The MCU Just Gave Daredevil an Avengers Loophole That Teases His Future

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It’s interesting how almost every Marvel Cinematic Universe hero seems to be working towards eventually joining the Avengers. You see this reflected in interviews with the actors, and it makes sense given how Marvel Studios plans its movies in phases, with Avengers films serving as big finales. However, not every Marvel hero needs to be an Avenger, and some just don’t fit the team dynamic. For example, a character like Moon Knight is great, but wouldn’t quite fit as one of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, and that’s perfectly fine – not every story needs to focus on assembling a team.

The reaction to Daredevil often focuses on what fans want to see, rather than what makes sense for the character. While many are excited about the possibility of Charlie Cox’s Daredevil joining the Avengers alongside Spider-Man and others, it’s not a direction Marvel Comics has historically emphasized. Daredevil didn’t become a full New Avenger until 2011, over 50 years after his creation, and even though he’s teamed up with Avengers before, being an official member is different. After more than ten years of the character appearing on screen – and despite Charlie Cox’s own interest in joining the team – the show Daredevil: Born Again seems to have found a way to definitively address his potential Avengers future. (Please be aware that this article contains spoilers for Season 2, episode 4 of Daredevil: Born Again.)

Sadly, Daredevil Doesn’t Need the Avengers

After the events of Avengers: Endgame, the Avengers disbanded for a few key reasons. With leaders like Tony Stark gone and the team broken apart, they lacked the resources to continue effectively – as seen in The Falcon & The Winter Soldier, Stark’s death created a significant funding problem. The new Avengers team, funded by Val, doesn’t have the same solid foundation as the original group. They’ve lost their headquarters, their primary financial backer (though Wakanda is helping), and can’t match the level of funding Tony Stark used to provide. Meanwhile, Daredevil now has that kind of support without needing to formally join a team.

Sam Wilson, after the events of Endgame, showed he relied on the Avengers’ support system just as much as he contributed to it, despite not receiving a salary. This highlights why becoming an official Avenger isn’t always beneficial for heroes. In Season 2, Episode 4 of Daredevil: Born Again, Swordsman provides Matt Murdock with unlimited financial and logistical support, essentially giving him everything needed to continue protecting New York. Daredevil now has the kind of wealthy benefactor the Avengers lost with Tony Stark’s death, setting up his independent, street-level operation. When he tells Karen Page, “I gave Karen an account number. Use whatever you need. Whenever you need it,” it becomes clear why Daredevil doesn’t need the Avengers – he has everything he needs to function as New York’s protector on his own.

Swordsman explained why Daredevil will likely remain a grounded, street-level hero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He believes Daredevil represents more than just heroism to New York City – he embodies hope, defiance, and resilience. In this universe, Daredevil is arguably even more vital to the city than Spider-Man. While Doctor Strange protects New York from cosmic dangers, he lacks the same deep connection with the community. Elevating Daredevil to an Avenger would undermine his established role and wouldn’t feel right at this point.

Will Daredevil ever join the Avengers? It’s not impossible, but it’s now much less likely. He works in a different world, and with his Defenders team returning in Season 3 of Born Again, he’s focused on that. While he might make brief appearances or have smaller roles, it seems Daredevil will likely stay within his own corner of the Marvel universe.

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2026-04-08 18:41