(episode review) [STREAMING] - Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2: Episode 4

 

Episode 4 opens with Benjamin Poindexter moving through a quiet, almost methodical routine—making breakfast, getting in some light exercise, even leaving food out for his landlord’s cat. It’s calm, controlled… and deeply unsettling once you remember who he is. This all leads into the diner sequence teased in the trailer, where he arrives—and, notably, leaves without incident.

That said, the trailer definitely cherry-picked the most intense moments, because the full scene plays out with far more restraint. Once Bullseye exits, the episode shifts focus back to Karen Page and Matt Murdock as they begin interviewing the hostages. It’s here that the legal side of things starts to take shape, with Karen eventually bringing in attorney Kirsten McDuffie to help strengthen their position.

Matt, of course, takes things a step further. His investigation leads him straight to Bullseye, culminating in a brutal and incredibly well-choreographed fight inside Bullseye’s apartment. It’s one of the standout moments of the episode—raw, intense, and very much in line with what fans expect from Daredevil at his best.

What makes it more interesting is Bullseye’s mindset. He genuinely claims to be one of the “good guys,” and as the episode unfolds, it becomes clear that he’s working towards a larger plan. By the end, that plan is set into motion—or at least appears to be—leaving things on a very tense note.

One thing I’ve really come to appreciate about Daredevil: Born Again is how it carries over the grounded tone of the Netflix series while clearly benefiting from a bigger budget and more stylistic confidence. There’s a noticeable flair to it now, and New York feels more alive—almost like a character in its own right. You see everyday people reacting through video clips, sharing opinions, taking sides on vigilantes, Fisk, Daredevil—it all adds texture to the world. There’s even a layer of real-world reflection woven in, reinforcing that “art imitates life” idea.

This episode strikes a strong balance between drama and action, and honestly, it feels closer to what Season 1 of Born Again should have been from the start. That said, looking back, you can see what they were aiming for—and with how this episode ends, the title feels very fitting: All Gloves Are Off.

If I had one criticism, it’s that some of the plot points feel a bit too telegraphed. You can see certain developments coming from a mile away, which takes away a bit of the tension. It doesn’t ruin the experience, but it does hold it back slightly from being truly unpredictable.

Still, this is a strong episode—and a clear sign that the series is finding its footing.

(trailer review) - Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2

 

I’ve been locked into this show.

If you’ve been following my blog—or just following me in general—you’ll already know how much I rate the original Daredevil series on Netflix, and honestly, the wider Defenders “saga” as a whole. Not every show hit the same level, but that’s expected. Daredevil came out the gate strong, and while Season 2 is a bit divisive (despite introducing The Punisher), Season 3 brought things right back with Bullseye—who, if we’re being real, is one of Daredevil’s best antagonists. A man with perfect aim versus a man who can’t see? It just works.

Now, Daredevil: Born Again feels like it’s really finding its footing. The build-up has been strong, and this Season 2 trailer is proof of that. The release strategy has helped too—dropping Episode 1 on its own, then Episodes 2 and 3 back-to-back as a companion piece worked really well. But this trailer? It takes things up another level. It leans heavily into Bullseye’s chaos, his precision, and just how unhinged he really is—and with Jessica Jones now entering the mix, I genuinely can’t wait for what’s coming next.

The trailer opens with Benjamin Poindexter casually walking into a diner and ordering a banana milkshake. It’s quiet, controlled… until it isn’t. The AVTF suddenly storm in, and when one officer clocks who he’s dealing with, there’s a brilliant dolly zoom moment (one of my favourite shots) as the realisation hits—this is Bullseye. What follows is quick, brutal, and efficient. He takes them all out without hesitation, then calmly walks out, leaving behind his signature mark on the diner doors.

From there, the scale widens. We see Daredevil standing on the Brooklyn Bridge as unrest brews across the city. There are shots of Matt Murdock and Karen Page leaving what looks like a courthouse, while public opinion seems increasingly divided—some people even appearing to support Daredevil, masks in hand and on their heads. 

There are quieter character moments too—Matt and Karen sitting down together, Vanessa framed in a cold, blue-lit shot holding a gun, and Bullseye stepping out of a mansion with that unsettling smile. Matt is also seen entering a courtroom, reinforcing that constant duality between his legal life and his vigilante role.

Then the tone shifts again. The music builds, cuts—and we hear Jessica Jones: “They showed up at my house… with my daughter there.” Matt asks, “You hurt?” Her response: “I’m pissed.” From that point, it’s chaos. Jessica is tearing through AVTF agents in a warehouse, throwing one across the room and smashing through another. We get rapid cuts—Bullseye launching projectiles with deadly precision, Wilson Fisk in the middle of a brutal fight (possibly against Bullseye, though it’s hard to say for sure), Karen behind bars, and what looks like a large-scale conflict involving figures dressed in red—whether that’s The Hand or something else entirely remains unclear.

There are flashes of what seems to be the classic hallway-style fight, Daredevil taking on multiple AVTF agents, and a moment where two officers rip off his mask—seemingly exposing Matt Murdock.

The trailer closes in a frenzy of quick cuts: the psychiatrist, Bullseye throwing daggers, Karen fighting back, explosions, and Fisk looking very pleased with himself.

Then we get the final exchange. "It’s going to be a bloodbath,” Daredevil says. Jessica responds: “Then this should be tons of fun.” And honestly? That pretty much sums it up.

This trailer is intense, focused, and full of promise. If the series delivers on even half of what’s shown here, we’re in for something special.

(episode review) [STREAMING] - Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2: Episode 1

 

We’ve come a long way to get here.

From the fan campaigns and constant push to bring Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio back as Matt Murdock and Wilson Fisk, to finally seeing them fully re-established in this world—it’s been a journey. While Born Again Season 1 felt like a bit of a mish-mash at times—visually, structurally, and in its overall flow—this first episode of Season 2 feels like a real course correction. In fact, by the end of the episode, I was so caught off guard that I actually shouted out loud. That rarely happens.

Usually, before a new season drops, I like to go back and rewatch the previous one. Sure, you can get a 20-minute recap on YouTube, but there’s something about revisiting the world and characters properly that hits differently. I didn’t have time to do that here, but thankfully, the episode does a great job of grounding you. Visually and sonically, it feels familiar—carrying over elements from Season 1, which itself echoed the Netflix era—but everything feels more refined, more confident. It’s an upgrade.

The episode opens with Daredevil infiltrating a ship, taking out guards in a sequence that gave me real Captain America: The Winter Soldier vibes. It’s slick, controlled, and intense. But things escalate quickly—once the captain realises what’s happening, he sinks the ship.

That single act sets off a chain reaction.

We soon learn that the sinking has created a major situation, prompting Wilson Fisk to bring in Mr. Charles to handle the fallout while he personally hunts down both the captain and his first mate. At the same time, Fisk spins the narrative—placing the blame squarely on Daredevil and Karen Page.

Meanwhile, Matt and Karen are trying to track down those same individuals to secure their testimonies and clear their names. But with both of them now labelled as terrorists—and the Anti-Vigilante Task Force actively rounding up heroes and vigilantes—the pressure is mounting. Matt, in particular, is feeling it. You can see the strain as he tries to protect the people around him while everything closes in.

What really stood out in this episode is how much it leans into what worked best before. The storytelling feels tighter, and the visual language is much closer to the tone fans loved from the Netflix series—just elevated with a bigger budget. You can see where that extra investment is going.

There are some really nice creative touches here too. One of my favourites—returning from Season 1—is the use of a dolly zoom when Matt sharpens his senses to focus in on specific sounds. In this episode, it’s used again to great effect, and paired with subtle aspect ratio changes, it creates a genuinely striking moment.

The fight sequences are another highlight—visceral, cleanly shot, and easy to follow. You’re never lost in the action, which makes every hit feel that much more impactful.

Another improvement is how the show is handling its supporting cast. Characters like BB and the psychiatrist are getting more focus, helping to flesh out the world beyond just Matt and Fisk. It gives the story more depth—and if anything, it raises the stakes. Expanding the spotlight like this often means not everyone is making it out alive.

If this first episode is anything to go by, Season 2 is already on much stronger footing—and I’m very interested to see where it goes next.