Overview

• Tom Hardy stated that a crossover between his Venom and Tom Holland's Spider-Man was nearly realized but fell apart at the final stages.
• The actor attributed the failure to studio politics and licensing challenges stemming from Sony and Marvel's separate control of Spider-Man-related properties.
• Hardy expressed that his primary motivation for the crossover was to fulfill the expectations of younger fans who love both characters.
• The Venom trilogy, starring Hardy, was financially successful with over $1.8 billion in global earnings, though it received mixed critical reviews.
• With Hardy's departure from the Venom role in 2024, the possibility of a crossover remains uncertain, leaving fans to speculate about Venom's future in upcoming Spider-Man projects.