10 Movies & Shows Like Venom (2018)

Description: The Crow and Venom both feature protagonists who are resurrected or transformed into vengeful, supernatural beings. Both films have a dark, gothic aesthetic and explore themes of revenge, love, and loss. The emotional tone is similarly intense and melancholic.

Fact: Brandon Lee, the film's star, died during filming due to a prop gun accident. The Crow's makeup was inspired by glam rock musicians. The film's soundtrack was a major success, featuring bands like The Cure and Nine Inch Nails.

Description: Blade and Venom both feature antiheroes with a dark, violent edge and a connection to supernatural or alien forces. Both films blend action, horror, and superhero elements, creating a unique hybrid genre. The visual style and tone of Blade are similarly dark and intense.

Fact: Blade is credited with helping to revive interest in superhero movies in the late 1990s. Wesley Snipes performed many of his own stunts. The film's success led to two sequels and a TV series.

Description: Hellboy shares Venom's mix of humor, horror, and action, with a protagonist who is both a hero and a monster. Both characters struggle with their darker sides and are often misunderstood by society. The films also feature rich, detailed visual aesthetics and a love for the bizarre.

Fact: Ron Perlman was Guillermo del Toro's only choice for Hellboy. The film's makeup process took over four hours each day. Hellboy's Right Hand of Doom was inspired by the Norse myth of the god Tyr.

Description: Constantine and Venom both delve into supernatural themes and feature protagonists who battle inner and outer demons. Both films have a dark, noir-inspired visual style and explore themes of redemption and sacrifice. The tone is similarly gritty and atmospheric.

Fact: Keanu Reeves trained with a real exorcist for his role. The film's depiction of hell was inspired by Hieronymus Bosch's paintings. Constantine was originally blonde in the comics, but Reeves' portrayal led to the character being reimagined.

Description: Watchmen and Venom both deconstruct traditional superhero tropes, presenting flawed, complex characters in a gritty, realistic world. Both films have a dark, philosophical tone and explore themes of morality, identity, and power. The visual style is similarly rich and detailed.

Fact: Watchmen's opening credits sequence is considered one of the best in film history. The film's director, Zack Snyder, used the original comic panels as storyboards. The graphic novel was deemed 'unfilmable' for years before its adaptation.

Description: Similar to Venom (2018), The Dark Knight explores the duality of its protagonist, much like Eddie Brock and Venom's symbiotic relationship. Both films delve into dark, gritty themes and feature antiheroes who struggle with their inner demons. The visual aesthetics of Gotham City in The Dark Knight share a similar dark and brooding tone with Venom's portrayal of San Francisco.

Fact: Heath Ledger's performance as the Joker is considered one of the greatest in cinematic history. The film was the first superhero movie to win an Academy Award (Best Supporting Actor for Heath Ledger). The Dark Knight was partially inspired by Michael Mann's Heat (1995).

Description: Dredd and Venom both feature lone, hardened protagonists who operate in a violent, dystopian world. Both films are gritty, action-packed, and visually striking, with a focus on practical effects and intense set pieces. The tone is similarly dark and uncompromising.

Fact: Dredd was filmed in 3D but is often praised for its subtle use of the technology. Karl Urban never removes his helmet, staying true to the comic. The film underperformed at the box office but gained a cult following.

Description: Deadpool shares Venom's blend of action, dark humor, and antihero protagonist. Both characters break the fourth wall and have a rebellious, irreverent tone. The films also feature intense action sequences and a mix of horror and comedy elements, making them unique in the superhero genre.

Fact: Deadpool was the first R-rated superhero movie to cross the $700 million mark at the box office. Ryan Reynolds fought for over a decade to get the movie made. The film's post-credits scene pokes fun at Green Lantern, in which Reynolds previously starred.

Description: Logan, like Venom, is a darker, more mature take on a well-known comic book character. Both films explore themes of identity, redemption, and the struggle between humanity and monstrous instincts. The gritty, violent tone and emotional depth are key similarities.

Fact: Logan was the first superhero movie to be nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay at the Oscars. Hugh Jackman's final portrayal of Wolverine. The film was heavily influenced by Westerns, particularly Shane (1953).

Description: Spawn and Venom both center on antiheroes who are transformed by supernatural forces and struggle with their new identities. Both films blend horror, action, and superhero elements, with a dark, visually striking style. The themes of power, corruption, and redemption are central to both.

Fact: Spawn was one of the first African-American superheroes to headline a comic book. The film's CGI was groundbreaking at the time but has since been criticized. A reboot has been in development for years, with Jamie Foxx attached to star.