We all know the legends of how this tv show was overhauled. About how Kevin Feige famously fired everyone and started over. It’s doing so well that Marvel is confident to shoot season 2 as the first season being aired. Here’s the review of what makes this tv show deserve to be revived and overhauled and still came out fantastic.
Episode 1: 15 Minutes In And It’s Already Chaotic
This opener doesn’t waste a single second. Before we can even breathe, Bullseye murders Foggy Nelson — a gut punch that sets the tone for everything to come. Grief and vengeance drip from every frame.
The hallway + staircase fight? A brutal, brutal reminder that Matt may be done with Daredevil… but Daredevil isn’t done with him.
Meanwhile, Wilson Fisk has already reinvented himself — as the Mayor of New York City. That’s right. He’s traded the Kingpin’s crown for political power, but don’t be fooled. He’s playing the long game.
One of the best scenes in the series happens early: Matt and Fisk, sitting across from each other in a quiet diner, trading veiled threats and tragic warnings. Both promise to stay out of their old lives — and we already know both are lying.
Episodes 2–4: Emotional Court Drama Arc
The story slows down with a courtroom-heavy arc, but the pacing feels intentional. These episodes show us a Matt who’s emotionally hollowed out, dragging himself through each day, avoiding his pain by hiding behind the law.
His new case? Defending Hector Ayala (White Tiger), who’s been framed by corrupt cops. It’s a smart subplot that echoes Matt’s moral code — protecting those who can’t protect themselves, even when the system is against them.
And yes… Frank Castle is back. As always, he and Matt argue about justice, mercy, and where the line is. At this point, it’s tradition. But it never feels stale — especially when Frank starts pointing out how Matt’s changed. He’s tempted to end the lives of sinners, but can’t.
Episode 5: A Little Detour
This one’s a bit of a breather. Matt foils a bank robbery, and while the episode doesn’t push the plot forward much, it’s still fun to watch him work. The fight choreography is great, and there’s a surprise cameo from Kamala Khan’s dad, reminding us that yes — this is still the MCU.
Episodes 6–7: Muse, A Wasted Potential
Let’s talk about Muse. Or rather, let’s talk about what Muse should’ve been.
In the comics, Muse is a terrifying villain — a twisted artist who can absorb people’s senses, rendering Daredevil’s abilities useless. Even worse, Muse targets people who want to die. Suicidal people.
This should’ve made him Daredevil’s perfect enemy — both physically and morally.
Physically? He cancels out Matt’s entire superpower.
Morally? Matt believes in saving people, even when they don’t want to be saved. Muse believes in the opposite. Their ideologies could’ve clashed in a chilling, heartbreaking way.
Instead… we get a version of Muse who’s just a bratty kid angry at his parents for forcing him to do taekwondo. It’s laughable and completely undermines what could’ve been the best arc of the season.
Episode 8: Matt Hits Rock Bottom
By now, Matt is completely emotionally wrecked. He’s not just done with Daredevil — he’s disillusioned with the law, with justice, with everything. He’s lashing out at everyone around him — his girlfriend, his colleagues, even people trying to help. Not physically violent, but cold. Detached. Like he’s built a wall around himself to stop feeling anything at all.
Meanwhile, Bullseye escapes prison using his tooth as a weapon. It’s gnarly and somehow works in the most over-the-top way.
This episode feels like the deepest breath before a long scream.
Episode 9: The Perfect Set-Up For Season 2
The finale brings it all together in a roaring, chaotic, brilliant way.
Daredevil and Punisher team up, and it’s everything fans could want. They’re oil and water — but they make it work. Just barely. Frank is brutal and reckless, forcing Matt to be the anchor, even in his lowest state.
Kingpin, meanwhile, has already won. With the NYPD in his pocket, he sends an army of corrupt cops to wipe out vigilantes citywide. There’s one “jaw-dropping” moment if you know what I mean — but let’s just say Fisk makes sure everyone knows who runs the city now.
The cliffhanger? Daredevil is done hiding. It’s time to fight back. But this time, he needs more than fists — he needs an army.
Final Thoughts – 9/10
Look, we all knew Disney was going to change the formula. But Daredevil: Born Again still delivers. No, it doesn’t surpass Season 1 or 3. And yes, it plays it safer than some fans might like. But when it shines, it really shines.
The Good:
- A gut-punch of an opener
- Emotional weight that actually hits
- Fantastic Punisher scenes
- Matt and Fisk are still the soul of the show
The Bad:
- Muse is wasted
- Filler in the middle drags a bit
- We need more iconic long-take fights?! (Come on, give us that hallway magic!)
For the second season, here’s hoping we get even grittier, meaner, and more choreographed fight scenes. Until then, the devil’s home — and he’s got unfinished business.
Final Rating: 9/10.
Let’s just say… he’s born again, but he’s not the same man.
Muhammad Hariz