Netflix’s 3-Season Action Series Was So Good, Fans Demanded Jessica Jones’ Return

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Fans adored Netflix’s Jessica Jones, and many have been hoping for Krysten Ritter to reprise her role as the superhero – a wish Marvel has now granted. The show was a standout success for Netflix, earning an 83% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and introducing audiences to a memorable superhero in Ritter’s portrayal. Despite its popularity, Jessica Jones concluded after three seasons in 2019.

Typically, when a TV show ends, so does the story of its main character. But Jessica Jones is proving to be an exception. Even though she hasn’t been in any of the Marvel movies, she’s scheduled to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe very soon. This comeback is thanks to how popular the Jessica Jones series was, and because fans actively campaigned for her return.

Jessica Jones Was One Of Marvel’s Greatest TV Shows

In 2015, Netflix began producing more realistic superhero series, and one of the first was Jessica Jones. The show quickly became a standout original series for Netflix. Its appeal lies in its down-to-earth approach to the superhero genre and Krysten Ritter’s fantastic performance as the witty and sarcastic Jessica Jones, making it easy to understand why it’s considered one of Netflix’s best shows.

Similar to Daredevil, Jessica Jones shifts away from the large-scale, world-ending conflicts often seen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Instead, the show focuses on Jessica protecting the people she cares about and her local community, offering a more intimate story. This approach is highly effective for Jessica Jones, which expertly combines a deep exploration of Jessica’s character with thrilling action and psychological suspense.

The show Jessica Jones stood out for its intimate, character-driven stories that made superheroes – and even the villains – feel relatable and complex. Each of the three seasons is a gripping, twisty thriller. If you’re looking for a show to watch, even just the first episode of Jessica Jones will show you why it’s so good.

Jessica Jones Still Has One Of The Best MCU Villains

When discussing the quality of Jessica Jones, you can’t ignore David Tennant’s portrayal of Kilgrave, the season one villain. Many consider Kilgrave to be one of the best villains in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and he was a perfect match for Jessica Jones. While mind control isn’t a unique superpower, Kilgrave’s use of it is what makes him so compelling.

Kilgrave doesn’t want to take over the world; he uses his mind control powers to satisfy his own selfish desires and relentlessly torment Jessica. He constantly manipulates her, either by directly controlling her actions or by eliminating anyone who gets close to her. Throughout all of this, he genuinely believes he’s in love with her.

David Tennant delivers an outstanding performance as Kilgrave. He plays the character with a disarming charm that’s surprisingly captivating. Despite knowing Kilgrave is a terrible person, Tennant is so compelling that it’s hard not to be drawn in. He perfectly embodies Kilgrave’s manipulative and charismatic nature, creating a truly fascinating villain who drives the plot of the first season.

Kilgrave remains a remarkably strong villain, even after eleven years. No other Marvel Cinematic Universe villain – not even Thanos – has matched his combination of menace and charm. What makes Kilgrave so captivating is the surprisingly human nature of his story. His conflict with Jessica Jones feels intensely personal and driven by selfishness, which is more relatable than the typical world-threatening schemes of most MCU villains. Many consider Kilgrave to be the best villain the MCU has ever produced, and Jessica Jones stands out because of him.

After Intense Fan Demand, Jessica Jones Is Returning In Daredevil: Born Again

The show Jessica Jones finished in 2019 because Netflix and Marvel couldn’t agree on licensing terms, which upset many viewers. Some fans were so disappointed about not seeing Krysten Ritter reprise her role that they campaigned for her return in the new Daredevil series, Daredevil: Born Again. To everyone’s surprise, Marvel actually agreed.

Marvel has confirmed that Krysten Ritter will return as Jessica Jones in the second season of Daredevil: Born Again. While details about her role are still under wraps, this is exciting news for Jessica Jones fans. It’s likely she’ll team up with Daredevil (Matt Murdock) to battle Wilson Fisk, bringing her character back into the Marvel Cinematic Universe in a significant way.

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2026-03-18 01:48