5 Things Daredevil: Born Again Needs to Do Better Than the Netflix Series

In 2015, long before Marvel had its own project to expand its universe through TV series, Netflix took several of its characters and successfully explored them. The most memorable and respected project remains Daredevilwhich, with three seasons and 39 episodes, managed not only to present the character in a completely new format. Also, present one of the most interesting and complete stories based on comic characters.

This combination made the series a success, and also became a milestone in the growing world of superhero adaptations. Not only was it darker, better written, and much more relatable to audiences than other stories on the big and small screens.

It’s also a good example of how to delve into an origin story while taking advantage of the series format. So when Marvel got the rights back to the character and started thinking about what his story would be, A difficult question immediately arose.

Can House of Ideas bring the same depth and sophistication to the Hell’s Kitchen hero’s story as the Netflix version? After a long road to incorporating Charlie Cox’s character into the cinematic universe, that seems to be the goal.

So, the production of the next Daredevil: Born AgainThe challenge is not only to surpass the previous version, but also to fit the character into the publisher’s vast universe. live action. An item that includes five main elements, which we will look at below.

Strong adult tone

If the element was key in the adaptation Daredevil on Netflix, it was a mature, dark, and sometimes violent tone. Something that Kevin Feige has admitted he wants to preserve for the studio’s new production. Therefore Daredevil: Born Againyou have to at least maintain that view of the character. A requirement that is also directly related to how you approach your story. Matt Murdock’s origins are directly related to the violence that surrounds him. Much more, to the brutality of the events he had to face in his childhood and adolescence, which ultimately led him to become an unconventional hero.

But more than anything, The Man Without Fear owes its identity to the street vigilante. Far from the elegant laboratories and complex magical settings, Daredevil He is a man who very quickly learned the rules of the street. Namely, that the weak can easily become the victim of the stronger, the crueler, or the heartless. This may seem like a subtle nuance, but it is actually important. understand Matt Murdock’s behavior and the decisions he makes.

From his work as a lawyer to his dedication to his crusade for justice behind the mask to his fight against the city’s worst criminals, the character is entirely dependent on the future show’s ability to convey the violent context from which he comes. A mission in which the new Marvel series must far surpass its predecessor.

Meticulous fight scenes

If there was one thing that made the Netflix series famous, it was its fights and hand-to-hand combat. Whether outdoors or indoors, Daredevil was a milestone in how graphic violence should be handled on the small screen. Choreographed by Philip Silvera, the show captured the imagination from its first season. In particular, the now classic fight in the corridor in the second episode of the first part.

In the episode, Daredevil fights a group of enemies while the camera follows her down a long, poorly lit hallway. The entire scene became a signature sequence for the series and was actually repeated again at the start of season three. What made the Netflix production one of the most popular among fans of the characters House of Ideas.

Hence Daredevil: Born Again It faces the daunting task of overcoming not only the series’ familiar rivalries, but also its own style and tone that distinguish it from its predecessor, which remains a pop culture favorite. Much more, an example to follow in this genre.

Wilson Fisk/Kingpin’s powerful presence

We’ve already seen the return of Vincent D’Onofrio’s character. Hawkeye, Echo and according to numerous production rumors, it will become the center Daredevil: Born Again. However, the character is under double pressure. Not only is he as scary as he already was in the Netflix series, but he also has his own tone and meaning on Disney+, which at the same time must incorporate how the dark figure was presented in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The job is complicated by several aspects. First, the new version of Wilson Fisk must deal with a post-Thanos snap world. This means that even if it isn’t a major plot point in the Daredevil: Born AgainWhat happened between the great heroes of Earth affects the plot. What was already seen in “Echo” and which essentially gave the series a unique perspective on the subject.

On the other side, Daredevil: Born Again should explore the possibility of a multiverse, even without explicitly mentioning it. But since the production will be directly tied to the films, it will likely carry some weight in the script. Which could affect the powerful figure one of Marvel’s iconic villains.

Necessary street background

The above also directly affects the overall tone of the series. If something outstanding Daredevil on Netflix was that he was closer to a hero forged on the streets and with realistic problems, like the usual Marvel superheroes. Which probably made his introduction in the House of Ideas movie series that much more difficult. And now his story within the franchise is becoming more difficult to develop.

For one, just like Wilson Fisk, Matt Murdock/Daredevil will have to deal with the aftermath of Thanos’ snap. What’s already established affects your story. And so does the rest of the character’s adventures in the franchise, played by Charlie Cox. Which includes his brief stint in She-Hulk: She-Hulk Lawyer. Finally, how the series will feature other unusual creatures and settings. This contrasts with the mundane, street-level tone of The Man Without Fear.

Sure, shows like The Falcon and the Winter Soldier showed that you could tell a story without touching on the sci-fi or fantasy aspects of the franchise. But Daredevil in particular has been tied to both, almost by accident. What makes the future Daredevil: Born Again find a balance between everything.

Possible reference to the expanded universe

Of course, and considering everything analyzed, this is the most difficult moment you will have to deal with. Daredevil: Born Again. Already in 2015, one of the Netflix series’ shortcomings was its inability to integrate the plots with the film saga. But at the time, the Marvel franchise had a more grounded tone, and yet, There were stories that were not directly related to extraordinary scenarios.

Something that radically changes the environment Daredevil: Born Again. Not only does he have to deal with the aftermath of various events that have already happened in his universe. Also, with a world where superheroes have been fully accepted and have already become part of the mainstream, as shown in Ms. Marvel. The problem is that the overall tone of Matt Murdock’s story is completely different and, in fact, may not be entirely compatible with a fantasy or multiversal story. Even including the character in the future Secret Wars And Avengers: Judgment Day Will the long-awaited Marvel series be able to achieve such a difficult goal? That remains to be seen.