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*cqb101* · 03-22-2005, 02:29 PM

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Thomas Haden Church, who was most recently nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in "Sideways," has been cast as Spider-Man's new archenemy in the next chapter of the "Spider-Man" adventure, it was announced by director Sam Raimi and producers Laura Ziskin and Marvel Studios' Avi Arad.

Spider-Man 3, which is scheduled for release on May 4, 2007, will reunite the successful team that was responsible for the first two blockbuster films. The franchise has grossed more than $1.5 billion in worldwide ticket sales and the new film will again reteam director Raimi, producers Ziskin and Arad, and actors Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker/Spider-Man and Kirsten Dunst as M.J..

Production on Spider-Man 3 is scheduled to begin early next year.

"In addition to the on-going relationship between Peter Parker and M.J., these films are driven by the great actors who have brought our villains to life," said Raimi. "Thomas Haden Church will be a fantastic and challenging new nemesis and we all look forward to working with him."

The identity of the new villain is being kept secret and while speculation is rampant about which character is being called into action, the studio will not comment on the casting beyond confirming Church.

Well, he's too old for Venom(Thank god), I'd assume that if Lizard is going to be in it they'd recast Dylan Baker.....I think it's probably either Vulture, Sandman or The Scorpion.

*Voltron* · 03-22-2005, 03:14 PM

This guy isn't too old to play Eddie Brock. I'm still keeping faith. Besides, Sandman, Vulture, and Scorpion would be terrible for a movie. One's a common crook, the second is a flying geezer, and the third is a moron.

~~BartAllen~~ · 03-22-2005, 03:17 PM

at this point. it could be any of the spidey villians. but i think.. at this point no matter who they choose its going to be a little goofy. other then doc ock and green goblin.. and possibly kraven the hunter. the rest of spidys rogues are sort of goofy.

*Voltron* · 03-22-2005, 03:20 PM

If it's the Hobgoblin I'm shooting myself.

Bart, I agree with you for the most part. However, I think that Venom and the Lizard could carry a movie. Them and Alistair Smithe..

*Kid Icarus* · 03-22-2005, 03:23 PM

It should be Hobgoblin. I mean, damn, two movies with the set up for that story line? Isn't that enough?

I'd like to see Mysterio though, but that'd pry blow the special effects budget through the roof.

*cqb101* · 03-22-2005, 05:57 PM

Bah, I really, REALLY hope it isn't Venom. First of all, yes, he is too old to play Brock. Brock is suppose to be a couple of years older than Peter. Church is in his mid 40's. Secondly, they need to resolve the Goblin storyline before they move onto other villains. Finally, one movie is not enough to set up Venom and show him for who he really is and treat the character the way he SHOULD be treated.

If I was in charge(I wish!) I would have two villains in this one, Green Goblin(Harry) and the Lizard. Both characters have been introduced, and anyone who's seen Spidey 2 knows the Goblin is inevitable. During the movie introduce Brock and his hatred for Petter, and end the movie with John Jameson coming back from space( a la the animated series), and then use the next three movies(doubtful, but here's hoping) for Venom and even Carange(And up it to an R rating,too).

Oh, and Bruce Campbell should play Mysterio. He'd pull the character off perfectly.

*Duke* · 03-22-2005, 06:00 PM

This is the last movie.

*cqb101* · 03-22-2005, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Duke

This is the last movie.

Yep, and that's why they shouldn't use Venom. Not enough time to expnad on his character and with him in there the Goblin storyline won't get resolved.

*cowabunga14* · 03-22-2005, 06:21 PM

That'd be great if Bruce played Mysterio. He'd do a great job. I think Harry will become Green Goblin II. There was like four Green Goblins in the comics. James Franco would do a geart job as a villain. He must have vengeance for Norman.

*raphael_is_cool* · 03-22-2005, 06:27 PM

I'm sure they'll just have a villain that starts off all nice, acts almost like a mentor to Peter Parker then goes crazy and tries to kill him, kidnapping MJ in the process. It's two out of two so far.

*Voltron* · 03-22-2005, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cqb101

Bah, I really, REALLY hope it isn't Venom. First of all, yes, he is too old to play Brock. Brock is suppose to be a couple of years older than Peter. Church is in his mid 40's. Secondly, they need to resolve the Goblin storyline before they move onto other villains. Finally, one movie is not enough to set up Venom and show him for who he really is and treat the character the way he SHOULD be treated.

If I was in charge(I wish!) I would have two villains in this one, Green Goblin(Harry) and the Lizard. Both characters have been introduced, and anyone who's seen Spidey 2 knows the Goblin is inevitable. During the movie introduce Brock and his hatred for Petter, and end the movie with John Jameson coming back from space( a la the animated series), and then use the next three movies(doubtful, but here's hoping) for Venom and even Carange(And up it to an R rating,too).

Oh, and Bruce Campbell should play Mysterio. He'd pull the character off perfectly.

Look, just because Church is in his 40's doesn't mean he can't play Venom. It would be mostly CGI, anyway, so it's not like he'd have to worry all that much about fantastic stunts. Besides, the movies have so far been only loosely based off the comics, so making Eddie Brock in his 30's (while Parker is in his 20's in the movies) isn't going to rock the very foundations of society.

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Originally Posted by Raphael_is_cool

I'm sure they'll just have a villain that starts off all nice, acts almost like a mentor to Peter Parker then goes crazy and tries to kill him, kidnapping MJ in the process. It's two out of two so far.

And considering that 1/4 of New York knows who he is now, that should be two hard to pull off.

Shadow Leonardo · 03-22-2005, 10:15 PM

It most definetely will be the second Green Goblin. If it was Venom I hope they use Venom's Neversoft Spidey game voice then it would be a good laugh.

*Brodie* · 03-23-2005, 08:50 PM

If it isn't Venom, I won't be watching it. No ****ing lie.

**Barkworm** · 03-23-2005, 11:32 PM

I still think Venom would ruin the third movie. Maybe in the fourth one.

*Spitfire* · 03-23-2005, 11:40 PM

I hope he plays Venom I hear hes kinda big so he could fit the role. I dont want to see any other villian. Save the best for last. They already did Goblin and Octopus. The Lizard could be in it but Dr.Connors is already being played by someone else so Church cant be The Lizard. The Vulture is just lame and couldnt carry a movie so I hope he isnt the one either. I would like to see Kraven maybe too but hes no major villian either. I think, and Im sure most fans agree, that Venom should be the villian. Sides the tech and computer graphics exist now to do such a creature
And Backworm there isnt going to be a 4th movie. And if there is no one doing the first 3 will be in it or have anything to do with it

*KROW* · 03-24-2005, 12:17 AM

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Originally Posted by cqb101

Bah, I really, REALLY hope it isn't Venom. First of all, yes, he is too old to play Brock. Brock is suppose to be a couple of years older than Peter. Church is in his mid 40's. Secondly, they need to resolve the Goblin storyline before they move onto other villains. Finally, one movie is not enough to set up Venom and show him for who he really is and treat the character the way he SHOULD be treated.

If I was in charge(I wish!) I would have two villains in this one, Green Goblin(Harry) and the Lizard. Both characters have been introduced, and anyone who's seen Spidey 2 knows the Goblin is inevitable. During the movie introduce Brock and his hatred for Petter, and end the movie with John Jameson coming back from space( a la the animated series), and then use the next three movies(doubtful, but here's hoping) for Venom and even Carange(And up it to an R rating,too).

Oh, and Bruce Campbell should play Mysterio. He'd pull the character off perfectly.

I agree all the way. I don't think we're ready for Venom just yet. Also, since Sony is planning on 3 more films, albeit that the same actors might not be cast, I think we can wait for the villain in at least the fourth or even fifth installment.

I'd rather they continue with Lizard and Harry as the Goblin. It just makes more sense.

As for Thomas Haden Church as the new bad guy, Scorpion might work. Remember that Jonah hired him to take down Spidey in the first place. A deeper focus on Jameson, and J.K. Simmons' portrayal of him (which was fabulous), would be a great thing to the franchise.

Also, on a sidenote, if they ever cast a man to play Sandman, they should highly consider Henry Rollins.

**Barkworm** · 03-24-2005, 12:19 AM

HAHAHA, you're right, he really looks like Sandman.

*Spitfire* · 03-24-2005, 01:15 AM

Wait 3 more movies? Oh no.....it's going to turn into Batman so by the time we do get Venom the movie series will suck

**ThirdMarioBro** · 03-24-2005, 02:18 AM

I want Venom. I want Venom now. That is all I will say.

Demented Utrom · 03-24-2005, 03:07 AM

I want Venom and carnage in this movie.It would be rated 14A if carnage was in it.

03-22-2005, 03:14 PM	#2
Voltron Handsomest Boy in School Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Realm of SJW Posts: 4,642	This guy isn't too old to play Eddie Brock. I'm still keeping faith. Besides, Sandman, Vulture, and Scorpion would be terrible for a movie. One's a common crook, the second is a flying geezer, and the third is a moron. __________________ I AM FOR ACTUAL! . . . and the White Savior. . . and the Right Hand of God. . .

03-22-2005, 03:20 PM	#4
Voltron Handsomest Boy in School Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Realm of SJW Posts: 4,642	If it's the Hobgoblin I'm shooting myself. Bart, I agree with you for the most part. However, I think that Venom and the Lizard could carry a movie. Them and Alistair Smithe.. __________________ I AM FOR ACTUAL! . . . and the White Savior. . . and the Right Hand of God. . .

03-22-2005, 05:57 PM	#6
cqb101 Cinephile Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Salem, MA Posts: 8,489	Bah, I really, REALLY hope it isn't Venom. First of all, yes, he is too old to play Brock. Brock is suppose to be a couple of years older than Peter. Church is in his mid 40's. Secondly, they need to resolve the Goblin storyline before they move onto other villains. Finally, one movie is not enough to set up Venom and show him for who he really is and treat the character the way he SHOULD be treated. If I was in charge(I wish!) I would have two villains in this one, Green Goblin(Harry) and the Lizard. Both characters have been introduced, and anyone who's seen Spidey 2 knows the Goblin is inevitable. During the movie introduce Brock and his hatred for Petter, and end the movie with John Jameson coming back from space( a la the animated series), and then use the next three movies(doubtful, but here's hoping) for Venom and even Carange(And up it to an R rating,too). Oh, and Bruce Campbell should play Mysterio. He'd pull the character off perfectly. __________________ Facebook

03-22-2005, 06:21 PM	#9
cowabunga14 Lover of Weird Things Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: CA Posts: 4,014	That'd be great if Bruce played Mysterio. He'd do a great job. I think Harry will become Green Goblin II. There was like four Green Goblins in the comics. James Franco would do a geart job as a villain. He must have vengeance for Norman. __________________ How can something so beautiful shine on something so dreadful?

03-22-2005, 10:15 PM	#12
Shadow Leonardo Foot Soldier Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Realizing that being a freshman stinks Posts: 145	It most definetely will be the second Green Goblin. If it was Venom I hope they use Venom's Neversoft Spidey game voice then it would be a good laugh. __________________ Dooku:"You have anger,you have hate, but you don't use them."

03-22-2005, 03:17 PM	#3
~~BartAllen~~ Banned Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 922	at this point. it could be any of the spidey villians. but i think.. at this point no matter who they choose its going to be a little goofy. other then doc ock and green goblin.. and possibly kraven the hunter. the rest of spidys rogues are sort of goofy.

03-22-2005, 03:23 PM	#5
Kid Icarus Foot Elite Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Angel Land Posts: 4,150	It should be Hobgoblin. I mean, damn, two movies with the set up for that story line? Isn't that enough? I'd like to see Mysterio though, but that'd pry blow the special effects budget through the roof.

03-22-2005, 06:00 PM	#7
Duke Mad Scientist Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,913	This is the last movie.

03-22-2005, 06:27 PM	#10
raphael_is_cool Mad Scientist Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: England Posts: 2,151	I'm sure they'll just have a villain that starts off all nice, acts almost like a mentor to Peter Parker then goes crazy and tries to kill him, kidnapping MJ in the process. It's two out of two so far.

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Brodie Certified Teacher Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Bizarro Metropolis Posts: 6,495	If it isn't Venom, I won't be watching it. No ****ing lie. __________________ Stupendous Monster

03-23-2005, 11:32 PM	#14
Barkworm Draconian leftist ruler Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 6,758	I still think Venom would ruin the third movie. Maybe in the fourth one. __________________ Make ****, not kill!

03-23-2005, 11:40 PM	#15
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	I hope he plays Venom I hear hes kinda big so he could fit the role. I dont want to see any other villian. Save the best for last. They already did Goblin and Octopus. The Lizard could be in it but Dr.Connors is already being played by someone else so Church cant be The Lizard. The Vulture is just lame and couldnt carry a movie so I hope he isnt the one either. I would like to see Kraven maybe too but hes no major villian either. I think, and Im sure most fans agree, that Venom should be the villian. Sides the tech and computer graphics exist now to do such a creature And Backworm there isnt going to be a 4th movie. And if there is no one doing the first 3 will be in it or have anything to do with it __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

03-24-2005, 12:19 AM	#17
Barkworm Draconian leftist ruler Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 6,758	HAHAHA, you're right, he really looks like Sandman. __________________ Make ****, not kill!

03-24-2005, 01:15 AM	#18
Spitfire Writer • Director Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 12,035	Wait 3 more movies? Oh no.....it's going to turn into Batman so by the time we do get Venom the movie series will suck __________________ Check out my online portfolio http://www.christopherpelletier.com/

03-24-2005, 02:18 AM	#19
ThirdMarioBro Tea Time! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 8,905	I want Venom. I want Venom now. That is all I will say. __________________

03-24-2005, 03:07 AM	#20
Demented Utrom Hench Mutant Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Canada Posts: 474	I want Venom and carnage in this movie.It would be rated 14A if carnage was in it.