About “Spawn” in a few words:

“Spawn” is a dark and gritty animated TV series based on the comic book of the same name. The show follows the story of Al Simmons, a former government assassin who is betrayed and killed by his boss. In the afterlife, he makes a deal with the devil to come back to life as Spawn, a demonic anti-hero with supernatural powers. As he navigates his new life and battles various enemies, he must also confront his inner demons and the moral complexities of his actions. The show is known for its complex characters, mature themes, and stunning animation.

Meet the characters from Spawn

Spawn

Okay, Spawn is the brooding, chains-and-cape antihero who crawled out of Hell with a serious grudge and a seriously cool costume — like, the cape is basically a character of its own, right? He’s tortured and noble and kind of terrifying, all at once; the quiet type who stares into alleys and apparently collects broken watches or something (he’s either sentimental or it’s a demon thing, I can’t decide). He does ruthless justice when he needs to but also has this weird, stubborn moral code that makes him oddly sympathetic — even when he’s ripping through bad guys. Also, he loves the night, hates bureaucracy, and will probably save you and then disappear like a gothic gust of smoke.

Cogliostro

Cogliostro is the ancient, cryptic mentor who speaks in riddles and probably owns more scrolls than a library, and yes he definitely smokes a little too much or at least pretends to for dramatic effect. He’s wise and manipulative in equal measure, guiding Spawn with a hand that’s sometimes warm and sometimes icy (I swear he winks like a grandpa and then lies through his teeth). There’s always that “been there, done that” vibe — like he was once in Spawn’s shoes and maybe regrets it or revels in it, depending on the day. He’s the sort of guy who can make you a potion and a lecture in the same breath, and you’ll leave both better and slightly more confused.

Wanda Blake

Wanda is heartbreaking and stubborn and totally grounded — the human heart of the mess that is Spawn’s life, and you feel for her even when she’s being stubborn and not listening (I mean, who among us?). She’s quietly brave, a little scatterbrained with receipts and mismatched socks, but she carries grief like a heavy coat and somehow keeps going (also she might have a secret stash of chocolate or hymns, depends on the scene). She’s not the punching-bag stereotype; she has agency, messy decisions, and a memory that haunts the whole story.

Sam Burke

Sam is the cop with a cigar-smile and a heart of gold buried under layers of sarcasm and stained trench coats — he’s the “regular guy” who steps into the supernatural and does not fold (he does fold laundry terribly though, apparently). He’s practical, a little loud, and annoyingly good at paperwork for a man who lives where bullets fly, and he really cares about people even when he grumbles about it. Expect wisecracks, a fondness for bad coffee, and the kind of loyalty that will get him into trouble but also save lives (also, I’m convinced he hums old sitcom themes in the squad car when nobody’s looking).

Gareb

Gareb is this rough-edged, low-key menace who shows up with a spine of steel and a soft spot for stray animals — yes, I’m serious, he absolutely would feed a stray cat and then leave a nasty note for the guy who messed with it. He’s the mercenary/henchman type but not cartoonish; quiet, efficient, and occasionally philosophical in a way that makes you raise an eyebrow. He’s scarred, terse, and probably has a tattoo that means something tragic or dumb depending on who’s telling the story. He’s the kind of character who does dirty work and then recites a line from an old poem like it’s a guilty pleasure.

Jason Wynn

Jason Wynn is the slick, poisonous mastermind — suits, smiles, and a soul traded for power about twenty years ago, pretty much the human face of corporate evil with a government badge. He’s manipulative, allergic to empathy, and has this creepy way of making you feel like you should be thanking him for ruining your life (and he’d smile while doing it). He collects influence like others collect watches, and he’s always three moves ahead, though sometimes his pride trips him up in wonderfully dramatic ways. He’s everything you love to hate: polished, dangerous, and secretly convinced he’s doing the right thing (which is terrifying).