Daredevil: Born Again will reportedly conclude with its upcoming third season, and showrunner Dario Scardapane has departed the project during its post-production phase, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The decision to end the series after its third season was reportedly made by Disney following the completion of production.
Sources have indicated that Scardapane's exit has left the show without a clear leader for its final stages. Daredevil: Born Again Season 3 is currently slated for a 2027 release. It remains unclear whether the series was officially canceled or if this marks the planned conclusion of its narrative arc.
While the show's ratings were not a standout success, it received praise from critics and fans, particularly in comparison to other recent Marvel television entries. Disney has been re-evaluating its Marvel series output following a period of mixed reception. The studio is still developing a select number of shows, with VisionQuest scheduled for release on October 14 and other projects like the spy series Zodiac reportedly in development.
This news follows the earlier cancellation of Wonder Man, which had been previously greenlit for a second season. The future of Daredevil himself within the Marvel Cinematic Universe remains a topic of speculation, with fans hoping for a film appearance, especially after his cameo in Spider-Man: No Way Home. A potential crossover with Spider-Man in future street-level narratives could be a significant draw.
This is not the first time the character's television tenure has been cut short after a third season. The original Daredevil series, which aired on Netflix, was canceled in 2018 after its critically acclaimed third season. The planned fourth season never materialized due to various factors, including Disney's focus on its own streaming service. The return of Daredevil on Disney+ was met with excitement, particularly for its continuation of the established narrative and its signature dark tone.