Spawn Reborn: Todd McFarlane Unearths 1977 Concept for Image's September Slate

Image Comics is dropping a bombshell this September 2026. Forget everything you thought you knew about Spawn; Todd McFarlane is diving deep into his archives for Spawn 77 #1. This isn't just another issue. It’s a reimagining of McFarlane’s original 1977 concept for the character, nearly five decades in the making.

McFarlane teams up with artist Mark Spears to unleash a "wickedly different" take on the iconic Hellspawn. Fans have seen Spawn evolve countless times, but a direct callback to his earliest, pre-Image design sketches? That’s a bold, unexpected move. It promises a fresh vision for a character who redefined independent comics, and we’re here for the wild ride.

Beyond Spawn’s radical reboot, Image is rolling out a heavy-hitting lineup of new series. Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen, the Eisner-winning duo behind Descender and Ascender, reunite for Crowbound #1. This dark fantasy epic throws readers into a post-apocalyptic world where a mother battles terrifying forces to save her daughter. Ram V, known for his masterful storytelling, teams with Evan Cagle for Deicidium, a dystopian fantasy where belief is monetized and ancient gods awaken to shatter a fragile peace. Plus, the Eisner-winning team of Darcy Van Poelgeest and Ian Bertram deliver another dark fantasy with The Karman Blade.