Marvel Reboots “Daredevil” Before ‘Born Again’ Season 2, First Look Given

A new era has officially begun for Matt Murdock.

Marvel’s Daredevil

From its gritty Netflix origins to its return as a Disney+ series, Daredevil’s journey across the Marvel universe has unfolded like few others. The original series, produced by Marvel Television, debuted in 2015, offering a street-level, character-driven take that stood apart from the larger-scale Marvel films of the time. Praised for its fight choreography, grounded realism, and complex moral dilemmas, Daredevil quickly cultivated a passionate following across its three-season run from 2015 to 2018.

That’s why its cancellation caught fans off guard. Despite strong viewership and acclaim, the show ended in 2018 due to the strategic shift toward Disney’s upcoming streaming service.

The franchise remained dormant until 2022, when character rights officially returned to Marvel. That year, Marvel began planting seeds for Daredevil’s MCU revival. Charlie Cox surprised audiences with a cameo as Matt Murdock in Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021), and Vincent D’Onofrio returned as Kingpin in Hawkeye, reinforcing speculation that Marvel had bigger plans for the duo. Cox later appeared in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, and his appearance signaled a potential redesign that would eventually appear in Born Again.

Announced in 2022, Daredevil: Born Again was pitched as a soft reboot that would continue the legacy of the Netflix storylines. Originally planned as an 18-episode season, the show underwent heavy reworking during the 2023 Writers’ Strike. Marvel paused production to review early footage, ultimately replacing original writers and directors, reworking the tone to better match the Netflix iteration, and splitting the season into two nine-episode parts.

Casting also shifted. Deborah Ann Woll and Elden Henson–who played Karen Page and Foggy Nelson–officially returned, restoring key elements of the original ensemble. The role of Vanessa Fisk, initially recast with Sandrine Holt, was changed back to Ayelet Zurer to maintain continuity with the earlier seasons.

Jon Bernthal also joined the production as Frank Castle/The Punisher, further tying Born Again to the original Netflix timeline while cementing the character’s place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Daredevil: Born Again premiered in March 2025, set after the Netflix finale. Matt Murdock has retired as Daredevil—at least initially—until Wilson Fisk’s rising political influence forces him back into Hell’s Kitchen. What follows is a blend of crime-thriller storytelling and MCU integration, expanding Murdock’s world while retaining the moral and emotional complexities that defined the Netflix series. With a more mature tone and high expectations from fans, the revival quickly became one of Marvel’s most anticipated projects in recent memory.

Dario Scardapane serves as the showrunner for the series, with Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead as the lead directors.

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Cast

Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 brings back a strong lineup of returning characters while expanding the world of Hell’s Kitchen with several new faces. Here’s the cast so far:

• Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil.
• Vincent D’Onofrio as Wilson Fisk/Kingpin.
• Krysten Ritter as Jessica Jones.
• Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle/The Punisher.
• Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page.
• Elden Henson as Franklin “Foggy” Nelson.
• Wilson Bethel as Benjamin “Dex” Poindexter/Bullseye.
• Margarita Levieva as Heather Glenn.
• Matthew Lillard plays a new character named Mr. Charles, described as an influential political figure.
• Nikki M. James as Kirsten McDuffie, a former ADA turned law partner.
• Genneya Walton as BB Urich, journalist and niece of the late Ben Urich.
• Clark Johnson as Cherry, a former NYPD detective now working with Murdock.
• Michael Gandolfini as Daniel Blake, Fisk’s deputy mayor/communications aide.
• Ayelet Zurer as Vanessa Fisk, Wilson Fisk’s wife.
• Lili Taylor was cast in a recurring, unnamed political role.
• Camila Rodriguez returns as Angela del Toro.

Marvel Restarts the “Daredevil” Series Again

With Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again targeting release next year, Marvel Comics is taking the momentum further with a fresh run in print, described as a direction that will “redefine” the character.

“Following in the footsteps of legendary creative teams from the title’s esteemed history, [Stephanie Phillips] and [Lee Garbett] set out to redefine Daredevil for a new age!” Marvel writes in its announcement. “A fresh start that’s perfect for newcomers and longtime fans alike, the new run sees Matt Murdock confront unprecedented challenges—both in his personal life as Matt Murdock and on the dangerous streets of Hell’s Kitchen as Daredevil.”

The new storyline adds a major twist: Matt Murdock is heading back to the classroom. “Matt will go back to school, taking on a new role as a law professor just as a new super villain named Omen emerges with a mysterious vendetta against his super hero alter ego,” Marvel added.

Writer Stephanie Phillips also shared her excitement about reimagining the character while honoring his roots. On partnering with artist Lee Garbett, she said: “I’m taking on one of my favorite characters with one of my favorite artists, and together we’re exploring Daredevil’s noir sensibilities […] Lee Garbett brings so much style and emotion to every page, and I couldn’t ask for a better partner to bring this version of Daredevil to life.”

Touted as “an all-new era of Daredevil” and a version of the Man Without Fear “never seen before,” “Daredevil #1” arrives in comic shops on March 18, 2026. Meanwhile, Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again hits Disney+ on March 4, 2026, with a third season officially moving forward as of September 2025.

First Look at New “Daredevil” Given

Comic Book Movie has shared the first official look at the “Daredevil” reboot, which features multiple black and white panels of the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen swinging through New York City and engaging in a fight with street-level criminals.

“Hell’s Kitchen is full of secrets – but no secret stays buried for long! As a fearsome new super villain named OMEN has targeted MATT MURDOCK, it will be his alter-ego DAREDEVIL who takes the hits!” the solicitation reads. “BUT BEWARE! This mysterious new player isn’t all that they appear–a secret Daredevil will have to learn quickly as he scrambles to settle into a life and status quo we’ve NEVER SEEN HIM IN BEFORE! Look alive, Marvelites, an all-new and unprecedented era of DAREDEVIL starts right here!”

What Happened During Daredevil: Born Again Season 1?

Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 begins with Matt Murdock living a quieter life after walking away from his vigilante identity. He’s emotionally worn down and determined to leave Daredevil behind, but as New York’s criminal activity subtly resurges, he finds himself being pulled back into conflict.

A new legal case at his bustling law firm, combined with a rising sense of responsibility, forces Matt to reevaluate whether the mask is a burden or a calling he cannot escape. As he slowly steps back into the role of Daredevil, he becomes more strategic than before, balancing his legal expertise with his vigilantism.

Meanwhile, Wilson Fisk shifts from the shadows to legitimacy, beginning a calculated rise into New York politics. Utilizing philanthropy and public image rehabilitation, he positions himself as a civic figure while quietly consolidating his influence in law enforcement and city infrastructure.

By the end of the season, Fisk is no longer operating purely as a crime boss–he’s becoming a political force with seemingly lawful power.

Frank Castle also reenters the picture, and his presence shakes the foundation of Matt’s beliefs. The Punisher operates with zero hesitation or restraint, representing the extreme version of justice. Matt and Frank form an uneasy alliance, and their dynamic forces Matt to confront the moral line he refuses to cross. As Fisk grows more influential, the legal system begins to bend in his favor, exposing how easily power can be manipulated. Matt realizes that Fisk’s campaign isn’t just about political office–it’s an attempt to secure unchallenged control over the city.

The season concludes with Matt fully reclaiming his Daredevil identity and preparing for a long battle ahead. Fisk stands on the verge of major political power, aware that Daredevil is working against him, and perhaps more determined than ever to eliminate opposition. The final episodes establish a thematic struggle that sets the tone for Season 2: justice versus control, the law versus corruption, and whether Daredevil can stop a villain who plans to rule not by fear, but by public support.

With Daredevil returning on both the page and the screen, the character is shaping up to be a central figure in Marvel’s street-level storytelling plans.

How do you feel about all the upcoming Daredevil content? Let us know in the comments down below!