Morbius 2: Still Just a Meme-Worthy Pipe Dream in 2025?

Ah, Morbius 2—the sequel that the internet has been “morbing” for since 2022, fueled by endless memes, Jared Leto’s brooding intensity, and that infamous post-credits tease. As of October 1, 2025, if you’re hoping for fangs-out action pitting Dr. Michael Morbius against the broader Sony Spider-Man Universe (SSU), I’ve got some bloodless news: it’s not happening anytime soon. But let’s sink our teeth into the details, from the original’s flop-tastic legacy to why fans (and Sony) can’t quite let go.

Quick Recap: How Morbius (2022) Became a Cult “Classic”

Directed by Daniel Espinosa, Morbius starred Oscar-winner Jared Leto as the titular hematologist turned “living vampire” after a risky experiment to cure his rare blood disease. Teaming up with his blind brother Milo (a scenery-chewing Matt Smith), Morbius unleashes his super-speed, echolocation, and thirst for blood—think Blade meets Twilight, but with more New York rooftops and less sparkle. The film grossed a measly $167 million worldwide against a $75 million budget, tanking at the box office amid pandemic delays and a re-release that only amplified the memes (“It’s Morbin’ time!”). Critics roasted it (16% on Rotten Tomatoes) for clunky dialogue, dated VFX, and plot holes you could drive a glider through, but audiences gave it a solid 71%—proof that schlocky fun has its fans.

Post-credits scenes? One reunited Morbius with Vulture (Michael Keaton, slumming it from the MCU), hinting at SSU crossovers. The other showed Milo back from the dead, setting up vampire chaos. Sony’s response: Crickets, mostly. Streaming on Netflix boosted its ironic popularity, but no greenlight followed.

Status Update: No Greenlight, No Script, No Timeline

Fast-forward to 2025: Despite fan petitions, Reddit rants, and viral X posts begging for “Morbius 2: It’s Still Morbin’ Time,” Sony hasn’t announced a sequel. The first film’s flop makes it “highly doubtful,” per industry insiders, with no concrete developments since late 2024. Those “official trailers” floating around on Facebook and YouTube? Pure fan-made AI slop or deepfakes—nothing legit.

On X, the chatter is equal parts hopeful and savage. Users joke about Sony prioritizing Morbius 2 over surefire hits like a Sam Raimi Spider-Man 4, with one thread quipping, “Sony be like: Nah we are going with Morbius 2.” Another laments the delay: “I don’t understand why we don’t have Morbius 2 yet,” echoing the cosmic timescales fans mock the film for. Even in non-English posts, it’s a punchline—pairing it with flops like Madame Web as Sony’s “prestigious projects.”

What Could Morbius 2 Look Like? (If It Ever Happens)

No official plot, but comics fans point to arcs like Morbius: The Living Vampire miniseries, where he battles his inner demon while clashing with Spider-Man or Blade. Expect:

• Cast Returns: Leto as Morbius, Adria Arjona as the vampirized Martine Bancroft (who could go full anti-hero), Tyrese Gibson as FBI agent Simon Stroud (he’s got a three-picture deal), and maybe Matt Smith reprising Milo for undead family drama.
• Crossover Potential: That Vulture tease screams SSU team-up—perhaps with Venom (Tom Hardy) or even Kraven (Aaron Taylor-Johnson) in a “Sinister Six” vibe. Sony’s still pushing this universe post-Venom: The Last Dance (2024), so a low-stakes Morbius entry could fit.
• Tone Shift? Ditch the emo brooding for more gore and humor to lean into the meme status. Arjona’s hinted at curiosity over Martine’s “good or bad” arc, adding juicy moral gray areas.

Release? Pure speculation—Valentine’s Day 2026 for ironic romance vibes, or tie into Spider-Man 4 (2026) buzz. But without Sony’s buy-in, it’s vaporware.

Why It Might (or Might Not) Rise Again

Pros for Sequel: Cult following keeps it alive online—Morbius trended harder in memes than box office. Sony’s SSU needs wins after Kraven the Hunter underperformed, and Leto’s down for more (he flashed “Morbius 2” papers at one point, per rumors). A cheaper, streaming-first model on Netflix could resurrect it without theatrical risk.

Cons: Financially, it’s a loser—$73M domestic haul screams “shelve it.” Critics called it a “1990s vampire movie” reject, and Sony’s focus has shifted to safer bets like El Muerto or more Venom spin-offs. Plus, the MCU’s vampire lane (Blade reboot incoming) might crowd it out.

Final Verdict: 3/10 Chance – Keep Morbin’ in Your Dreams

Morbius 2 is the ultimate “what if” of modern superhero cinema: a sequel more alive in fan fiction than reality. The original’s charm lies in its unapologetic B-movie energy, but without fresh blood from Sony, it’ll stay buried. If you’re craving vampire anti-heroes, hit up Blade comics or What We Do in the Shadows for laughs. Sony, take note: The fans are thirsty—don’t make us wait another three years.

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