Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is confirmed to premiere on Disney+ on March 4, 2026. This season continues the story of Matt Murdock / Daredevil within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), picking up where the first season left off with the escalating conflict between Daredevil and the now-Mayor Wilson Fisk.
Release Date and Episode Details
The highly anticipated second season will have eight episodes and is part of Phase Six of the MCU. The show’s launch date sets up a highly strategic release positioned to capture superhero fans worldwide early in 2026. Fans can expect the new season to maintain the dark and gritty tone that made the first season a standout Marvel property.
Plot Overview and Themes
Season 2 picks up with Matt Murdock gathering allies to resist Wilson Fisk’s expanding power. Fisk, as mayor, has enacted martial law and outlawed masked vigilantes while tightening his grip on New York City’s government and law enforcement. The season is expected to explore a grand political and criminal drama set against the backdrop of a city in turmoil. At its core, the story focuses on the intense rivalry and complex relationship between Daredevil and Fisk, described as a “face-to-face” confrontation that explores how much they hate and need each other.
The season promises larger fight sequences, higher stakes, and a vivid portrayal of crime and political intrigue across New York City. The story zooms in on the personal and ideological battles between the two iconic characters, amidst the sprawling city-wide conflicts.
Returning Cast and Characters
Charlie Cox returns as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, reprising his definitive role from Marvel’s Netflix Daredevil and other MCU appearances. Vincent D’Onofrio reprises his role as Wilson Fisk/Kingpin, continuing as the central antagonist turned powerful mayor. The show also brings back key characters including Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page, Wilson Bethel as Bullseye, Margarita Levieva as Dr. Heather Glenn, and Michael Gandolfini as Daniel Blake, among others.
Significantly, Krysten Ritter reprises her role as Jessica Jones, marking her return to the MCU in what fans hope will be a mini-Defenders reunion. Elden Henson also returns as Foggy Nelson, despite the character’s fate in Season 1, hinting at intriguing narrative twists. There are rumors and hopeful speculations around appearances by other Defenders such as Luke Cage (Mike Colter) and Iron Fist (Finn Jones), which could expand the MCU storyline and excite comic fans.
New Additions and Characters
Matthew Lillard, known for his diverse roles, joins the cast as Mr. Charles, a major political powerbroker working to oppose Fisk’s agenda. His inclusion brings a fresh dynamic into the political landscape of the series.
Other returning characters like Vanessa Fisk (Ayelet Zurer) and Jon Bernthal as The Punisher may feature, deepening the show’s connections to the darker corners of Marvel’s street-level heroes.
Production Background and Development
The second season underwent significant development changes, starting initially as part of an 18-episode first season split into two parts. Showrunner Dario Scardapane, along with lead directors Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, reworked the series mid-production into a two-season arc to better fit the narrative scope.
Filming for Season 2 took place from February to July 2025 in New York City, with additional directors Solvan Naim, Iain B. MacDonald, and Angela Barnes contributing to the project. The reboot during production allowed the series to realign as a direct continuation of the beloved Netflix Daredevil, ensuring stronger ties to the original character portrayal and story arcs.
Expectations and Fan Reception
The return of Daredevil on Disney+ has been met with enthusiastic fan response, with Season 2 promising to preserve the gritty realism and intense drama that made the character’s previous adaptations successful.
The ongoing conflict between Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk in a politically charged New York City, coupled with the involvement of other beloved characters, primes the season for critical and commercial success. The promise of reconnecting various street-level heroes like Jessica Jones, Punisher, and possibly others adds significant anticipation for a broader MCU street-level saga.
Season 3 Confirmation
Marvel Studios has already greenlit a third season of Daredevil: Born Again, with writers beginning preparations in late 2025. Though details remain sparse, this early renewal signals confidence in the show’s future and suggests fans will continue to enjoy Matt Murdock’s journey beyond Season 2.
