Todd McFarlane's Spawn

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  • TV-MA
  • 1997
  • 3 Seasons
  • 8.1  (9,575)

Todd McFarlane's Spawn is a critically acclaimed animated television series that aired on HBO from 1997 to 1999. The show was based on the popular comic book series of the same name created by Todd McFarlane. The animated series was known for its dark, adult themes and exceptional storytelling, making it a favorite among sci-fi, horror, and superhero fans alike. The series follows the story of Al Simmons, a former CIA agent who is betrayed by his employers and killed. After making a deal with the devil, he comes back to life as a demonic creature with a thirst for revenge. As Spawn, he must navigate through the world of the living and the dead, fighting evil and seeking redemption. Keith David voices the character of Spawn, giving one of the most iconic performances in voice acting. His deep and soulful voice brings the tragic and complex character of Al Simmons/Spawn to life, giving the audience a sense of the character's pain, anguish, and anger. David's portrayal of Spawn is raw, powerful, and haunting throughout the entire series. The show's animation style stands out as one of the most unique for its time. The series utilized a blend of traditional animation and CGI to create a dark and moody atmosphere. The animation is highly detailed and stylized, giving the series a gritty, urban feel fitting with the dark themes. The series is known for its strong storytelling and writing. The show's writers handle mature themes like death, betrayal, and revenge with a deft hand, never shying away from the dark and brutal elements of the story. The show's writers effectively blend the superhero genre with horror and mythology, creating a story that stands out in a crowded comic book TV show genre. One of the strongest elements of the show is its supporting cast of villains and heroes. Each character has their own motivations, backstories, and inner struggles, making them stand out as complex and nuanced characters. Villains like Violator and Malebolgia are terrifying and intimidating, while heroes like Cogliostro and Terry Fitzgerald bring a sense of heart and humanity to the series. Overall, Todd McFarlane's Spawn is an exceptional animated series that stands out for its strong storytelling, lush animation, and dark atmosphere. It is a series that treats the audience with maturity, never afraid to delve into complex themes and emotions. Keith David's performance as Spawn is iconic, delivering one of the most memorable voice acting roles in animation history. The series has aged well and is still highly regarded among fans of the superhero, horror, and sci-fi genres.

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Seasons
Prophecy
6. Prophecy
May 29, 1999
In the series finale, Twitch remembers that Chief Banks shot him. When Twitch confronts Banks, he takes his own life rather than confessing his crime. At Al's grave, Jade confesses to Spawn that since she saved him, Heaven now has a bounty on her head. Two new Celestial Warriors appear and battle Spawn and Jade. Spawn visits Cyan's sick Granny and grants her desire to visit Jack, her dead husband. Spawn now realizes his powers need not be used for evil.
Chasing the Serpent
5. Chasing the Serpent
May 28, 1999
Spawn has flashbacks of himself as Al Simmons sent downriver to capture the renegade Major Forsberg--guardian of the war mask of Ghengis Khan which contains the powers of Hell. We now realize that he is Wynn's mysterious prisoner. In hopes of redemption, Spawn sets out to free Forsberg. Meanwhile, Wanda searches for Terry, who has also been captured by Wynn and tortured. Wynn seeks and finds the mask for himself.
Hunter's Moon
4. Hunter's Moon
May 27, 1999
Victims are found torn apart and drained of blood in Spawn's alley. Sam and Twitch believe it to be the work of the man in the red cloak. At the crime scene, Lisa Wu sees a girl whom she recognizes to be Lily, a Celestial outcast and vampire hired by Heaven to hunt down and kill the Hellspawn. During the climactic battle between Spawn and Lily, he is severely wounded. Lisa Wu then appears as Jade, the Celestial Warrior hunting Spawn.
Seed of Hellspawn
3. Seed of Hellspawn
May 26, 1999
After Cog informs Spawn of his shroud's powers, Spawn transforms himself into the human form of Terry in order to visit Wanda. Twitch, recovering in the hospital with a bullet in his skull, finds his memory foggy. Terry and Richard Sullivan, Vice Chairman of the NSC, try to expose Wynn's evil CIA dealings. Cog warns Spawn that a female Celestial Warrior, Jade, is hunting him.
Twitch is Down
2. Twitch is Down
May 25, 1999
Cog reveals that he was a Hellspawn who served Malbolgia as Merlin. When Wynn orders Chief Banks to find the man in the red cloak, Sam and Twitch are put on the task. Chapel reveals that Al Simmons has returned from Hell. Twitch meets reporter Lisa Wu, also on the Spawn trail, and finds that Al's death may be related to Spawn. Spawn admits to Twitch that he was Al, and that his murder was an NSC cover-up ordered by Wynn. Wynn is alerted to Twitch's discovery and orders his execution. Twitch is shot in the alley. Is it fatal?
A Made Guy
1. A Made Guy
May 24, 1999
In the Season Three premiere, Spawn is tormented by nightmares of a Medieval Black Knight hunting him and demanding that he acknowledge which Master he serves. A mysterious prisoner is introduced; we find he is being held by Jason Wynn. Meanwhile, some twisted urban boys--Petey, Frankie and Bobby--take Frankie's friend Joey out on the town, and the night ends in murder. Now, Frankie finds himself in the same dilemma Al Simmons once was, forced to choose between sacrificing a friend or himself. Will Malbolgia receive another soul for his army of evil?
A Made Guy
0. A Made Guy
May 24, 1999
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Todd McFarlane's Spawn is a critically acclaimed animated television series that aired on HBO from 1997 to 1999. The show was based on the popular comic book series of the same name created by Todd McFarlane. The animated series was known for its dark, adult themes and exceptional storytelling, making it a favorite among sci-fi, horror, and superhero fans alike.

The series follows the story of Al Simmons, a former CIA agent who is betrayed by his employers and killed. After making a deal with the devil, he comes back to life as a demonic creature with a thirst for revenge. As Spawn, he must navigate through the world of the living and the dead, fighting evil and seeking redemption.

Keith David voices the character of Spawn, giving one of the most iconic performances in voice acting. His deep and soulful voice brings the tragic and complex character of Al Simmons/Spawn to life, giving the audience a sense of the character's pain, anguish, and anger. David's portrayal of Spawn is raw, powerful, and haunting throughout the entire series.

The show's animation style stands out as one of the most unique for its time. The series utilized a blend of traditional animation and CGI to create a dark and moody atmosphere. The animation is highly detailed and stylized, giving the series a gritty, urban feel fitting with the dark themes.

The series is known for its strong storytelling and writing. The show's writers handle mature themes like death, betrayal, and revenge with a deft hand, never shying away from the dark and brutal elements of the story. The show's writers effectively blend the superhero genre with horror and mythology, creating a story that stands out in a crowded comic book TV show genre.

One of the strongest elements of the show is its supporting cast of villains and heroes. Each character has their own motivations, backstories, and inner struggles, making them stand out as complex and nuanced characters. Villains like Violator and Malebolgia are terrifying and intimidating, while heroes like Cogliostro and Terry Fitzgerald bring a sense of heart and humanity to the series.

Overall, Todd McFarlane's Spawn is an exceptional animated series that stands out for its strong storytelling, lush animation, and dark atmosphere. It is a series that treats the audience with maturity, never afraid to delve into complex themes and emotions. Keith David's performance as Spawn is iconic, delivering one of the most memorable voice acting roles in animation history. The series has aged well and is still highly regarded among fans of the superhero, horror, and sci-fi genres.

Todd McFarlane's Spawn is a series that is currently running and has 3 seasons (21 episodes). The series first aired on June 14, 1997.

Where to Watch Todd McFarlane's Spawn

Todd McFarlane's Spawn is available for streaming on the HBO website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Todd McFarlane's Spawn on demand at Max, Amazon Prime, Amazon, HBO NOW, Vudu, Microsoft Movies & TV, Google Play and Apple TV.

  • Premiere Date
    June 14, 1997
  • IMDB Rating
    8.1  (9,575)
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