Despite negative reviews from critics and mixed reception from fans, Sony’s Venom was a big hit at the box office, grossing over $855 million worldwide on a $100 million budget. This secured the studio’s plans for a franchise, along with its Universe of Marvel Characters. Now, the sequel is officially moving forward. Screenwriter Kelly Marcel,…Continue Reading “VENOM Sequel Moving Forward with Screenwriter”
Sony’s Venom is arguably THE surprise hit of 2018. Despite negative reviews from critics, the film has been a juggernaut at the box office. As of this writing, it has grossed over $823 million worldwide. Now, fans can find out when to bring their favorite antihero home. Venom will be released on Blu-Ray, DVD and…Continue Reading “VENOM Blu-Ray Details Announced”
Sony’s Venom continues its global domination, as the movie has surpassed another key box office milestone. Venom may be slowing down in North America, where it has grossed $211.7 million, but it is still going strong overseas, thanks to record-breaking numbers in China. Internationally, the film has grossed a whopping $610.8 million. This brings its…Continue Reading “VENOM Soars Past $800 Million Worldwide”
After the massive success of Venom, plans for Sony’s Universe of Marvel Characters (SUMC) are in full swing. The franchise will consist of multiple characters from the Spider-Man universe, with many films in various stages of development. Now, we know when two movies will be arriving. Sony has set two release dates for untitled Marvel-based…Continue Reading “Sony Sets Release Dates for Two Untitled Marvel Movies”
Venom is still going strong, and this weekend, it finally opened in China, where it has had a record-breaking opening weekend. The Sony Marvel movie is opening with an estimated $111 million, which is one of the biggest movie debuts in China’s history. It is the second biggest superhero opening, behind Avengers: Infinity War‘s $191…Continue Reading “VENOM Sets Record-Breaking Opening in China, Nears $700 Million Worldwide”
Despite the arrival of Halloween, Sony’s Venom is still raking in money, as the superhero movie has passed a key box office milestone. Venom has passed the $500 million mark worldwide this weekend. It added about $10.8 million domestically and $17.3 million overseas, bringing its worldwide to $508.4 million. Right now, Venom is the 13th highest grossing…Continue Reading “VENOM Swings Past $500 Million at Worldwide Box Office”
Sony’s Venom set a new record for October opening weekends, grossing over $80 million in its debut. However, many have wondered if that record would be broken by this week’s new release, Halloween. Well, Michael Myer’s return has brought in all the money, but not quite enough to break the record. Halloween opened with an…Continue Reading “VENOM Retains October Opening Record Despite HALLOWEEN’s Arrival”
This year has seen the release of several comic book movies. T’Challa defended his kingdom against Killmonger in Black Panther, Thanos took on Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in Avengers: Infinity War, the Merc with a Mouth met new friends in Deadpool 2, and the world’s smallest heroes joined forces in Ant-Man and The Wasp. The latest…Continue Reading “Why VENOM is the Best Comic Book Movie of 2018”
Despite negative reviews from critics, Sony’s Venom has proven to be a box office force to be reckoned with. It earned the biggest October opening in history, and it has held up in the days since. Now, its second weekend estimates are in. Venom grossed an estimated $35.7 million this weekend, retaining the top spot….Continue Reading “VENOM Retains Box Office Crown in Second Weekend”
Sony’s Venom movie included plenty of Easter eggs and references to the comics, signaling the studio’s intention to spawn a cinematic universe with its own Marvel characters. And, like most modern comic book movies, this one includes an extra scene during the credits. Technically, Venom has two credit scenes, but – without spoiling – only…Continue Reading “VENOM Director Discusses That Mid-Credits Scene, and What It Means for the Sequel”