Marvel’s Netflix stars are making a strong comeback, and fans are excited to see them take on their famous roles once again.
One of the most talked-about returns is Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher. He will appear in Daredevil: Born Again, which is set to premiere next week on Disney+. However, this is not the only project in which he will play The Punisher.
Bernthal will also star in his own special presentation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). According to The Hollywood Reporter, this new Punisher project will be released on Disney+ in 2026, along with the second season of Daredevil: Born Again. This news has thrilled fans, as it confirms that Bernthal’s version of The Punisher will continue to play an important role in the MCU.
In addition to acting, Bernthal will also take on a new challenge by making his screenwriting debut. He will co-write the untitled Punisher project with Reinaldo Marcus Green, who directed We Own This City. Their past collaboration was highly praised, which has raised expectations for this new project.
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Busy Schedule for Bernthal in the Coming Years
Many people were surprised to hear that Bernthal’s Punisher special would be released in 2026. His schedule is packed with several major projects, which raises questions about how everything will fit together.
One of the reasons this news is unexpected is that Bernthal has been cast in The Odyssey, the upcoming film by Christopher Nolan. This movie recently began filming and is expected to continue shooting in different locations around the world throughout 2025.
At the same time, Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 will begin filming very soon. Since Bernthal’s Punisher is already confirmed for Season 1, he will likely appear in the second season.
Marvel Studios is also getting ready to start production on Avengers: Doomsday in just a few months. This movie is scheduled to be released on May 1, 2026. With all these projects happening at the same time, it remains unclear when Bernthal will film his Punisher special. However, based on the current plans, fans can expect to see it in 2026.
Bernthal Joins Ben Affleck for an Exciting Action Thriller
Before Bernthal’s Punisher project arrives, he will return to the big screen in The Accountant 2, an action thriller in which he will star alongside Ben Affleck. This movie is the sequel to the 2016 hit film and is set to be released in theaters on April 25, 2025. J.K. Simmons has also been confirmed to be part of the cast.
Fans will not have to wait long to see Bernthal in action, as he will also appear in The Amateur, a spy thriller starring Rami Malek. This film will hit theaters on April 11, 2025. The movie was written by Ken Nolan and Gary Spinelli and directed by James Hawes.
Marvel’s Future Looks Exciting
Daredevil: Born Again will premiere on Disney+ on March 4. Bernthal’s Punisher special is expected to be released next year. Fans should stay tuned for more updates on Daredevil, The Punisher, and other upcoming Marvel projects.
