The co-creator of Marvel Comics’ iconic character Venom, David Michelinie, has suggested a potential successor to Tom Hardy in the role of Eddie Brock. In a social media exchange, Michelinie expressed his support for actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in the Amazon series “Reacher,” as a suitable candidate for the character should he return to the big screen.
In a recent post on the platform X, voice actor and content creator TheDoctorX11 shared insights from a conversation with Michelinie regarding the future of Venom. The co-creator, who also played a significant role in bringing characters like Carnage, Ant-Man, and War Machine to life, acknowledged Ritchson as a strong fit for Eddie Brock. Michelinie stated, “I once posted pics of Ritchson—shirtless and one of him yelling—and said he’d make the perfect Eddie/Venom. So we’re on the same page.”
Eddie Brock has appeared in several live-action adaptations, most notably in the recent “Venom” film series, where he was portrayed by Hardy. Before that, the character was depicted by Topher Grace in Sam Raimi’s “Spider-Man 3.” As Hardy’s tenure as Venom appears to be concluding following the release of “Venom: The Last Dance” in 2024, uncertainty surrounds the character’s future in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Rumors suggest that Venom may make appearances in upcoming Spider-Man projects produced by Marvel Studios. Hardy has voiced a desire to potentially share the screen with Tom Holland’s Spider-Man, but the feasibility of such a collaboration remains unclear at this time.
The discussion surrounding Ritchson as a potential successor highlights the ongoing interest in the character of Venom and the possibilities for future adaptations. As fans await further developments, Michelinie’s endorsement of Ritchson adds an intriguing dimension to the ongoing narrative of one of Marvel’s most popular anti-heroes.
Originally reported by Anthony Nash at SuperHeroHypel.
