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‘Venom: The Last Dance’ Concept Art Reveals Terrifying Design For Andy Serkis’ Knull

Heroic Hollywood
Story by Anthony Singletary
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Gritty new 'Venom' sequel concept art reveals a terrifying redesign for Andy Serkis' big bad Knull, set to send shivers down spines in 2024's 'The Last Dance'.
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  • The original Knull design from the comics was deemed too 'comic-booky' for the gritty, grounded tone the filmmakers were going for - so they went back to the drawing board for a darker, more nightmarish look.
  • Serkis, who's pulling double duty as director and villain, was heavily involved in the new Knull design, pushing for a more primordial, eldritch horror vibe to match the character's cosmic origins and make him a truly formidable foe for Tom Hardy's Venom.
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Andy Serkis, Tom Hardy, Venom, Venom: The Last Dance
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