Is Daredevil: Born Again About to Break Fans’ Hearts with a Shocking Character Death?

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As a devoted fan, I can’t contain my excitement for “Daredevil: Born Again,” which is just about to hit our screens. However, it seems this highly anticipated series may bring an unforeseen sorrow not only for The Man Without Fear, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox), but also for us dedicated viewers. A pivotal shift in the production’s direction halfway through has been reported, and “Born Again” promises to carry on Matt’s dual life as a daytime lawyer and nighttime protector of Hell’s Kitchen, donning the mask of Daredevil.

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Initial responses to “Born Again” have been positive, with many hailing it as a fitting continuation of the original three-season “Daredevil” series from the Marvel-Netflix era. Yet, not all news concerning “Born Again” is cause for jubilation.

In a series of pre-release interviews for “Born Again,” Charlie Cox, along with directors Aaron Moorhead and Justin Benson, have subtly suggested that Matt’s journey in the show will be significantly influenced by a highly distressing sequence of events. This seems to imply that at least one key character may meet their end during the early episodes of “Born Again.” Furthermore, based on the clues they’ve dropped, it appears that this character’s demise could be equally heart-wrenching for fans and Matt himself.

Why Born Again Could Include A Major Character’s Demise Early On

In the series “Born Again”, though Charlie Cox and others do not directly link any close associates of Matt Murdock’s death, the grim tone and choice of words used to depict Matt’s early-show traumas strongly suggest a significant character’s passing. During an interview with “Extra TV,” Cox described the beginning of “Born Again” as “traumatic” and hinted that Matt might not recover, stating he’ll likely “never be the same again.” Similarly, Aaron Moorhead and Justin Benson acknowledged in a conversation on “Pay or Wait” that the events Matt encounters will undoubtedly leave many viewers upset.

Born Again might suffer a tragic demise early on, and the rest of the season will center around Matt’s struggle to cope with it as an individual and as The Man Without Fear. This, in turn, raises questions about which character from Born Again could meet such a grim fate.

Who Could Be Born Again‘s Mysterious Dying Character?

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Daredevil spin-off, Daredevil: Born Again, two characters who are closely associated with Matt Murdock and seem likely to meet an untimely death in the early episodes are Franklin “Foggy” Nelson (played by Elden Henson) and Karen Page (portrayed by Deborah Ann Woll). The demise of either Foggy or Karen would cause quite a stir among fans and potentially lead to tears. However, it appears that Karen might be safer than Foggy, as Woll has been confirmed to reprise her role in Born Again Season 2, which is currently being filmed. This could simply mean that Karen survives through Season 1, but it’s also possible that this is misdirection and Woll’s role could involve flashbacks to Karen’s past or unseen events involving Karen, Matt, and Foggy between Daredevil and Daredevil: Born Again. Consequently, assuming Karen’s survival would be premature.

It’s clear from their history and recent events that Foggy may tragically be the one who meets his end in Daredevil: Born Again. Matt and Foggy were close friends since their law school days, eventually establishing Nelson & Murdock together. In Season 1 of Daredevil, Foggy learns about Matt’s secret identity as The Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, which strains their friendship due to his anger over being deceived and concerns for Matt’s safety. Despite this tension, their bond has remained strong throughout the series, with Foggy joining forces with Matt and Karen again at the end of Season 3 to restart their law firm. Unfortunately, since there won’t be a return for Foggy in Season 2 of Born Again, it seems that Foggy is the most likely character to perish in the upcoming series.

Why A Major Character Death Shows Born Again‘s Close Ties To Daredevil On Netflix

In a poignant twist of plot, the potential demise of either Foggy Nelson or Karen Page serves as a painful yet significant link between the comic book series “Born Again” and Netflix’s Daredevil. The mid-season transformation of Born Again was aimed at restoring the show’s tone to its Netflix counterpart. Moreover, the sorrow Matt experiences seems to be one of the aspects carried over from Born Again’s original concept (the show reportedly preserved some footage before its reworking). In an interview with Pay or Wait, Moorehead expressed his and Benson’s disappointment about the enigmatic tragedy in Matt’s life, stating that the decision had already been made when they joined the project. This implies that the suspected death of Foggy or Karen was always intended for Born Again’s narrative, while suggesting that the show’s overhaul aimed to bring the entire series in line with Daredevil on Netflix.

In that regard, the upcoming series titled “Daredevil: Born Again” can be seen as the fourth season of Daredevil, given its post-reworking status. Matt Murdock, the protagonist, has endured a significant amount of tragedy and loss in both Daredevil and The Defenders. Over these shows, he loses his combat ally and romantic interest Elektra Natchios (Elodie Yung) not just once but twice, as well as the death of his mentor Stick (Scott Glenn), which occurred at a time when it appeared they might reconcile. To make matters worse, the comic book-inspired demise of Matt’s father Jack “The Devil” Murdock (John Patrick Hayden) and Wilson Fisk’s chilling murder of Ben Urich (Vondie Curtis-Hall) add to the long list of major characters who have perished in Daredevil‘s Netflix run.

Although it appears quite plausible that Elodie Yung’s Elektra might be resurrected in the upcoming series “Daredevil: Born Again,” the narrative surrounding Matt’s harrowing experiences and life-changing ordeals strongly suggests a death not typically revived in comic books. This tragic event seems to mirror a rare instance where such a character doesn’t get brought back to life following their demise. The sorrow that Matt endures upon apparently losing someone dear underscores the deep connection “Daredevil: Born Again” will have with its predecessor on Netflix.

However, this also hints at the possibility that fans excited for “Daredevil: Born Again” might need to prepare themselves for potential farewells, particularly for Karen Page, but more poignantly for Foggy Nelson.

You can now stream all three seasons of Netflix’s Daredevil and The Defenders on Disney+, and the much-anticipated Daredevil: Born Again will debut on Disney+ on March 4.

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2025-03-01 19:16