Krysten Ritter (44) Slips Back Into Jessica Jones’ Legendary Leather Jacket
New York’s Hell’s Kitchen just got a familiar visitor back. Krysten Ritter is stepping into the role of Jessica Jones once again for Season 2 of Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again, bringing the hard-drinking, super-powered detective back to the streets fans have loved for years.
One of the standout features of her return is the character’s signature black leather jacket.
Ritter shared a behind-the-scenes look at the costume, revealing that she kept her original jacket from the Netflix Marvel series and worked with the costume designer on a new version to keep the look consistent. She kept the original jacket from the Netflix Marvel Era and collaborated with the costume designer on the new one. Ensuring the character’s history and resilience remain visible on screen.
Krysten Ritter is back in Jessica Jones' iconic leather jacket.
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The jacket itself is a classic motorcycle style with worn, textured black leather, wide lapels, and silver zippers that give it a tough, edgy vibe. It’s paired with distressed jeans and heavy combat boots, completing Jessica’s grounded, street-level hero look. The outfit represents her reluctance to be a hero, acting more as protective armor than a costume.
Ritter’s return is an exciting moment for the Marvel franchise, reintroducing a fan-favorite character to a new generation. Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 is now streaming on Disney+, and fans can see Jessica Jones in action alongside Charlie Cox’s Daredevil, Vincent D’Onofrio’s Wilson Fisk, and other familiar faces from the previous shows.
Outside of Marvel, Ritter continues to expand her career. She stars in the sci-fi thriller series Orphan Black: Echoes and works behind the camera as a director and producer. Her production company, Silent Machine, focuses on projects featuring strong female leads. Ritter also authored the psychological thriller Bonfire, adding author to her list of creative achievements.
Ritter has often spoken about her connection to Jessica Jones. “Jessica represents a different kind of hero, one who is beautifully messy, deeply flawed, and profoundly human,” she said. This return shows that connection is still strong and resonates with fans who have followed her journey since the original series.
With Daredevil: Born Again weaving in characters from previous shows, including Jon Bernthal’s Punisher and Elden Henson’s Foggy Nelson, Jessica Jones’ presence is a reminder that the street-level heroes are central to the MCU’s future stories.
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