The Marvel Cinematic Universe just got a lot more gritty. Krysten Ritter, known for her fierce and complex portrayal of Jessica Jones in the Marvel-Netflix era, is officially returning to the role in ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2.
Fans who have long campaigned for the return of the no-nonsense private investigator have finally gotten their wish, and Ritter herself couldn’t be happier.
“It’s Gritty, It’s Big”: Krysten Ritter Teases A Bold New Tone For Jessica’s Return
In an interview with ScreenRant, Krysten Ritter finally broke her silence about putting Jessica’s boots back on and stepping once more into the MCU. The sentiment was clear, heartfelt, and exciting for longtime followers of the Defenders-era characters. “It’s very exciting. I am very thrilled to be back in Jessica’s boots,” Ritter said. “There’s more story for her, and it’s really exciting.”
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One of the burning questions for fans has been whether Disney+ can match the mature, street-level tone that defined the Netflix Marvel shows. “Oh, it’s gritty. It feels big, too,” Ritter assured fans. She praised the crew and described her experience on set as amazing, highlighting just how seamless the transition felt, even after six years away from the role.
Perhaps the most touching part of her reflection came when she described the emotional impact of her first day back. “It was as if no time had passed. Like, my first day, I was looking around like we’re back.” The chemistry between Ritter and Charlie Cox is also something fans are looking forward to reigniting. Ritter admitted she couldn’t share specific story details but noted how creatively fulfilling it was. “It’s just what a big, big banner year I’m having. I think the fans are going to be very, very thrilled. We’re doing some cool stuff.”
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 Production Details
In an exciting production update, ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ showrunner Dario Scardapane confirmed via Instagram that filming for Season 2 has officially wrapped. After four months of intensive shooting across New York City, Scardapane’s post was a celebratory sendoff to everyone involved in making the season a reality.
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“And that is a WRAP on Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again. Thank you to all who made this something truly special,” Scardapane wrote, listing the cast and crew. Among those thanked were series veterans Charlie Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Deborah Ann Woll, as well as newcomers like Michael Gandolfini and Matt Lillard, alongside Ritter, of course.
According to reports, the season will consist of eight episodes, and plans for Season 3 are already underway. Marvel Television head Brad Winderbaum recently hinted at a shift in strategy, moving towards serialized storytelling with consistent annual releases. So, basically, the MCU is returning to the model that made the Defenders-verse successful in the first place.
This could be a sign that Marvel is fully committed to giving characters like Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Iron Fist a new life under the Disney+ banner. While there’s still no confirmation on the return of Mike Colter or Finn Jones, the door is clearly wide open for further reunions. So, when Ritter says, “We’re back,” it doesn’t just signal Jessica’s return; it signals the revival of a part of Marvel’s storytelling DNA that fans have been missing.
