Matt Murdock has had many impressive moments in hisMCUhistory, and will surely deliver even more in Marvel Television’s upcomingDaredevil: Born Again. Charlie Cox first appeared as Matt Murdock, the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen, in Netflix’sDaredevilseason 1 in 2015, and very quickly became a fan-favorite character. His debut in the MCU proper inSpider-Man: No Way Homewas thrilling, and this became even better whenNetflix’s Defenders Saga was confirmed to be canon to the MCU, meaning Daredevil’s MCU history is even richer than first thought.
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Charlie Cox is set to reprise the role of Matt Murdock’s Daredevil in2025’s upcomingDaredevil: Born Again, which will act as a continuation of his Netflix series.Born Againwill pick up five years afterDaredevilseason 3’s finale, so it’s unclear how much of his time in the MCU’s Multiverse Saga will be addressed.Daredevil: Born Againis one of the MCU’s most highly-anticipated Phase 5 projects, so there is pressure for the Man Without Fear to deliver some intense and impressive moments. IfDaredevil’s MCU historyis anything to go by, this won’t be a problem.
10Daredevil & Kingpin Fight For The First Time
Daredevil Season 1, Episode 13, “Daredevil”
There are many moments in Netflix’sDaredevilseason 1 that could be seen to be some of Matt Murdock’s best scenes, but the final fight between Daredevil andVincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fiskin the season finale, “Daredevil,” was remarkable.This marked the first time Murdock was seen in his now-iconic first Daredevil suit, earning him his vigilante moniker, and this armor certainly proved helpful when battling Fisk in hand-to-hand combat. This fight saw both Murdock and Fisk put their best foot forward, leaving the viewer guessing about who would come out victorious.
Of course, Daredevil won the day, allowing Fisk to be imprisoned for his crimes, but this was far from the end of their greater war.This battle was intense, powerful and a complete show of strength for both hero and villain, which was exactly what audiences had been waiting for throughout the season. It’s exciting to think about howDaredevil and Kingpin’s relationship will develop inDaredevil: Born Again, especially now the latter is running to be elected Mayor of New York. It’s possible there will be a repeat of this iconic battle fromDaredevilseason 1.
9Matt Murdock Catches A Brick
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Charlie Cox’s career as Matt Murdock seemed to be over after the cancelation of Netflix’s Defenders Saga and the establishment of official MCU-set TV shows on Disney+. This meant it was an even more pleasant and shocking surprise when Cox returned asMatt Murdock inSpider-Man: No Way Home, appearing as Peter Parker’s lawyer in the wake of his identity being revealed to the world and him being framed for Mysterio’s death and the attack on London.Although he didn’t suit up as Daredevil, Matt Murdock did get a chance to show off his power.
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Both Matt Murdock and Tom Holland’s Peter Parker used their super-fast reflexes to reach for a brick thrown through Parker’s window, which stated,“We Beleive Mysterio,“with an annoying typo. It was Murdock who caught the brick, however, with him not being very subtle about showing off his superhuman senses to Parker, Aunt May and Happy Hogan. This could prove important in theMCU’s upcomingSpider-Man 4, as Peter Parker may reconnect with his superpowered lawyer after being forgotten by the world.
8Elektra Manipulates Matt Murdock Into Beating Up Sweeney
Daredevil Season 2, Episode 5, “Kinbaku”
Daredevilseason 2 introducedÉlodie Yung as Elektra Natchios, a mysterious fighter with a connection to Matt Murdock’s past. This connection was explored inDaredevilseason 2, episode 5, “Kinbaku,” which saw Elektra and Murdock meet, with the former trying to manipulate the latter into rejoining their mentor, Stick, and his war against the Hand.Part of this initiation involved Elektra apprehending Roscoe Sweeney, who had been the cause of Murdock’s father’s demise, and getting Murdock to beat him upand perhaps even kill him, though Murdock refused.
Jennifer Garner recently returned inDeadpool & Wolverineas her version of Elektra Natchios from 2003’sDaredeviland 2005’sElektramovies.
For a moment, it seemed as though Matt Murdock might finish the job, giving Elektra exactly what she wanted. He stayed true to himself, however, butthis scene was packed full of raw emotion, particularly seen in the chemistry between Cox and Yung, and even more evident while Murdock was giving Sweeney what he deserved.Èlodie Yung has expressed interest in returning as Elektra, and this could happen as early asDaredevil: Born Again, which would likely see her return to throw another spanner in Matt Murdock’s life after the events ofDaredevilandThe Defenders.
7Daredevil Fights Maya Lopez
Echo Episode 1, “Chafa”
Daredevil’s cameo appearance inEchoepisode 1, “Chafa,” showed exactly how Marvel Studios should use cameos going forward. Charlie Cox appeared in a few-minute-long sequence, most of which was filmed as one take, which saw Daredevil fighting Maya Lopez in 2018, during the time that she was working for her surrogate uncle, Wilson Fisk.This scene gave Daredevil the chance to show off more of his new MCU athleticism, while also providing Maya Lopez with the chance to prove her own skill, as she was an even match for the Man Without Fear.
While Kingpin sends Echo to battle Daredevil in Marvel Comics, Maya Lopez actually ends up falling in love with Matt Murdock.Daredevil’s appearance inEchomay have teased the very beginning of this evolution for these characters in the MCU, so it’s very possible thatAlaqua Cox could reprise her MCU role inDaredevil: Born Again. This could mark a repetition of this brilliant spar between the two disabled but powerful MCU heroes, expanding their connection and further fleshing out the street-level stories of the MCU.
6Daredevil Debates Morality With The Punisher
Daredevil Season 2, Episode 3, “New York’s Finest”
AnotherDaredevilcharacter set to return to the MCU inDaredevil: Born AgainisJon Bernthal’s Frank Castle, a.k.a. the Punisher, who first appeared inDaredevilseason 2. Castle shot Daredevil in the head in season 2’s premiere, though he was thankfully saved by his helmet, and this didn’t deter him from chasing down Castle again.In episode 3, “New York’s Finest,” Daredevil finds himself a captive of the Punisher, but instead of harming him, Castle engages the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen in a discussionabout their differing methods of doing the same thing.
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This conversation is incredibly poignant, as both realize they are two sides of the same coin. Daredevil locks up bad guys, while the Punisher kills them, and this discussion gives them both an opportunity to argue their case.They come away from it with mutual respect, especially after battling through the Dogs of Hell together at the end of this episode in a brilliant long-take scene. It was a great choice to show off Frank Castle’s humanity first and foremost, and to see Matt Murdock struggle with wondering whether he’s right, and this may be repeated inDaredevil: Born Again.
5She-Hulk & Daredevil Save Luke Jacobson Together
She-Hulk: Attorney At Law Episode 8, “Ribbit & Rip It”
Following his return to the MCU inSpider-Man: No Way Home, it was brilliant to see Matt Murdock suit up as Daredevil inShe-Hulk: Attorney at Law. In the 2022 series,Murdock sported a brand-new yellow-and-red costume that took inspiration from his very first outfit in Marvel Comics, which was a fantastic call-back. This also sawDaredevil partner up with Tatiana Maslany’s Jennifer Walters, a.k.a. She-Hulk, with the pair fighting through Leapfrog’s goons to save their captive fashion designer - which seems like a storyline ripped straight out of Marvel Comics.
Matt Murdock has had a number of love interests in his MCU history, including Elektra Natchios, Claire Temple, Karen Page and Jennifer Walters, whileDaredevil: Born Againis expected to debut another in the form of Margarita Levieva’s Heather Glenn.
This fight culminated in She-Hulk and Daredevil engaging in some steamy extracurricular activities, which was a hilarious development in both of their stories in the MCU. It would be great for this to be addressed inDaredevil: Born Again, perhaps even with acameo from Jennifer Walters' She-Hulk, who may be visiting New York to reconnect with Murdock. Whatever the future holds for their relationship,it was great to see Daredevil back in action in the MCU, four years after he’d last been seen in full costume.
4Daredevil Fights Bullseye At Clinton Church
Daredevil Season 3, Episode 10, “Karen”
Daredevilseason 3 was certainly the most dramatic and intense chapter in Matt Murdock’s life so far, as Kingpin setpsychopathic FBI agent Benjamin Poindexterout to defame the Man Without Fear.Poindexter masqueraded as Daredevil and committed some heinous crimes, leading to a duel between Wilson Bethel’s villain and the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen at the Clinton Church. This exhilarating and memorable battle tragically began with the brutal murder of Father Lantom, and culminated in both Murdock and Poindexter being injured.
It’s the striking visuals of this battle that make it even more powerful, as the entire scene is doused in a red light that enhances every nook and cranny of the Clinton Church while barely illuminating Daredevil and Bullseye. What’s even more exciting is that this battle may be addressed directly inDaredevil: Born Again, asWilson Bethel is returning as Bullseye afterDaredevilseason 3 teased his enhancements. The duel at the Clinton Church is one of thebest moments in the entireDaredevilseries, and will be hard for any scene inDaredevil: Born Againto match.
3Matt Murdock Discusses Daredevil With Foggy Nelson
Daredevil Season 1, Episode 10, “Nelson V. Murdock”
Most of Matt Murdock’s best scenes have included moments of heated action while he’s been operating as Daredevil, but this scene was the complete opposite. After becoming seriously injured during his battle with Nobu, Matt Murdock reveals his hidden identity to his best friend and business partner,Elden Henson’s Franklin “Foggy” Nelson.This leads to an episode-long discussion between Nelson and Murdock that contributes to one of the strongest episodes of theDaredevilseries, as it’s stripped-back, but gives the viewer important backstory and pushes the present day story forward massively.
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This could have easily marked the end of the friendship between Matt Murdock and Foggy Nelson, but, while they went through ups and downs after the truth was revealed, the pair are now stronger than ever.Murdock revealing his secret identity to Karen Page at the end ofDaredevilseason 2 didn’t quite pack the same emotional punch, as there is a great deal more history between Murdock and Nelson. It will be great to see Henson and Deborah Ann Woll return asNelson and Page inDaredevil: Born Again, perhaps leading to some similarly-emotional scenes such as this.
2Daredevil Survives Midland Circle
The Defenders Episode 8, “The Defenders”
Matt Murdock’s Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Danny Rand’s Iron Fist came together in2017’sThe Defendersas a reluctant superhero team, brought together by their connections to the Hand. Their investigation of the ancient organization leads them into battle against the Hand’s new leader and the Black Sky, the resurrected Elektra Natchios, among the dragon bones in the caves underneath the Midland Circle building.When most of the Hand’s soldiers are eliminated, Murdock sends the others to safety to stay behind and try to get through to his former love.
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Matt Murdock and Elektra are together as explosives destroy Midland Circle, leaving Murdock presumed dead by the other Defenders and the rest of the world. It was a great relief when Murdock was revealed to still be alive, and this raised hopes thatElektra could have also survived, while other members of the Hand could have, too.This could set up a strong story forDaredevil: Born Again, thoughDaredevilseason 3 seemed to forget all about the Hand. Murdock’s survival and recovery proves just how strong he is, which teases more powerful events inBorn Again.
1Matt Murdock Escapes Prison
Daredevil Season 3, Episode 4, “Blindsided”
In Netflix’s Defenders Saga,Daredevilbecame famous for producing long-take fight scenes, which were all incredible and put Matt Murdock’s impressive skillset on full display.While season 1’s hallway fight against the Russians was exhilarating, and season 2’s Dogs of Hell stairway battle was intense, season 3 took the top spot. Clocking in at a whopping11 minutes with no cuts, Matt Murdock’s escape from prisonafter speaking to Jasper Evans, who had information on Wilson Fisk, was remarkable and worthy of being seen on the big-screen rather than simply on Netflix.
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Matt Murdock, not in his Daredevil guise, battles prison inmates and corrupt guards with the help of the Albanians, who are also working to bringWilson Fisk’s Kingpindown. The lengthy and exhausting battle ends with Murdock getting into a mysterious cab and being driven off a dock, but he also survives this, allowing him to continue his fight against Kingpin.This entire sequence inDaredevilseason 3 set a new and very high standard for Daredevil’s stories in the MCU, though it will likely be very hard for any scene inDaredevil: Born Againto have the same impact.
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Daredevil: Born Again follows blind lawyer Matt Murdock, who uses his heightened abilities to pursue justice in New York. As he manages a bustling law firm, former mob boss Wilson Fisk navigates political ambitions, leading both men toward a confrontation as their pasts resurface.
