Sony Hints at Potential Venom Appearance in Spider-Man 4

A press release from Sony Pictures Japan suggests Tom Hardy's Venom could cross paths with Tom Holland's Spider-Man in the upcoming 2026 film.

Sony Pictures Japan's recent press release hints at Tom Hardy's possible return as Venom in Spider-Man 4, though no official confirmation has been made.
Tom Holland has expressed enthusiasm for the Spider-Man 4 script, calling it a story fans will respect, with the film slated for release on July 24, 2026.
Tom Hardy has described his farewell to the Venom trilogy as not a true goodbye, implying the character's story is far from over.
The post-credits scene of Spider-Man: No Way Home left a Venom symbiote in Spider-Man's universe, setting up potential future interactions.
Speculation among fans and media has grown, with comparisons to Sony's past strategy of teasing major crossovers in advance.