Sony’s Venom Film is a Go, Gets 2018 Release Date

   This July, “Spider-Man: Homecoming” will get a whole new lease on life. Thanks to a deal between Sony and Marvel Studios, Spidey has joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and it looks as though he didn’t come alone. Sony has a “Venom” film in the works with a projected release date of October 5, 2018.

When reached by CBR, Sony confirmed the release date. The studio also confirmed that Scott Rosenberg and “The Amazing Spider-Man 2’s” Jeff Pinkner are on board to pen thex script.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, “Venom” doesn’t have a director. Longtime “Spider-Man” producers Avi Arad and Matt Tolmach will continue to produce and oversee the project. The studio plans to use “Venom” to launch a franchise.

Source : CBR