The Spirit, directed by Frank Miller and based on the comic series by Will Eisner, was released in theaters.
Filming and production for The Spirit started, involving director Frank Miller and the cast including Gabriel Macht.
The Spirit comic series was officially announced to be adapted into a live-action film directed by Frank Miller.
Detective Denny Colt is presumed dead after a fatal incident, leading to his rebirth as The Spirit.
Denny Colt returns from the dead with no memory of his past, adopting the identity of The Spirit to fight crime in Central City.
The Spirit reconnects with Ellen Dolan, daughter of Police Commissioner Dolan, who becomes an ally and love interest.
The Spirit confronts the criminal mastermind known as The Octopus, who is orchestrating a city-wide conspiracy.
The Spirit forms a complex alliance with Sand Saref, The Octopus's former lover and skilled femme fatale.
The Spirit faces off against The Octopus in a final showdown to stop his plans for chaos in Central City.