Who is Knull in Venom: The Last Dance? Origins of the God of the Symbiotes in Marvel, explained 

Who is Knull in Venom: The Last Dance? (Image Source - MCU)
Who is Knull in Venom: The Last Dance? (Image Source - MCU)

The final trailer for Venom: The Last Dance took everyone by surprise. After a lukewarm first look, this latest sneak peek brought something much bigger: the introduction of Knull, the God of the Symbiotes. It’s not just about the action anymore.

There's an emotional farewell looming for Eddie Brock (played by Tom Hardy) and his partner-in-crime, Venom. But what makes this trailer stand out even more is the apocalyptic stakes and the revelation that Knull is coming to Earth, setting up what could be the trilogy’s most intense chapter.


Who is Knull?

Venom: The Last Dance (Image Source - Sony Pictures)
Venom: The Last Dance (Image Source - Sony Pictures)

If you’re not familiar with the comics, you might be wondering: who exactly is Knull? Introduced in 2018 during Donny Cates and Ryan Stegman’s Venom comic run, Knull is an ancient, god-like being who existed before the universe began. When the Celestials created light and life, Knull wasn’t happy.

In his rage, he formed the symbiotes, including Venom, and waged war across the galaxy. Knull is not just a typical villain; he’s the very essence of darkness and chaos, making him a terrifying new foe for Eddie and Venom.

In the comics, Knull is the mastermind behind the symbiotes’ existence. His hatred for the Celestials led him to create these creatures to conquer and control other beings. He even managed to forge symbiote dragons, massive beasts that helped him dominate countless planets.

Knull’s power is nearly unmatched, and it took the combined efforts of several Marvel heroes to stop him. While his storyline in Venom: The Last Dance might be a little different, his overwhelming power will undoubtedly be a huge challenge for Eddie and Venom.


Knull in Venom: The Last Dance

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The trailer for Venom: The Last Dance hints at Knull’s grand entrance. We see Klyntar, the symbiote homeworld, approaching Earth. Knull’s goal is simple: he wants to reclaim control over the symbiotes, and Venom is standing in his way.

What makes the trailer even more exciting is that Venom reveals he has something Knull wants. But what could it be? Is it a secret weapon? Or maybe a part of Knull himself? The trailer leaves us with plenty of questions, but one thing’s clear: Knull’s arrival will shake things up.

In the symbiote language, “Klyntar” means “cage,” and for a good reason. The planet is actually made of symbiotes who once imprisoned Knull there after rebelling against him. But in the comics, Knull eventually broke free and resumed his quest for control.

In Venom: The Last Dance, it looks like Klyntar is on a direct collision course with Earth, and Knull is coming along for the ride. This is where the movie’s stakes get really high: if Knull succeeds, he could take control of not just Venom but the entire planet.

The final battle between Knull and Venom is shaping up to be epic. In the comics, Knull is a nearly unstoppable force, and it takes everything Venom has (and a little cosmic help) to defeat him. In the movie, we can expect a similar showdown, with Eddie and Venom teaming up for one last fight.

But will they be strong enough to stop the God of the Symbiotes? That’s the big question Venom: The Last Dance will answer.

As expected, fans had strong reactions to Knull’s reveal in the final trailer of Venom: The Last Dance. Comic book readers were excited to see such a major character make his debut, while others are concerned that Sony might not handle his story well.

After all, Sony’s track record with Spider-Man-adjacent movies has been hit or miss. But for now, Knull’s introduction has certainly raised the excitement level for Venom: The Last Dance.

The final trailer has teased a high-stakes, emotional ride that could change the future of both characters forever. Whether Eddie and Venom can survive this apocalyptic threat remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure, it’s going to be an unforgettable ending.


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Edited by Sezal Srivastava