Jamie Foxx’s “Spawn” Movie Gets Three Big Time Superhero Writers

You know a great way to hatch the long-gestating superhero project? Get three big-time superhero writers to team up on the script.

That’s precisely what’s happened for Blumhouse’s Spawn, based on Todd McFarlane’s comic book character, with none other than Jamie Foxx attached. The potential film now has three major stars collaborating on the script—The Falcon and the Winter Soldier‘s scribe Malcolm Spellman (he’s also co-writer on the upcoming Captain America: New World Order), 

Todd McFarlane Excitedly Welcomes Jeremy Renner to Spawn Adaptation

First-time director, Todd McFarlane, is racking up some serious talent for upcoming adaption of his very own comic book character, Spawn. Jeremy Renner, has joined the cast alongside previously announced Jamie Foxx. Avengers star Renner is right at home in superhero world after spending six years as Hawkeye. Although Foxx will be the main face of the movie, Renner will be playing Twitch Williams, a crucial character from the comics.

Jamie Foxx Nabs Long Sought Lead Role in Spawn Adaptation

What do you get when you combine an Oscar-winning actor with the creator of one of the comics most iconic anti-heros and a production company known for their consistent excellence in creating horror films? Spawn. That’s right, Jamie Foxx has nabbed the role he’s long sought and will be starring in Spawn creator Todd McFarlane’s film, with Blumhouse Productions (the folks behind Jordan Peele’s Get Out) producing.