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Spawn (1997)

“Born in darkness. Sworn to justice.”

5.5/10 · 1,529 votes 1h 36m pg-13 ActionFantasyAdventureThrillerHorrorScience-fiction

#104 of 113 films from 1997 #2021 of 2168 in action

Directed by Mark A.Z. Dippé · Written by Alan B. McElroy, Todd McFarlane

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Overview

After being murdered by corrupt colleagues in a covert government agency, Al Simmons makes a pact with the devil to be resurrected to see his beloved wife Wanda. In exchange for his return to Earth, Simmons agrees to lead Hell's Army in the destruction of mankind.

Cast

Michael Jai Whiteas Al Simmons / Spawn
Martin Sheenas Jason Wynn
John Leguizamoas Clown / Violator
Theresa Randleas Wanda Blake
Nicol Williamsonas Cogliostro
D. B. Sweeneyas Terry Fitzgerald
Melinda Clarkeas Jessica Priest
Miko Hughesas Zack
Sydni Beaudoinas Cyan
Michael Papajohnas Glen, Zack's Dad
Frank Welkeras The Devil Malebolgia (voice)
Tony Haneyas African Liaison
Todd McFarlaneas Bum
Simon Rheeas Hong Kong Military Air Base Person (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateJuly 31, 1997
Runtime96 min (1h 36m) — shorter as the 1997 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure, Thriller, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$40,000,000
Box office$87,840,042 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt0120177

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Questions

How long is Spawn?
Spawn runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Is Spawn worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.5/10 across 1,529 votes, which places it #104 of 113 films released in 1997 in this index (top 9%) and #2021 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Spawn?
Spawn was directed by Mark A.Z. Dippé.
Who stars in Spawn?
Michael Jai White as Al Simmons / Spawn; Martin Sheen as Jason Wynn; John Leguizamo as Clown / Violator; Theresa Randle as Wanda Blake; Nicol Williamson as Cogliostro; D. B. Sweeney as Terry Fitzgerald.
What is Spawn rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Spawn?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/30437.

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