The Return of the Devil: ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Premieres on Disney Plus
The wait is finally over for fans of the Man Without Fear. Tonight marks the thrilling premiere of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ on Disney Plus, bringing back the beloved characters from the original Netflix series into the expansive Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Release Details: When and How to Watch
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ kicks off with a two-episode premiere tonight, March 4, at 9:00 p.m. ET. To catch all the action, you’ll need a Disney Plus subscription. The streaming service offers two plans: one with ads for $9.99/month and an ad-free option for $15.99/month. For those looking to maximize their streaming experience, consider the Disney Bundle, which includes Hulu, ESPN+, and Max, starting at $10.99/month for ad-supported options and up to $29.99/month for ad-free access.
Episode Guide and Release Schedule
Season 1 of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ will feature nine episodes. Here’s the release schedule for the first six:
- Episode 1 – Tuesday, March 4
- Episode 2 – Tuesday, March 4
- Episode 3 – Tuesday, March 11
- Episode 4 – Tuesday, March 18
- Episode 5 – Tuesday, March 25
- Episode 6 – Tuesday, March 25
The release dates for episodes 7 through 9 are yet to be announced.
The Cast: Familiar Faces and New Additions
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ brings back key cast members from the original series, including:
- Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock / Daredevil, the blind lawyer with superhuman senses who fights crime in Hell’s Kitchen.
- Vincent D’Onofrio as Wilson Fisk / Kingpin, the powerful crime lord and mayoral candidate who is Matt’s arch-nemesis.
- Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page, Matt’s friend and law partner.
- Elden Henson as Franklin “Foggy” Nelson, Matt’s best friend and law partner.
- Wilson Bethel as Benjamin “Dex” Poindexter / Bullseye, a former FBI agent with deadly accuracy.
- Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle / Punisher, a brutal vigilante and Matt’s adversary.
- Ayelet Zurer as Vanessa Marianna-Fisk, Fisk’s wife and criminal empire leader.
New cast members include:
- Margarita Levieva as Heather Glenn, Matt’s love interest and a therapist.
- Zabryna Guevara as Sheila Rivera.
- Nikki M. James as Kirsten McDuffie, a former New York D.A.
- Genneya Walton as BB Urich, a young journalist connected to Ben Urich.
- Arty Froushan as Buck Cashman.
- Clark Johnson as Cherry.
- Michael Gandolfini as Daniel Blake, Fisk’s protégé.
- Kamar de los Reyes as Hector Ayala / White Tiger.
Future Plans: Season 2 and Special Presentation
Marvel boss Kevin Feige announced in August 2024 that ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ would return for a second season, with filming set to begin in February 2025. Additionally, Jon Bernthal will reprise his role as Frank Castle / Punisher in a Marvel Studios Special Presentation, set to release in 2026 alongside Season 2 of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’.
More Daredevil on Disney Plus
While ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ is the first new series, Disney Plus offers a wealth of content featuring these characters. Dive into:
- ‘Daredevil’ Seasons 1-3
- ‘The Defenders’ miniseries
- ‘Punisher’ Seasons 1-2
- ‘Hawkeye’ Season 1
- ‘She-Hulk’ Episode 8: ‘Ribbit and Rip It’
- ‘Echo’
- ‘Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man’ Episode 6: ‘Duel With the Devil’
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In Conclusion
The premiere of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ on Disney Plus is a must-watch for fans of the MCU and the original Netflix series. With Charlie Cox reprising his role as Matt Murdock and Vincent D’Onofrio returning as Wilson Fisk, the series promises to deliver thrilling action and deep character development. Don’t miss out on the excitement tonight!
As the MCU continues to expand, keep an eye on other exciting releases like the upcoming ‘White Lotus’ Season 3 on HBO, which promises to be another thrilling addition to the streaming world. Join the conversation and share your thoughts on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ and other upcoming series in the comments below!
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