Charlie Cox recently shared insights about his role in the upcoming series Daredevil: Born Again in an interview, revealing both his excitement and concerns regarding certain storylines. Despite appreciating the show’s new ensemble-driven direction, Cox expressed his discontent with a particular episode titled “With Interest,” which involves a bank heist.
In his conversation with The Playlist, Cox was candid about his reservations, stating, “Just for my money, I wasn’t into it. I didn’t like it. It was my least favorite of the episodes.” He criticized the concept of a bank heist in a modern setting, suggesting that it feels outdated and out of touch with current technology advancements. He particularly took issue with the fictional theft device used in the episode, deeming it too simplistic.
Interestingly, despite his personal distaste for the episode, Cox acknowledged its popularity among audiences, noting, “I hear from so many people that they love that episode.” This highlights an important aspect of television production—audience reception can vary significantly from the creators’ intentions, evidenced by the episode ranking as one of the highest-rated among viewers.
Cox’s reflections were part of a broader discussion about the creative journey of Daredevil: Born Again, especially after the show faced disruptions due to the WGA and SAG strikes. Following these events, a new pilot and finale were developed, with numerous scenes reshot under the guidance of new showrunner Dario Scardapane. Cox lauded Scardapane and the Marvel team for adeptly navigating these changes, describing the process as a “Frankenstein-ed” reconstruction of the series.
The actor praised the current season’s emphasis on character development, noting that lesser-focused characters have received more depth, making the ensemble feel richer than in past iterations. He praised the quality of the scripts as “some of the best writing we’ve ever had on this show,” which raises expectations for viewers eagerly awaiting the second season, currently in production.
This honest discourse from Cox not only shows his commitment to the integrity of the character and story but also indicates a positive evolving landscape for the series that promises to enrich the Daredevil narrative. As the production progresses, fans can hope for a dynamic mix of beloved characters and fresh story arcs that resonate with contemporary themes.