Jon Bernthal has addressed his potential future as the Punisher in the MCU – and whatever form that might take, he wants to make sure it's done right.
“I think there's a reason why that character resonated as deeply and powerfully as it did in the hearts and minds of comic book fans, first responders, people in the military and people all around the world,” Bernthal said. Collider.
“I think there's a little bit of Frank Castle in everyone. It's very strong in me and I care deeply about that character. I also know that it's absolutely essential that if we do this, we do it right and have real, holy integrity.” Of the source material and what the essence of Frank is . “I will do everything I can to make sure that, when we do this, we do it right.”
Bernthal first played Frank Castle, a former Marine who works as a vigilante known as the Punisher, in 2016's Netflix film Daredevil. He starred in his own series, The Punisher, which ran from 2017 to 2019, as part of The Defenders Saga – which we now know is officially in the MCU. He's set to reprise the role in Daredevil: Born Again, which will see Charlie Cox return as the titular lawyer turned guardian of Hell's Kitchen.
Along with Bernthal, he will be joined by Vincent D'Onofrio as Wilson Fisk, also known as the Kingpin. Moon Knight and Loki Season 2 helmers Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead will serve as lead directors.
Daredevil: Born Again is currently scheduled to release on Disney Plus in 2025. While we wait, make sure you're up to speed on the MCU with our guide to the story so far in Marvel Phase 5 and our look at what's to come in Marvel Phase 6.
