In the mid-2010s, Daredevil's three-season run on Netflix immersed viewers in the gritty underworld of Hell's Kitchen, earning acclaim as one of Marvel's highest-rated series. This made Netflix's 2018 cancellation particularly surprising.
While Charlie Cox's Daredevil has since made cameos in lighter MCU entries like She-Hulk and Spider-Man: No Way Home, few anticipated a full-fledged solo series revival. Yet the hero has indeed returned - now on Disney+, but with Marvel's promise of maintaining the character's signature intensity.
Streaming Details and Episode Guide
For viewing options and the complete episode release calendar, see below.
Where to Stream
Disney+ holds exclusive streaming rights for the revival. The original Netflix series (2015-2018) now also streams on Disney+, as does the new season. Subscriptions start at $9.99 monthly, with bundle options including Hulu and Max.
Release Schedule
The season launched March 4, 2025 with two episodes, followed by weekly Tuesday releases (9pm EST). The nine-episode arc includes a mid-season double feature:
- Episode 1 "Heaven's Half Hour" - March 4
- Episode 2 "With Interest" - March 4
- Episode 3 "The Hollow of His Hand" - March 11
- Episode 4 "Straight to Hell" - March 18
- Episode 5 "Sic Semper Sysema" - March 25
- Episode 6 "Isle of Joy" - March 25
- Episode 7 "Excessive Force" - April 1
- Episode 8 "Art for Art's Sake" - April 8
- Episode 9 "Optics" - April 15
Series Details
Story Synopsis
This sequel continues Matt Murdock's story as the blind attorney balances legal work with vigilante justice, while Wilson Fisk pursues political power. Their inevitable confrontation drives the season's arc, incorporating elements from Frank Miller's "Born Again" comics while forging its own path.
Future Seasons
Originally conceived as a single 18-episode season, the story will now span two 9-episode parts. While Season 2 hasn't received an official release date, production is confirmed.
The Defenders Connection
Though focused on Daredevil, Marvel executives confirm they're "exploring" potential returns for other Defenders characters following the main character's revival.
Cast & Creative Team
Key returning cast:
- Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock
- Vincent D'Onofrio as Wilson Fisk
- Deborah Ann Woll as Karen Page
- Elden Henson as Foggy Nelson
- Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle
New additions:
- Michael Gandolfini as Daniel Blake
- Nikki M. James as Kirsten McDuffie
- Matthew Lillard (confirmed for Season 2)
The series is developed by Dario Scardapane, Matt Corman, and Chris Ord, with Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead serving as lead directors.
