Spawn (1997)
Kernel Score: 87% · 293 ratings
Genres: Action & Adventure, Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 1997-05-16
Seasons: 3 · 18 episodes
Where to watch Spawn
- Stream: HBO Max
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Todd McFarlane's Spawn is an animated television series which aired on HBO from 1997 through 1999. It is also released on DVD as a film series. It is based on the Spawn comic series from Image Comics, and was nominated for and won an Emmy in 1999 for Outstanding Animation Program. An unrelated series titled Spawn: The Animation is in production since 2009, with Keith David reprising his role as the titular character. Like the comic book, the series features graphic violence, sexual scenes, and extensive use of profanity. Todd McFarlane's Spawn was ranked 5th on IGN's list of The Greatest Comic Book Cartoons Of All Time.
Spawn parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Spawn (1997) is a TV-MA animated series based on the comic, featuring graphic violence, sexual content, and frequent profanity as noted in its own official description.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Described by its own source material as featuring graphic violence, consistent with its demonic superhero storyline.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Moderate — Includes sexual scenes as noted in the show's own description.
- Language: Strong — Extensive profanity is explicitly noted in the show's description.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Shows like Spawn
If you liked Spawn, these are the shows we'd watch next.
- Devil May Cry (2025) — 85%
- Creature Commandos (2024) — 85%
- Hazbin Hotel (2024) — 90%
- Castlevania (2017) — 86%
- Angel (1999) — 88%
- Devil May Cry (2007) — 82%
- Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2008) — 83%
- Loonatics Unleashed (2005) — 83%
Cast
- Todd McFarlane as Self - Host
- Keith David as Al Simmons / Spawn (voice)
- Richard Dysart as Nicholas Cogliostro (voice)
- Dominique Jennings as Wanda Blake (voice)
- James Keane as Sam Burke (voice)
- Michael McShane as Twitch Williams (voice)
- John Rafter Lee as Jason Wynn (voice)
- Michael Nicolosi as Clown (voice)
- Michael Beach as Terry Fitzgerald (voice)
Spawn FAQ
Is Spawn good?
Spawn has an 87% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 293 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Spawn?
In the US you can stream Spawn on HBO Max and rent it from Prime Video.
Is Spawn OK for kids?
Spawn is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Spawn (1997) is a TV-MA animated series based on the comic, featuring graphic violence, sexual content, and frequent profanity as noted in its own official description.
What shows are like Spawn?
If you liked Spawn, try Devil May Cry, Creature Commandos, Hazbin Hotel and Castlevania.