The actor who plays Kingpin explains how the first seasons of Daredevil will be integrated into the MCU, but with a plot that brings new things.
Deep in the vast Marvel Universe, we have a shocking revelation: the Netflix series “Daredevil” has been confirmed as part of the official canon of the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe). Vincent D’Onofrio, who plays the iconic Wilson Fisk/Kingpin, shared some surprising details about how this crucial decision was made.
Daredevil and his new destiny
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, D’Onofrio revealed that the plot took place during the reboot of “Daredevil: Reborn.” The creators of Marvel met and decided to tie the Netflix series directly into the plot of the original Hell’s Kitchen Diablo. This decision not only enriches the character’s narrative, but also opens the door to countless interesting storylines and tie-ins with the events of the past three seasons.
However, this combination is not perfect. On John Rocha’s podcast, it was revealed that although the Marvel series on Netflix are now considered canon, Marvel Studios carefully chooses which elements to include and avoids being tied to Marvel Television’s past creative decisions. This means that even though Daredevil is still the same character that appears on Netflix, everything that happens in those series is not considered official in the MCU.
Creative renaissance
“Daredevil: Rebirth” is currently in development under the direction of Justin Benson and Aaron Moorehead, known for their work on “Moon Knight” and “Loki.” The series will be directed by Dario Scardapane, who has experience on both “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan” and Netflix’s “The Hired.” This team promises a fresh and exciting approach to the hero’s return.
He is joined by Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, Dionofrio as Fisk and Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle/The Punisher. The cast has been completed with names such as Sandrine Holt, Michael Gandolfini, Margarita Levia and others, whose roles have not yet been revealed. This mix of talent guarantees an exciting experience for fans.
A hero in constant evolution, from comics to streaming
Marvel’s iconic character Daredevil Since its first appearance in 1964, it has undergone significant evolution. Created by Stan Lee and Bill Everett, Daredevil (Matt Murdock) was a masked hero fighting crime in Hell’s Kitchen in New York. Over the years, Daredevil has been reinterpreted by different writers and artists, each of them bringing their own character, which gives him unusual emotional abilities, including his famous blindness. This constant evolution has kept Daredevil fresh and relevant to different generations of fans.
Compared to other Marvel characters, Daredevil stands out for his humanity and inner struggles, which makes him relatable to many audiences. The Netflix series delved into this complexity, offering a distinctly darker take on the character’s lighter, more adventurous tone. With “Daredevil: Rebirth” it is expected that this wealth of character will continue, combining the best of the comics and the previous series, making Daredevil a wonderful pillar of the Marvel Universe.
Daredevil: Rebirth not only marks the return of a beloved character, but also sets the stage for how the Netflix series will intertwine with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With a mix of continuity and renewal, this project promises to be a milestone in Marvel history, offering fans both the familiar and the new.