ABOUT Daredevil
Last Updated : 06 Mar 2025
Marvel's Daredevil: A Netflix Success Story Marvel's Daredevil, a Netflix series created by Drew Goddard, marked a significant departure for the MCU, embracing a darker, crime-fiction style reminiscent of 1970s cinema. The series, produced by Marvel Television and ABC Studios, starred Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock/Daredevil, a blind lawyer moonlighting as a vigilante. The supporting cast featured Deborah Ann Woll, Elden Henson, Rosario Dawson, and Vincent D'Onofrio, with several additions across its three seasons. Development began in late 2013, following the reversion of Daredevil's film rights to Marvel. The series intentionally avoided direct MCU crossovers, focusing on a gritty Hell's Kitchen setting filmed in New York City. The costume, designed by Ryan Meinerding, contributed to the show's distinctive visual style. All three seasons, released between 2015 and 2018, garnered critical acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations. The series' success spawned a Punisher spin-off. Despite its popularity, Netflix canceled Daredevil in 2018. However, the series found a new home on Disney+ in 2022. The enduring appeal of Daredevil is evident in the revival, Daredevil: Born Again, slated for release in 2025 on Disney+, featuring the return of Cox and D'Onofrio, along with other key cast members. This resurgence highlights the show's lasting impact on the MCU landscape.