Less Blood, More Brains: Daredevil’s Return Still Hits Hard DareDEvil Born again Review

Daredevil: Born Again makes a strong return, reintroducing Matt Murdock in a way that respects the legacy of the Netflix series while carving out a new path in the ever-expanding MCU. It's not quite the gritty noir of old, but it's still sharp, engaging, and filled with promise.

Charlie Cox slips back into the red suit like he never left. His performance remains the emotional anchor of the show, balancing the tortured lawyer and relentless vigilante with nuance. The reintroduction of Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk is another major win — his quiet menace once again commands every scene he’s in.

The show’s pacing, while mostly tight, does stumble in spots. A few episodes feel like setup-heavy table-setting rather than compelling storytelling. Some side plots get more time than they earn, and the darker tone occasionally clashes with the more polished MCU aesthetic. Still, when it clicks — and it often does — Born Again delivers some of the most satisfying character work in the Marvel TV lineup.

Action scenes, while less brutal than the Netflix days, are still kinetic and well-choreographed. And thankfully, the show doesn’t shy away from exploring Matt’s inner demons, law-based dilemmas, and street-level stakes that made Daredevil a standout in the first place.

It’s not a perfect rebirth, but Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 proves there's still plenty of fight left in the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen. Consider this a solid return to form — and a promising first step toward even greater heights.

Final Verdict:Daredevil: Born Again doesn’t quite reach the brutal brilliance of its predecessor, but it carves out a compelling new chapter for Matt Murdock that balances character-driven storytelling with slick MCU sensibilities. With standout performances, solid action, and emotional depth, Season 1 lays a promising foundation — even if it occasionally stumbles along the way. The Devil’s back, and he’s still got plenty to fight for.

Score: 4 out of 5