Marvel Studios has given fans their first look at Jon Bernthal’s return as the Punisher in 2025. Bernthal is among several actors from the original “Daredevil” series who will reprise their roles in Disney+’s “Daredevil: Born Again”, joining Charlie Cox, who plays Matt Murdock, and Vincent D’Onofrio, who portrays Wilson Fisk. Although Bernthal’s return as Frank Castle has been anticipated for a while, fans have not officially seen him back in action since his last appearance in “The Punisher” Season 2, which aired in 2019.
Take a Look at The Punisher's Daredevil Return
As part of a new Marvel Studios Disney+ promotional campaign, fans were given their first glimpse of Jon Bernthal’s return as the Punisher. Bernthal is set to reprise the role of the iconic R-rated Marvel anti-hero in the upcoming series “Daredevil: Born Again,” which is scheduled for release on March 4, 2025.
The two-minute video showcases everything on the MCU’s streaming slate for the upcoming year, including the first publicly released footage from “Born Again.” This brief teaser featured a few shots of Bernthal’s Frank Castle, including a moment where he is seen in the character’s iconic skull-emblazoned costume.
The only other appearance of the character in the footage shows him in everyday clothing, seemingly conversing with someone—likely Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock—in a kitchen.Â
It is still unclear how prominently Bernthal’s Punisher will be featured in the series, but if this footage is any indication, fans can expect at least one significant action scene at some point in the show.
You can watch the teaser below.
What Is in Store for The Punisher?
Jon Bernthal’s role as the Punisher in “Daredevil: Born Again” has been somewhat of a mystery for a while, but it’s exciting for fans to see more details about his return to the small screen gradually emerging. Some might think he will have a minor role in the upcoming “Daredevil” revival, but that may not be the case. A copyright filing from October 2023 lists Bernthal as one of the series’ main actors, suggesting he may play a significant role in the show’s storyline.
The last time Jon Bernthal’s Punisher encountered Charlie Cox’s Daredevil, he was found guilty of murder by Cox’s lawyer, who is also a crime-fighting superhero. This led to his imprisonment, where he had his first proper meeting with Wilson Fisk.
This situation could suggest a potential connection between Punisher and Kingpin in the upcoming series “Daredevil: Born Again”, where Punisher may align himself with Vincent D’Onofrio’s crime boss, who is running for mayor.
Additionally, there have been indications that a Punisher series may follow “Daredevil: Born Again” on Disney+, making this an exciting prelude to a more in-depth exploration of Bernthal’s character and his Marvel storyline.
“Daredevil: Born Again” is set to premiere on Disney+ on March 4, 2025.
