The Defenders
The MCU ’s desegregation of Netflix’sThe Defenderscharacters could require some degree of soft - rebooting , but there are some look that require to be left unchanged for their return to piece of work . The cancelation of Marvel ’s Netflix shows seemed like bad news program for rooter of Daredevil , Jessica Jones , Luke Cage , Iron Fist , and the Punisher . However , Marvel Studios has proved that it was all for a good crusade , as these characters can now link up the Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during the Multiverse Saga .
Daredevil ’s purpose inSpider - Man : No Way Homeand Kingpin ’s return inHawkeyesignaled the reintroduction of Netflix’sDefenderscharacters in the MCU . presently after , Charlie Cox ’s Matt Murdock had a bigger function inShe - Hulk : Attorney At Law , which serve as a overture to the hero ’s star role in the MCU’sDaredevil : give birth Again . Now , Jon Bernthal ’s Punisher is confirmed to return in the same series , and expectations are in high spirits on Jessica Jones ' possible MCU appearance . While Marvel Studios could make some changes to Netflix ’s Marvel characters in Holy Order to facilitate them meet the MCU , there are some elements the franchise call for to preserve .
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Abandoning Luke Cage Would Hurt Jessica Jones’ Backstory
Netflix’sLuke Cagedidn’t gain as much popularity asDaredevilorJessica Jones , which could prompt Marvel Studios to pull up stakes Mike Colter ’s bulletproof hero behind . However , ifKrysten Ritter ’s Jessica Jones joins the MCU , Luke Cage ’s absence would take an important part of Jones ' story with it . Before cause his own Netflix show , Luke Cage helped Jessica Jones defeat Kilgrave and supported her emotionally throughout the process . Although their romantic relationship go through some rasping patches , Luke Cage helps Jessica make do with her trauma while she helps him overcome the loss of his wife — a tragedy she had a bridge player in .
A Defenders Retcon Would Affect Every Netflix Character
Marvel’sDefendersensemble show tried to replicate the legerdemain of the MCU’sAvengersmovies , but it failed to capture their reach . TheDefendersdeviated from the previous shows ' little - reach premises to undertake a city - wide confederacy involving perpetual living , an secret dragon skeleton that threatens with destroying New York City , and the shady ninja establishment The Hand . After Netflix ’s crossover voter series was meet with a lukewarm reception , Marvel Studios may want to make some variety to its role in MCU continuity .
However , Netflix and Marvel’sThe Defendersfeatured various fundamental moments that heavily determine every Marvel Netflix character ’s journey . For instance , Sigourney Weaver ’s Alexandra Reid resurrect Elektra Natchios , whose circumstances becomes uncertain after Daredevil ’s near - death experience in theDefendersfinale . Likewise , Daredevil ’s wise man and the Defenders ' Nick Fury eq Stick dies , Misty Knight miss her branch , Jessica Jones and Luke Cage amend their human relationship , and Matt Murdock has a crisis of faith that finally help him defeat Kingpin inDaredevilseason 3 .
Karen Page And Foggie Nelson Are Better Left Unchanged
Deborah Ann Woll ’s Karen Page and Elden Henson ’s Foggy Nelson are notably missing fromDaredevil : Born Again ’s list of confirmed characters . Their absence is alarming , as Matt Murdock ’s skilful friends are as important to Daredevil ’s story as Matt himself . Karen and Foggy were the masterminds in Kingpin ’s defeat , andJon Bernthal ’s pass Punisherconsiders Karen Page the only soul he can call a friend .
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To Matt Murdock , Foggy Nelson and Karen Page are both allies , colleague , friends , and class , and he could n’t attain half of his law-breaking - fighting feats without their livelihood . disregard Daredevil ’s friends would take off a important part of his story , and remodel the role would outstrip the MCU too much from the emotional foundations base by Marvel ’s Netflix show . IfDaredevil : Born Againcan’t include these two lineament , postponing their reintroduction for a future Daredevil appearing would be wise .
Punisher And Kingpin’s Violent Acts Are Difficult To Ignore
The incorporation of Marvel ’s Netflix characters into the MCU comes with some side core , including the recasting of character like Ayeley Zurer ’s Vanessa and the lower amount of panel and violence in the MCU ’s Daredevil - adjacent shows . Hawkeyealready gaveVincent D’Onofrio ’s MCU Kingpinsome tweak by strengthen down his R - rat violent tendency , but there is only so much Marvel studio apartment can do to overlook Kingpin and the Punisher ’s bloodlust . Instead of ignoring the skeleton in their cupboard , the MCU could address their past criminal offence without move too deep into the details . As for their MCU future , Marvel Studios could subtly imply fresh violent bit to keep their appearance from gaining an R rating .
Leaving Out Colleen Wing And Misty Knight Would Be A Mistake
The MCU could easy limit its returning character to Daredevil , Kingpin , Jessica Jones , and the Punisher and bequeath the rest of Marvel ’s Netflix lore behind . However , supporting character reference like Colleen Wing and Misty Knight have a huge untapped potential the MCU could utilize to develop its street - level stories . Iron Fistseason 2 terminate with Jessica Henwick’sColleen Wing accepting the Iron Fist ’s powerand Misty Knight embrace her prosthetic weapon . Considering their mirthful book story as the crime - fight back duo"Daughters of the Dragon " , Colleen Wing and Misty Knight have a promising future as an MCU team .
Iron Fist And Trish Walker Are Fair Play
Some of the most controversial office of Marvel ’s Netflix show are Finn Jones ' Iron Fist and Rachael Taylor ’s Trish Walker . Netflix’sIron Fistfailed to captivate consultation due to its lack of military action , sluggish pacing , and its refusal to grow Danny Rand ’s superhero theatrical role . Similarly , Trish Walker dragged downJessica Jonesseason 2 and became an irreclaimable and boundary line insufferable character inJessica Jonesseason 3 . But besides the negative impact Iron Fist and Trish Walker had on their several Marvel ’s Netflix shows , their muted influence on their corner of the live - action Marvel Universe makes it easier for Marvel Studios to retcon their fib or ignore them altogether .
Netflix ’s hated Trish Walkerand Danny Rand ’s lack of superhero personas can also be an reward for their MCU counterpart . If they ever conjoin the Marvel Cinematic Universe , next shows could focus on their arcs as the mask superheroes Iron Fist and Hellcat , which were massively underdeveloped in Marvel’sThe Defendersfranchise . In Iron Fist ’s case , the MCU could even replace Danny Rand with Lin Lie , the unexampled protector of K’un - Lun who has been go up in popularity in Marvel Comics .
