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Venom

2018·Movie
1h 52min·PG-13
IMDb6.6Metacritic356.3Rotten Tomatoes31%80%

Where to watch

Disney+fuboTVYouTube TV

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Venom fingerprint

High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Spectacular and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis5
  • Wonder5

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5

World

Fantasy and pop culture

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

The world has enough superheroes.

Investigative journalist Eddie Brock attempts a comeback following a scandal, but accidentally becomes the host of Venom, a violent, super powerful alien symbiote. Soon, he must rely on his newfound powers to protect the world from a shadowy organization looking for a symbiote of their own.
Superhero Anti-HeroVisceral Body HorrorWitty Buddy ComedyHigh-Octane ActionMarvel Cinematic Universe Spin-offChaotic Good vs. EvilStylized CGI EffectsStar Power PerformanceComic Book AdaptationUrban Fantasy

Crew

Directed by:
Ruben Fleischer, Spiro Razatos, Diane Durant
Written by:
Kelly Marcel, Todd McFarlane, Todd McFarlane
Produced by:
Tom Hardy, Stan Lee, Amy Pascal
Composed by:
Eminem, Ludwig Göransson, Kevin O'Connell

Sequels and Prequels

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Poster for Venom

Media

Questions about Venom

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Venom legally?

Disney+fuboTVYouTube TV

Venom is included with a subscription to Disney+, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Venom worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 31%, and Metacritic 35). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Venom rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Venom?

1 h 52 min

Venom runs 1 h 52 min.

Is Venom based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Venom?

Critics33
Audiences70

Not quite. Audiences rate Venom higher (70) than critics (33). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Venom a box office hit?

Budget$116 million
Box office$856 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $116 million to make and earned $856 million worldwide, 7.4 times its budget.

What language is Venom in?

EnglishChineseMalay

It was made in English, with some Chinese, Malay. Produced in China, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Venom?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Venom in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Venom use?

Ambiguously EvilWhat the Hell, Hero?Hearing VoicesAll Girls Want Bad BoysNo-SellThird-Act MisunderstandingHumanity Is InfectiousNever Trust a Trailer"The Reason You Suck" SpeechBilingual BonusWay Past the Expiration DateMs. Fanserviceand 182 more

TV Tropes lists 194 storytelling tropes for Venom, including Ambiguously Evil, What the Hell, Hero?, Hearing Voices.