Norman Reedus: The Face Behind a New Marvel Villain?
Norman Reedus has sparked widespread speculation as a potential cast for a daunting new Marvel villain in Venom: The Last Dance. The final trailer for the film unleashed a wave of excitement by revealing the live-action debut of Knull. Though the movie exists outside the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the introduction of Knull could have a profound and irreversible impact on Marvel’s expanding multiverse. Yet, details about the villain’s live-action portrayal and the actor embodying him remain shrouded in mystery.
Introduced in 2018’s Venom (Vol. 4) #3, Knull emerges as one of Marvel’s latest antagonists, standing out as a powerful and eerie villain within the Marvel Universe. To authentically portray Knull’s malevolent nature, Sony likely sought a strong and renowned actor for the role. Among fan-favorites is The Walking Dead star Norman Reedus. Recent fan art by arifinity captures Reedus as Knull, showcasing how terrifying and nightmarish this character could appear in Venom: The Last Dance.
What Knull’s Debut Means for Sony’s Spider-Man Universe
Knull: A Thrilling Addition to Sony’s Spider-Man Universe
Until now, the villains in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe—such as Riot, Carnage, Morbius, and Ezekiel Sims—have failed to impress. Venom: The Last Dance could alter this narrative with the introduction of Knull, a villain of Thanos-level menace in Marvel Comics and a constant threat to Venom. Knull is a primordial entity, known as the “King in Black” by the Celestials, and the creator of the Symbiotes, starting with the formidable All-Black the Necrosword, previously seen in Thor: Love and Thunder.
Knull’s unparalleled power in Sony’s Spider-Man Universe suggests that Venom: The Last Dance might be Tom Hardy’s swan song in his solo SSU ventures. Venom appears outmatched against Knull, at least alone, fueling theories about a potential team-up between Hardy’s Eddie Brock and Tom Holland’s Spider-Man to confront the cosmic villain. Such collaboration could bridge Venom into the MCU, promising an exhilarating transformation for Sony’s Spider-Man Universe after recent letdowns.
Exploring Norman Reedus as Knull’s Potential Actor
Norman Reedus: An Ideal Choice for Knull in Venom: The Last Dance
Despite Knull’s appearance in the trailer for Venom: The Last Dance, his identity remains veiled, leaving the casting undisclosed. Norman Reedus would be an exceptional pick for this role, given his proven ability to exude power, strength, and a captivating screen presence essential for bringing Knull to life. Reedus’ seamless transition into a leading role in The Walking Dead after Andrew Lincoln’s departure, and his effortless headlining of a spinoff, underscore his potential to embody the intense and magnetic Knull.
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Venom 3 is the third and final installment in Sony's symbiote trilogy starring Tom Hardy as Eddie Brock. It follows the events of Let There Be Carnage, where the anti-hero fought serial killer Cletus Kasady, and Spider-Man: No Way Home, where Brock was briefly transported to the MCU through the multiverse.
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