Daredevil: Born Again Star Says Disney+ Series Is Even ‘Darker’ Than the Netflix Original

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As a seasoned movie enthusiast with a soft spot for gritty superhero tales, I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) series, Daredevil: Born Again. Having grown accustomed to the darker, more mature themes of the original Netflix show, I was initially concerned that Disney’s family-friendly reputation might dilute the edge that made it stand out among its peers. However, Vincent D’Onofrio himself has assured us that not only will the new series match the original show’s tone, but in some scenes, it’ll be even darker – a fact that left me both intrigued and slightly disturbed!

In 2015, I found “Daredevil” on Netflix to be a groundbreaking series for Marvel, as it delved into intense violence and mature themes, all presented in a dark, captivating manner. However, as Vincent D’Onofrio, who played the Kingpin, stated, the original show pales in comparison to some scenes in the upcoming Disney+ reboot “Daredevil: Born Again”. It’s fascinating how “dark” and “Disney”, two seemingly incongruous terms, are being associated with this new venture. With Charlie Cox reprising his role as Daredevil for his first standalone outing in the MCU in “Born Again”, it appears that the character is set to bring his signature TV-MA content to the forefront once more.

Vincent D’Onofrio and the cast of “Daredevil: Born Again” recently spoke with Rotten Tomatoes TV after their D23 panel. In this chat, they discussed transitioning the original show’s gritty atmosphere to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Some fans speculated that the mature content might be softened when it airs on Disney+. However, D’Onofrio reassured fans that not only will “Daredevil: Born Again” retain the tone of the original series, but in certain instances, it will actually be even more somber.

In this revamped series, I find myself venturing into territories uncharted in the initial version. One specific aspect of my character’s journey astounds me, as I never thought it would make the final cut.

Daredevil: Born Again Features Marvel Comics’ Most Violent Villain

Not only was the original Daredevil praised for its multi-layered storytelling and extraordinary single combat sequences, it became known as the most violent live-action Marvel production ever. Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk was a ruthless adversary for Daredevil to defeat. Season 2 ratcheted up the intensity by introducing Jon Bernthal as The Punisher, a character renowned for leaving no survivors. The upcoming series Daredevil: Born Again promises to elevate the violence and brutality even further. In addition to reprising the aforementioned characters, the rebooted show is set to introduce the franchise’s most malicious villain yet, Muse.

In the gritty neighborhood of Hell’s Kitchen, an enigmatic figure known as Muse, who some might call an artist, crafts disturbing paintings, murals, and dioramas using the grotesque remnants of his unsuspecting victims. Dressed in a blood-streaked white suit, Muse is set to become a formidable challenge for the blind hero, Daredevil.

Besides introducing fresh characters as heroes and villains, the trailer for the upcoming series also hints at some newly designed costumes. In the original series, Daredevil sported two outfits: a homemade black suit and a more iconic red devil suit. However, in Daredevil: Born Again, Matt Murdock has been expanding his fashion repertoire, now having five distinct costumes to select from (although the colors may not be those for this season). Some observant viewers have even noticed that one of the helmets bears a striking resemblance to the one Ben Affleck wore in the 2003 film Daredevil.

Daredevil: Born Again
streams on Disney+ in March 2025.

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2024-08-13 14:32