Daredevil: Born Again Reactions Have Everyone Saying The Same Thing

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In 1989, the character of Matt Murdock, later known as Daredevil from Marvel Comics, debuted in a live-action TV movie titled “The Trial of the Incredible Hulk”. Despite this, a spin-off TV series was not launched. However, in 2003, a film starring Ben Affleck as Matt Murdock was produced, which fell short of fans’ expectations who were eager to see Daredevil again on screen. It wasn’t until 2015 that Marvel Studios got the character right with Charlie Cox portraying Matt Murdock in the Netflix series titled “Daredevil”.

Regrettably, following a run of three seasons, Netflix and Marvel decided to end their collaboration, primarily due to corporate disagreements. However, Matt Murdock is set to return in the Disney+ series titled “Daredevil: Born Again,” with Charlie Cox reprising his role. Rumors of a revival surfaced in 2022, mere months after Cox made an impressive appearance in “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” Ever since, fans have been excitedly anticipating whether the new show will meet the high standards set by its Netflix predecessor. As social media buzz about the series begins to build, we’re starting to hear early reactions – so, does “Daredevil: Born Again” measure up?

The two-episode premiere makes for a brutal reintroduction

Instead of releasing “Daredevil: Born Again” all at once like Netflix did in the past, the release will be staggered. To prevent spoilers from leaking out, reviewers who have early access are only given the first two episodes that will become available to stream simultaneously on March 4, 2025. Early reviews don’t offer much insight into the season as a whole, but they do suggest that the opening two-parter is quite impactful and violent based on reactions.

According to Brandon Davis, host of the Phase Hero podcast, Marvel has wisely chosen to skip over unnecessary filler and jump straight into an anticipated storyline, complete with lots of thrilling action. To back this up, Rachel Leishman from The Mary Sue asserts that the fight scenes in the new series remain as violent as they were during its Netflix run, skillfully exploring Matt’s moral dilemmas in a profound and captivating manner.

If you’re still not persuaded, other responses have been just as enthusiastic. Adam Barnhardt from CBR labeled the two-episode debut as “overwhelmingly dark,” while Eammon Jacobs from Business Insider concurred, referring to the opener as “intensely gripping” and “a masterpiece of violence.

Daredevil: Born Again is a return to form for the MCU

There’s been a lot of discussion lately about the perceived drop in quality within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), encompassing both movies and TV shows. Shows like “Secret Invasion,” which received negative reviews, and the latest feature film, “Captain America: Brave New World,” which has garnered concerning early responses, have left many fans worried about the future of the MCU. However, there’s hope on the horizon with “Daredevil: Born Again” promising a revitalization for the franchise.

According to a post on X by Big Screen Leaks, the opening episodes of the new series deliver an intense adrenaline rush that’s been missing from the MCU for quite some time. Agreeing with this sentiment, critic Erik Davis shared his thoughts with his followers, stating that the two-episode premiere is one of the strongest starts for a Marvel Studios TV show yet, which is quite an accolade given the impressive launches of series like “WandaVision,” “Loki,” and “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” Needless to say, if it meets fan expectations even halfway, fans of Marvel can expect to be thoroughly pleased.

The Disney show is true continuation of the Netflix series

Based on the pre-release trailers and initial responses, it’s clear that “Daredevil: Born Again” doesn’t shy away from violence and high-intensity scenes. Fortunately, Disney executives have decided to maintain the show’s alignment with its original Netflix version. However, there was quite a bit of drama behind the scenes, with significant parts of the season being reshot, allegedly to rework the storyline and introduce more characters from the earlier series. If early responses are any indication, these changes seem to have brought the show back to its core, offering a continuation that is both loyal to its roots and offers something new and exciting.

As a dedicated gamer (and fan of the Netflix series), I can honestly say that this new continuation feels like a seamless extension of my beloved Daredevil series. Critics like AJ Galiardi and others have praised its ability to recapture the initial intensity and rage, making me feel like the show never left our screens. Eammon Jacobs raves about how smoothly the opening episodes flow, likening it to the Netflix version of Daredevil picking up right where it left off.

The chemistry between Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio, after their lengthy layoff, is still palpable. They slip back into their roles so effortlessly that it feels like they never left us at all. TJ Zwarych from Agents of Fandom summed it up perfectly: “DAREDEVIL. IS. BACK.” So, fellow gamers and fans, get ready because Daredevil is back and better than ever!

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2025-02-25 21:00