As a dedicated fan myself, I’m thrilled to share that Daredevil: Born Again‘s showrunner, Dario Scardapane, has unveiled an intriguing twist for the upcoming Disney+ series. Unlike Matt Murdock’s (Charlie Cox) previous appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly his role in She-Hulk: Attorney at Law, this series will carve its own path. During a chat with SFX Magazine (via GamesRadar), Scardapane explained how they are skillfully handling Matt’s established MCU continuity while creating a grittier, more realistic portrayal of the Man Without Fear. This approach mirrors the show’s creative overhaul, which saw Marvel Studios abandoning a procedural format in favor of a tone that echoes the original Netflix series. This decision was made after significant changes within the production team during the 2023 Hollywood strikes, including the replacement of the original showrunners and a complete reworking of the early episodes to better resonate with fans’ expectations for the character.
In a conversation, Scardapane clarified that Marvel has a broader strategy, and each action sets off chain reactions. He shared early on that his ideas were often met with the knowledge that they had other plans already in place. This tidbit is thrilling for Daredevil fans who are eager to see him team up with the Avengers. However, Scardapane emphasized that while Daredevil’s appearances within the MCU remain valid, the series might not always expand upon all of these events. He explained that while we can confirm Daredevil is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and past events are acknowledged, some aspects, like his one-night stand with She-Hulk, may not be a significant focus in the series.
The depiction of She-Hulk in the show has sparked disagreement among fans, and previously Chris Brewster, a stuntman from Daredevil, had voiced criticism about the character’s representation in She-Hulk. He specifically expressed disappointment over the transition from physical effects to more CGI combat scenes, which he believed took away from the raw intensity of Daredevil’s fighting style. However, showrunner Jessica Gao defended the lighter portrayal, highlighting the strong chemistry between Charlie Cox and Tatiana Maslany. The creative team for Born Again intends to revert the character back to his grittier persona, a move that reflects an appreciation for what made the Netflix series appealing to viewers, by blending the necessity of MCU continuity with the darker atmosphere that contributed to Daredevil’s TV success.
How Daredevil: Born Again Deals with Canon
By focusing on Matt Murdock’s appearances in the MCU while emphasizing grittier aspects, Marvel Studios demonstrates their determination to incorporate Netflix-era characters back into their expansive universe. Initially, Marvel was cautious about fully accepting the Netflix shows as part of the canon, with early MCU appearances of Daredevil and Kingpin in projects like Spider-Man: No Way Home and Hawkeye leaving their past stories somewhat unclear. However, the studio’s stance has shifted significantly over time, reaching a climax with Born Again directly referencing its Netflix predecessor. This context underscores the significance of the return of original cast members Deborah Ann Woll and Elden Henson as Karen Page and Foggy Nelson, indicating that the Netflix era created a unique part of the Marvel universe deserving of preservation.
The process of making “The Born Again” Marvel Studios series canon with the Netflix versions offers a deep history to work from, enabling the story to dive right in without needing to rebuild character connections and interactions that were set up in previous episodes. As explained by Scardapane, the narrative will continue from “the dream Foggy, Karen, and Matt had at the end of the series,” which is a reference to the conclusion of the Netflix show. This approach acknowledges the earlier series and establishes a smooth starting point for new tales while preserving the intricate character relationships that made the original so engaging. Moreover, it keeps open the possibility for characters from the Netflix era to make a comeback at some stage.
Daredevil: Born Again premieres March 4th on Disney+.
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2025-01-28 12:09