Marvel TV Boss Reveals Plans for 'Daredevil: Born Again'

The Netflix heroes are reshaping the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:38pm

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Marvel Studios is actively looking to incorporate elements from its past television projects, like the Netflix series, into the main MCU timeline. The return of Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' has led to the greenlighting of 'Daredevil: Born Again', a new series designed to continue Murdock's story within the core MCU. The series will feature the return of several cast members from the Netflix show, as well as the introduction of new characters. This reintegration of characters like Daredevil and Kingpin suggests a broader trend of Marvel Studios revisiting and reimagining these stories within the larger MCU framework.

Why it matters

The relationship between Marvel Studios and its television counterparts has been complicated, with the films and shows existing in somewhat separate orbits. However, the blurring of these lines and the active rewriting of the Marvel Cinematic Universe's future through the integration of Netflix heroes signals a significant shift in Marvel's approach. This could open up exciting possibilities for the return of other fan-favorite characters from the Netflix era, like Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and the Punisher.

The details

Early seasons of 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' and the Netflix Marvel series acknowledged the existence of the Avengers but often ignored subsequent cinematic developments. This disconnect stemmed from limited communication between Marvel Television and Marvel Studios. However, the return of Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' proved to be a pivotal moment, signaling a deliberate effort to reintegrate these previously separate narratives. This appearance directly led to the greenlighting of 'Daredevil: Born Again', a new series designed to continue Murdock's story within the core MCU.

  • Charlie Cox's appearance as Matt Murdock in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' occurred in December 2021.
  • 'Daredevil: Born Again' is set to premiere on Disney+ on March 24, 2026.

The players

Brad Winderbaum

Head of Marvel Television, who confirmed the connection between Charlie Cox's appearance in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' and the greenlighting of 'Daredevil: Born Again'.

Charlie Cox

The actor who portrays Matt Murdock/Daredevil, and whose return in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' was a pivotal moment in the reintegration of Netflix heroes into the MCU.

Vincent D'Onofrio

The actor who plays Wilson Fisk/Kingpin, and who will be reprising his role in 'Daredevil: Born Again'.

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What they’re saying

“The return of Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock in Spider-Man: No Way Home proved to be a pivotal moment. It wasn't just a nostalgic cameo; it signaled a deliberate effort to reintegrate these previously separate narratives.”

— Brad Winderbaum, Head of Marvel Television

What’s next

Fans can expect more announcements from Marvel Studios about the potential return of other characters from the Netflix Marvel series, as the company continues to actively incorporate these elements into the larger MCU framework.

The takeaway

Marvel Studios' willingness to revisit and reimagine the stories of its past television projects, like the Netflix Marvel series, within the core MCU timeline suggests an exciting new era for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, where previously separate narratives are being woven together to create a more cohesive and expansive storytelling experience for fans.