Daredevil: Born Again Star Jon Bernthal to Lead Marvel’s The Punisher Special on Disney; Here’s All We Know

It’s been confirmed by Marvel Television that Jon Bernthal is set to return as Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher, in an upcoming Disney+ special. Previously, he played this role in the initial season of Daredevil: Born Again.

According to Brad Winderbaum, who heads Marvel Television, he described the upcoming story as a fast-paced, explosive narrative, yet it still manages to deliver the depth and emotional impact that fans expect from a Punisher tale. He found it incredibly thrilling.

In simpler terms, Bernthal will once again embody Frank Castle, also known as the Punisher, and make an appearance in the upcoming Daredevil series. This upcoming project is rumored to follow a similar structure to other Marvel specials like “Werewolf by Night” and “The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special.” According to reports from our source.

According to reports, the actor from The Walking Dead is teaming up with Reinaldo Marcus Green to pen the script. Winderbaum spoke highly of Bernthal, expressing that he’s a remarkable talent who truly embodies Frank Castle’s character and brings depth to every role he plays. Furthermore, Winderbaum added that Bernthal has a deep understanding of the character as a writer.

Initially, Bernthal portrayed the character of Frank Castle, a complex anti-hero, in Netflix’s Daredevil. Later, he headlined his own series on Netflix, which spanned over two seasons and 26 episodes between 2017 and 19. Joining Bernthal in The Punisher were actors like Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ben Barnes, Amber Rose Revah, Daniel Webber, Paul Schulze, among others.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t contain my excitement! The Punisher is already a favorite of mine, but Jon’s version holds a special place in my heart. The prospect of him being part of the MCU and adding that unique touch to the broader universe, particularly the gritty street-level action, is simply a golden opportunity. As a fan, this development is nothing short of the greatest thing to ever happen!

Marvel Studios is actively contemplating reviving the characters from The Defenders, such as Jessica Jones (Krysten Ritter), Luke Cage (Mike Colter), and Iron Fist (Finn Jones). Previously, Winderbaum has suggested to the media that they are seriously looking into resurrecting these characters following their premature demise on Netflix.

In other news, the highly anticipated special featuring Jon Bernthal as The Punisher has been confirmed to premiere on Disney+ in 2026. This release coincides with the second season of Daredevil.

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2025-02-26 12:22