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A Spawn film movie much less a franchise is NOT Going To Happen — Here’s Why Let’s just say it plainly: The Al Simmons universe is never happening — and the biggest reason is its creator, Todd McFarlane. Not Hollywood. Not studios. Not lack of interest. Todd himself.

Spawn is one of the most iconic creator-owned characters in modern comics. Created and owned by Todd McFarlane, the series debuted in 1992 and became a massive success almost overnight. Dark, violent, stylish, and unapologetically edgy, Spawn was a perfect fit for a live-action adaptation. And yet, after more than 30 years and hundreds of issues, we’re still stuck in limbo.

The first live-action Spawn movie arrived in 1997 and… let’s be generous and say it underwhelmed. It had moments, a killer John Leguizamo performance, and a banger soundtrack, but it failed to capture the full scope and brutality of the character. Fans expected a franchise. What they got was a one-and-done curiosity.

Now here we are, almost 30 years later, and still waiting.

On paper, this should be easy. After the success of The Avengers and the modern superhero boom, a darker antihero like Spawn should have been a no-brainer. Studios are actively hunting for recognizable IP with built-in fanbases. Spawn has over 300 issues, multiple spinoffs, crossovers, and decades of lore. There is easily enough material for a trilogy — honestly, probably enough for a full cinematic universe if handled correctly.

So why hasn’t it happened?

Because Todd McFarlane insists on total creative control. McFarlane has repeatedly stated that he wants to write and direct the Spawn reboot himself. That’s the sticking point. And here’s the uncomfortable truth: no major studio is going to hand a $120–$150 million franchise film to a first-time director. Especially not one with heavy visual effects, extensive world-building, and a hard R-rating baked in.

This isn’t personal. It’s business.

Todd McFarlane is a legendary comic creator, artist, and entrepreneur. His impact on comics is undeniable. But being a visionary on the page does not automatically translate to directing a massive studio film. Hollywood doesn’t work on passion alone — it runs on risk assessment. And a first-time director demanding full control over a big-budget reboot is a risk most studios simply won’t take.

That’s where the impasse lives.

In this video, I break down both sides of the Todd McFarlane story. On one hand, his brilliance is unquestionable. He helped change creator rights forever, built Image Comics into a powerhouse, and turned Spawn into a cultural icon without studio backing. On the other hand, his career is also full of moments where ego, stubbornness, and control have gotten in the way of opportunity.

And Spawn is the clearest example. Fans don’t want a micro-budget art experiment. They want Al Simmons done right — the tragedy, the horror, the scale, the mythology. They want a director who understands film language, pacing, and tone, working from a strong script, with McFarlane as a guiding creative voice. That’s how this succeeds. But Todd doesn’t want that role. He wants the chair.

And as long as that remains true, the project stays frozen. That’s why every “Spawn reboot update” over the last decade has gone nowhere. Announcements come and go. Actors circle. Scripts get teased. Nothing moves forward because the fundamental issue never changes: control versus trust. This isn’t about disrespecting Todd McFarlane. It’s about recognizing reality. The man built something incredible — but he may also be the reason it never reaches its full potential on screen. At some point, the question becomes whether Spawn exists to be protected… or to be shared.

And time isn’t infinite.

So I’ll ask you straight: do you agree that Todd McFarlane is getting in his own way — and that a Spawn movie might never happen in his lifetime? Or do you think I’m wrong, and that this reboot will eventually get made under his terms? If you disagree, tell me when you think it actually happens — because it’s been over 25 years, and we still don’t have a new Al Simmons or a true Spawn reboot.

Drop your thoughts in the comments.

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