Marvel's Punisher Special 'One Last Kill' Launches on Disney+

Marvel released a new special presentation titled "The Punisher: One Last Kill" on Disney+. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and written by star Jon Bernthal, the 50‑minute film follows Frank Castle (Bernthal) as he grapples with purpose after the events of Daredevil: Born Again, setting up his return to the MCU ahead of the upcoming Spider‑Man: Brand New Day.

Critical response was divided. One review praised the special’s dark, visceral storytelling, strong performances—especially Bernthal’s portrayal—and its effective re‑introduction of the character. Another review criticized the plot as a “bummer,” calling the gratuitous dog‑killing scene manipulative, the pacing rushed, and the timeline unclear within the broader MCU continuity.