Jon Bernthal is officially back as Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher, in the upcoming Disney+ series Daredevil: Born Again. Although fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) had to wait for his return, for the most part, they have Lehman Netflixer in 2019 now. Alan, so Bernthal has not been idle and he is going to the TV screen with a new, action-packed, and crime-based series.
A Rocky Road to Returning as The Punisher
Basically, Jon Bernthal didn’t believe that he would join the MCU again. Initially, he left the production of Daredevil: Born Again for a moment because the first prominent draft of the screenplay was not in the style and the way he wanted the character of Frank Castle to be displayed that way. He was of the opinion that the theme was of the terrible, gloomy, realistic, likeness that attracted the fans.
But later, when Disney and Marvel rewrote the script and reimagined the series, Bernthal returned under the conditions. He wished for the brutality and true emotional power to remain as the main attributes of the character and not let the Disney influence to diminish them to a shallow dimension of it.
Frank Castle’s Role in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
Last week, the first official trailer for Daredevil: Born Again was dropped, and it revealed that Bernthal will make an appearance in Episode 4. The Punisher is back as the newest character’s storyline features him crossing paths with Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) again. The duo have a compelling yet complex relationship, their opinion on justice bit differently.
The trailer teases a fierce clash between the Hulk with billy clubs and the Iron Man of the Hells Kitchen MCU, with Castle serving as the balance drive between crime and heroism. In stark contrast to the other Disney+ series, Born Again will be the darkest as it will center on street crime and not typical superhero affairs.
What to Expect from ‘Daredevil: Born Again’
- Release Date: Daredevil: Born Again is expected to be released in late 2025 on Disney+.
- Episode Count: The show has 18 episodes, setting it as one of the longest-running series of the MCU.
- Villains & Allies: The cast will consist of Vincent D’Onofrio as Kingpin, who will reprise his role from the first season, and the elusive new nemeses.
- Gritty Action: Marvel has quoted that the show would be darker and more mature, being more like Netflix’s Daredevil.
Bernthal’s Other Big Projects
Jon Bernthal is back in the Marvel Universe. He is also signed for The Accountant 2, the sequel to the 2016 hit movie. He will be collaborating with Ben Affleck, who this time plays Christian Wolff. The film will tackle the brothers’ dysfunctional relationship and the life of crime and action in a more thorough way. The Accountant 2 will make its debut in April 2025.
Bernthal has also made a name for himself with his podcast, Real Ones, where he communicates with veterans, convicts, and actors about real-life experiences, justice, and the struggles of individuals. He is making waves in the industry because of the honesty and vigor exhibited by his narration.
Why Fans Are Excited
The Punisher is one of the most favored Marvel characters in the street-level heroes genre. The fans acknowledge the sincerity with which Frank Castle fights crime. A lot of people were finally upset over the cancellation of The Punisher by Netflix, while anticipation for it to come back is now growing to extreme levels.
In view of Jon Bernthal’s unswerving dedication to the truth, audiences can expect an assault and emotionally intense portrayal of this character. In contrast to some MCU superheroes, The Punisher is not one who has any supernatural powers. Instead, he only has his skills, anger, and unyielding determination to punish.
Jon Bernthal’s comeback as The Punisher is simply a turning point for the Marvel devotees. Through his persistent efforts to make the character of Frank Castle realistic and profoundly emotional, he has won a strong fan base.
He has a great year ahead with Daredevil: Born Again and The Accountant 2 being released in 2025, Bernthal is set for a big year. Fans will be anxious to find out if Daredevil: Born Again will be as good as the intense, action-filled storytelling that led to the Netflix series’ success.
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the release!
