Krysten Ritter is officially set to reprise her role as Jessica Jones in the second season of the Disney+ series Daredevil: Born Again, a revelation made during Disney’s Upfront presentation in New York City. Rumors surrounding her return have been circulating for months, fueled by her presence in New York earlier this year, although she was busy shooting episodes for Showtime’s Dexter: Resurrection.
Expressing her enthusiasm, Ritter stated, “It is so great to be back. Returning to Jessica after three seasons, and the Defenders and now joining the MCU. I am so excited to bring back this iconic character. Without giving too much away… there’s much in store for Jessica Jones – this is going to be an incredible season.”
Ritter’s portrayal of Jessica Jones first captivated audiences in the Netflix series, which ran from 2015 to 2019 and shared a universe with Daredevil. Charlie Cox, who plays Matt Murdock, also shared his excitement about the upcoming season, noting that Season 1 of Daredevil: Born Again was well-received. He mentioned that Season 2 is heading in a bold direction and highlighted the long-awaited return of his iconic black Daredevil suit.
In the dramatic Season 1 finale, viewers were left with a tense scenario featuring Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk, also known as Kingpin, tightening his grip on New York City. Matt Murdock, now back in his signature red ensemble, is determined to reclaim the city, alongside allies like Karen and Frank Castle, aka The Punisher.
This return of familiar characters and intertwining storylines offers fans a compelling continuation of the narrative, blending nostalgia with fresh developments. The excitement around these returning heroes hints at a vibrant season ahead for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.