Venom: MCU or Sony Universe - Exploring the Possibilities

The future of the iconic Venom character is a topic of much speculation among fans, particularly in light of the success of both the standalone Venom films and the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. However, the question remains: will Venom cross over with the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), or will he remain in his own standalone universe? This article delves into the current status and future possibilities for Venom's character.

The Current Status of Venom's Universe

The rights to the Venom character are not controlled by Marvel, but rather by Sony. This means that Venom is part of a separate Sony Universe of Marvel Characters, distinct from the MCU.

For the Venom character to join the MCU, a collaboration between Marvel and Sony would be necessary. This would be similar to what occurred with the introduction of Spider-Man from Sony into the MCU. It’s important to note that Marvel's President, Kevin Feige, would need to be on board for any such change to happen. Given Feige's emphasis on maintaining continuity and consistency in the MCU, it’s unclear whether he would be receptive to Venom's inclusion.

Speculations and Future Possibilities

Speculations about Venom's future in the MCU have led to various theories:

Proximity in the Multiverse: Given the nature of the multiverse in the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, it’s plausible that Venom exists in a separate universe within the larger Marvel multiverse. However, this would mean that cross-over events would be rare and unorthodox. Appeal to Feige: Some fans believe that Marvel might want to feature their own version of Venom to maintain control and continuity. As such, Sony would need to negotiate with Marvel to get an approval from Kevin Feige.

Despite the multitude of theories, the consensus leans towards Venom remaining in Sony's universe for the foreseeable future. The Venom films have been successful on their own, and Sony continues to explore new characters and storylines within the franchise.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Timeline

Currently, the MCU is scheduled to conclude with Phase 5, which is set to wrap up in 2026. After a brief hiatus, Phase 6 is expected to begin in 2028. Until that time, it’s unlikely that Venom will make a crossover into the MCU.

Conclusion

The future of Venom is indeed uncertain, with multiple possibilities on the table. Whether Venom will join the MCU or remain in his own universe is a matter of ongoing speculation. Given the prevailing status quo and the current focus on standalone movies, it appears that Venom will continue his journey in Sony's Marvel Universe for some time to come.

Stay tuned for any updates regarding possible crossover events, as the Marvel universe is always evolving, and new surprises are always around the corner.