Following several months of excitement, the initial official trailer for “Daredevil: Born Again” has been unveiled to the public at large. Earlier, only attendees of conventions had a glimpse of footage from the upcoming “Daredevil” TV series; now, everyone can catch a glimpse of what the next phase of Matt Murdock’s quest to reform Hell’s Kitchen will entail. The trailer hints at numerous new actors and intriguing twists in this vigilante’s realm, while simultaneously guaranteeing loyal “Daredevil” enthusiasts that familiar faces like Karen (portrayed by Deborah Ann Woll), Foggy (Elden Henson), and Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal) will make a comeback.
The trailer offers an enticing peek into an edgier, darker aspect of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that differs from what we’ve seen in other Marvel-Disney+ productions. In essence, Daredevil: Born Again is poised to delve deeply into a character who has already been established in significant Netflix/Marvel series, and it might even become for the MCU what The Penguin was for DC television shows.
Marvel Needs A Grounded MCU Disney+ Series
The debut Marvel Studios show on Disney+ was “WandaVision,” setting a pattern for these series to delve into the extravagant and surreal. This high-budget TV series was brimming with robots, explosions, and supernatural abilities, all detached from everyday life. Following MCU streaming shows such as “Secret Invasion,” “Ms. Marvel,” and “Loki” followed suit in their embrace of the fantastical. Even a series like “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier” that seemed more grounded occasionally ventured into unrealistic realms. As a result, “Daredevil: Born Again” could offer a more relatable emotional experience for viewers craving something less fantastical.
By mere existence, “The Penguin” – a spin-off from The Batman series – managed to achieve something remarkable. In the past decade, it has become customary for small-screen DC projects to resemble the ArrowVerse shows, which amassed a significant fanbase due to their incorporation of various fantastical aspects from the comics. Shows like “Doom Patrol” and “Pennyworth” followed this trend with their whimsical storylines. However, “The Penguin” deviated from this norm by focusing on Oswald Cobblepot’s journey through the dark underworld of Gotham City’s criminal scene.
Instead of resembling shows like “Legends of Tomorrow” or “Peacemaker,” the style of “The Penguin” was reminiscent of classic crime TV series such as “The Sopranos.” This unique approach enabled it to go beyond the distinctive ambiance of “The Batman” and establish its own dedicated fanbase. The public appreciated the depiction of the ordinary life of costumed crime-fighters. Furthermore, the persistent gloominess of “The Penguin” provides a safer setting for viewers to grapple with real-life harshness. Working within the confines of a DC Comics adaptation allowed the portrayal of reality’s horrors to be less overwhelming, without diminishing their impact.
Essentially, “The Penguin” thrived due to its unique and street-level perspective compared to other DC Comics TV show adaptations. “Daredevil: Born Again” has the potential to achieve similar success by delving deeply into the darkest corners of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Given that this series is expanding upon the acclaimed Netflix “Daredevil” show, which was applauded for its grounded approach, maintaining those characteristics could make “Born Again” the MCU’s counterpart to “The Penguin”.
What Could Keep Born Again From Being The Next Penguin?
If the significant production issues faced by “Daredevil: Born Again” can be overcome, it might avoid becoming the MCU’s counterpart to “The Penguin.” Unlike “The Penguin,” which maintained a stable creative team including Lauren LeFranc and Matt Reeves during its development at HBO, “Daredevil: Born Again” underwent a major creative overhaul in October 2023 following the shooting of several episodes. The potential inconsistencies arising from this upheaval could prevent “Born Again” from receiving the widespread acclaim that “The Penguin’s” celebrated storytelling garnered.
Despite the caveat, the idea that Daredevil: Born Again could provide a similar surge to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as The Penguin did to DC shows is intriguing. Superheroes and comic book characters can thrive in various narrative forms, spanning from grandiose sci-fi adventures to gritty crime dramas. In recent times, there’s been a tendency to amplify the spectacle within these productions to make them more noticeable amidst a bustling entertainment industry.
Nevertheless, it’s clear that the remarkable achievement of The Penguin across various aspects indicates that personal storytelling can deeply connect with audiences. If Daredevil: Born Again follows such narratives, it could pave a fresh path for Marvel Disney+ content and potentially resemble the second incarnation of The Penguin.
The Penguin is now streaming on Max, Daredevil’s first three seasons are on Disney+.
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2025-01-15 20:40