The return of Jon Bernthal's Punisher in a Disney+ special may push the MCU's limits on cold brutality. Bernthal promises his Punisher will maintain its dark tone and complexity, assuring fans of a faithful adaptation. Bernthal's portrayal of the Punisher is highly acclaimed, giving fans hope for the character's future in the MCU.

Jon Bernthal is back as the Punisher in the newly released Disney+ series Daredevil: Born Again and is opening up about the upcoming special centered entirely on the antihero. Bernthal first began playing Frank Castle/Punisher,

Charlie Cox has revealed new information about the Punisher's return in Daredevil: Born Again that raises excitement for Jon Bernthal's MCU spinoff.

Daredevil: Born Again star Jon Bernthal has shared new details about The Punisher's upcoming Special Presentation, hinting at a very dark, very violent story revolving around Frank Castle. Check it out!

It’s so exciting.” Bernthal has felt a strong affinity for the character since assuming the Punisher mantle in the second season of Netflix’s Daredevil, which led to two seasons of a spin-off series on the streamer.

Marvel Television has announced a standalone special feature for The Punisher on Disney+. Starring Jon Bernthal, the show is set to premiere in early 2026. Bernthal will also reprise his role as Frank Castle in Daredevil: Born Again.

It’s going to be dark; Frank has no interest in breaking it will not be Punisher-lite, I promise you that," says Bernthal on his Daredevil spin-off.