Review: DAREDEVIL: BORN AGIAN Is a Badass Reminder of What Peak Marvel Looks Like
Marvel has been struggling to recapture the magic that once made its projects, but with Daredevil: Born Again, they’ve finally delivered something worth getting excited about again.
The first two episodes are exactly what I’ve been wanting to see from Marvel: a visceral, emotionally charged story packed with brutal, bone-crunching action.
From the moment the series kicks off, it makes one thing clear… this is Daredevil the way it’s meant to be, uncompromising, intense, and character-driven.
I’ve been let down by a lot of recent Marvel projects, but this series? This is different. The storytelling is focused, the characters are given real weight, and the writing feels sharp and strong.
Charlie Cox is back in top form as Matt Murdock, bringing the depth and nuance that made his portrayal so compelling in the original Daredevil series. Vincent D’Onofrio as Wilson Fisk is just as menacing and calculated as ever, and their inevitable clash is shaping up to be one hell of a showdown.
It’s a relief to see Marvel investing in storytelling that doesn’t feel like it’s playing things safe or trying to fit into a larger, muddled universe.
What really sets Born Again apart is its commitment to raw, unfiltered action. The fight choreography is exactly what you want to see in the MCU. This is the kind of combat that makes you wince, the kind that reminds you why Daredevil became such a fan favorite in the first place.
It’s not just stylish, it’s savage, and that’s exactly what it should be. But beyond the fights, the show doesn’t forget to deliver strong emotional moments. The weight of Matt’s struggles, the tension between his dual identities, and the looming threat of Fisk all make for a gripping watch.
With a stellar supporting cast, including Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page, Elden Henson as Foggy Nelson, and Jon Bernthal’s return as Frank Castle, the show is packed with familiar faces that add depth to the story. I’m so happy that Marvel decided to bring these characters back.
The series comes with a stacked supporting cast, and the performances elevate an already strong script. With Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead at the helm, the show has a clear and confident vision.
It’s been a long time since I’ve been this excited about a Marvel project. Daredevil: Born Again feels like a return to form, a reminder that great storytelling and hard-hitting action don’t have to be sacrificed for spectacle or silly fan service.
If the rest of the season keeps up this level of quality, we might just be looking at the best Marvel TV series yet. It’s been a frustrating few years of mediocrity from Marvel, but if this is the new standard, then Marvel might finally be back on track.