitute an impressive lineup of box office successes so far. These films do not include Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in any significant way, except for his identity being unveiled in the post-credits scene of Venom: Let There Be Carnage, which was previously revealed from Spider-Man: Far From Home.
As a fervent fan, I’d like to share some insights about the Spider-Man universe. Sony, being the rightful owner of the characters, has a partnership with Marvel Studios that allows Tom Holland’s Spider-Man to appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This is why you won’t find Morbius feasting on anyone’s neck alongside the Avengers, for instance. The MCU has demonstrated time and again that fans love intricately woven narratives. While not every project needs to link directly to the next, there should be an underlying feeling of a larger narrative at play. With Knull now introduced, it seems inevitable that we’ll witness the events of “King in Black,” and the groundwork for this epic saga could start in “Spider-Man 4.
Spider-Man 4 needs to build towards King in Black
Tom Holland has verified that filming for “Spider-Man 4” will commence in Summer 2025. A hint of the Venom symbiote was seen at the end of the post-credits scene in “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” providing a smooth transition for Peter Parker to wear the black-and-white symbiote suit in his next film. Since Spider-Man’s identity is once more hidden, crafting an engaging tale centered around Spidey grappling with the burden of the symbiote costume could make for an excellent plotline for his upcoming movie.
As a devoted movie critic, I find myself captivated by Sony’s expanding Spider-Man Universe. The intrigue lies in Knull, who senses the symbiote that adorns our friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. This enigmatic force sets the stage for the colossal menace known as the King in Black – a formidable adversary akin to the cosmic threat posed by Thanos.
An intriguing possibility is that the Venom symbiote could somehow facilitate a shift for Peter into the Spider-Man universe created by Sony. This would offer him an opportunity to interact with those other characters, allowing the ‘King in Black’ event to unfold separate from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Additionally, it provides Sony with an exclusive event that doesn’t rely on what has been established within the MCU.
We’d love to know what you think about Sony using the “King in Black” as a storyline for the Spider-Man Universe event. Share your thoughts on social media with us @ComicBook!
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2024-10-27 04:39