In a thrilling development for fans of both the comic book and film worlds, Jamie Foxx has officially signed on to star as the lead in the long-awaited Spawn movie, set to be released in 2025. The film, which has been in development for several years, is a reimagining of the iconic anti-hero created by Todd McFarlane.

The new Spawn promises to be a dark and gritty return to the character’s roots, following Al Simmons, a former black-ops agent betrayed by his own team and sent to Hell. Resurrected as Spawn, he becomes a Hellspawn, a soldier in the Devil’s army, but he rebels against his demonic masters to fight for justice on Earth. Jamie Foxx’s casting has been met with excitement, as his intense performances in previous roles suggest he will bring depth and gravitas to the complex character of Al Simmons.

Todd McFarlane, who is also directing the film, has expressed his enthusiasm about working with Foxx. “Jamie is an incredible actor, and he has the perfect blend of charisma, intensity, and emotional depth that Spawn requires. We’re creating something dark, dangerous, and very different from anything audiences have seen before.”