Krysten Ritter is set to reprise her role as Jessica Jones in the highly anticipated second season of "Daredevil: Born Again." The announcement came during Disney's Upfront presentation in New York, as reported by Variety. This news comes after months of speculation and rumors about the possible return of the Netflix Defenders to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
Ritter, joined by her co-star Charlie Cox, who plays Daredevil, shared her enthusiasm on stage. "It’s so great to be back, returning to Jessica after three seasons and The Defenders and now joining the MCU," Ritter exclaimed. "I’m so excited to bring back this iconic character, and without giving too much away, there is much more in store for Jessica Jones. This is going to be an incredible season!"
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Ritter first brought Jessica Jones to life in the 2015 premiere of the character's Netflix series. Following two additional seasons and the team-up in "The Defenders," the future of Ritter's portrayal seemed uncertain as Netflix's Marvel programming era came to a close. However, Disney's reacquisition of the rights to certain characters in 2021, including Jessica Jones, reignited hopes for her return.
Charlie Cox's return in "Spider-Man: No Way Home" and his own series, "Daredevil: Born Again," fueled speculation about the revival project serving as a platform for other Netflix heroes. With Jon Bernthal's Punisher playing a key role in the first season, Ritter's return for Season 2 aligns perfectly.
Ritter's last appearance as Jessica Jones was in the third season, which aired in 2019. Her comments at the upfront presentation hint at a broader future for the character within the MCU, although for now, fans can look forward to her presence in "Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2. While a release date has not been confirmed, showrunner Dario Scardapane has indicated that more episodes are expected in March 2026.
For more insights, you can explore our 8/10 review of the first season of the "Daredevil" revival, as well as our reviews of "Jessica Jones" seasons 1, 2, and 3. Additionally, find out about other street-level heroes who might make an appearance in "Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2.
