TheVenomsequel has found a new host.

Andy Serkishas officially signed on to directTom HardyinVenom 2,continuing the adventures of everyones favorite journalist-and-slobbery-alien-symbiote combo.

The Hollywood Reporterbroke the news, and Serkis soon confirmed it on Instagram, writing, Its actually happening.

Venom (2018) Courtesy Sony Pictures NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 12: Actor/director Andy Serkis visits Build Series to discuss the film ‘Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle’ at Build Studio on December 12, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Gary Gershoff/WireImage)

Credit: Sony Pictures; Inset: Gary Gershoff/WireImage

Are you ready [Tom Hardy]?

Hes previously directed two films: the 2017 dramaBreatheand NetflixsMowgli: Legend of the Jungle.