‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season Finale: Ending & Post-Credits Scene Explained
The first season of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ wrapped up with a bang, delivering a finale that left us stunned and eager for more. Matt Murdock’s battle against Wilson Fisk’s iron grip on New York City hit a fever pitch, with intense action and emotional stakes that kept us glued to the screen.
A single post-credits scene capped off the episode, hinting at where the story might head next. It’s a brief but powerful moment that sets up exciting possibilities for the MCU, especially for one fan-favorite character.
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season Finale Ending Explained
Matt Murdock, played by Charlie Cox, fully embraces his Daredevil persona by the end of season one. He’s been battered—physically and emotionally—after taking a bullet to save his nemesis, Wilson Fisk, portrayed by Vincent D’Onofrio. Fisk, now mayor, tightens his control over New York, declaring martial law and an 8 p.m. curfew to crush vigilantes. The city plunges into chaos as power outages spark riots.
Daredevil refuses to back down. He gathers a small resistance group, including Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll), Josie, and a few honest cops, to fight Fisk’s corrupt Anti-Vigilante Task Force. Matt’s rallying cry—‘Resist, rebel, rebuild’—sets the stage for a gritty underground war in season two, with New York as the battleground.
The finale shows Fisk at his most dangerous, fully reverting to his Kingpin persona. His public mask is gone, and he’s surrounded by loyal but brutal cops who misuse the Punisher’s skull logo. Matt’s decision to lead a rebellion feels like a bold, desperate stand against an unstoppable force.
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Post-Credits Scene Explained
The mid-credits scene shifts focus to Frank Castle, the Punisher, played by Jon Bernthal. Locked in a cage in Fisk’s secret Red Hook prison alongside other vigilantes like Swordsman (Tony Dalton), Frank doesn’t stay down for long. He tricks a guard into reaching through the bars, snaps his arm, and grabs the keys to escape.
This moment isn’t just about Frank breaking free—it’s a clear setup for the upcoming ‘The Punisher’ special presentation, set to air on Disney+ in 2026. Bernthal is not only starring but also co-writing the project, which will likely explore Frank’s war against the corrupt cops who’ve adopted his symbol.
The scene leaves us wondering if Frank will free the other prisoners, like Swordsman, or go solo on his mission. Either way, it promises a bloody, action-packed story that could tie back to ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ season two, especially since both projects are filming in New York.
What’s Next for ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season Two
Season two of ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ is already in production, with filming underway in New York City for a 2026 release. The finale’s cliffhanger suggests a darker, more chaotic Hell’s Kitchen, where Matt’s resistance will face off against Fisk’s near-dictatorial rule. Executive producer Sana Amanat has teased ‘crazy sequences’ and a fresh take on the city, hinting at new characters or locations.
Bullseye, played by Wilson Bethel, remains a loose end. After shooting at Fisk in the finale, he vanishes into the shadows, last seen in a montage hiding out in an apartment. His vendetta against Fisk and Matt could make him a wildcard in the next season, especially with his comic-accurate enhanced abilities.
We’re also curious about potential crossovers. While Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, and Danny Rand didn’t appear in the finale, the mention of Spider-Man’s vigilante activities in New York opens the door for a possible team-up in 2026’s ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ Matt’s growing alliance could pull in more street-level heroes to challenge Fisk’s empire.