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In early May 2026, showrunner Dario Scardapane announced that Production for Season 3 of *Daredevil: Born Again* would expand its villain roster beyond Wilson Fisk, teasing Bullseye and new foes linked to a CIA-run program headed by Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. By mid-May, Iman Vellani (Ms. Marvel) was photographed on the New York set, sparking crossover speculation. Wilson Bethel subsequently shared images of Bullseye’s upgraded armor, which features elements suggesting a link to Red Room technology. In late June, leaks confirmed the return of Elektra Natchios (Élodie Yung) in a more comic-accurate, red-dominant costume. Filming footage showed her performing action sequences with Charlie Cox, who was seen in a new bicolour red-and-black suit. Showrunner Scardapane described the upcoming arc as "Frank Miller-esque" and confirmed the return of several Netflix-era characters, including Luke Cage, Danny Rand, Jessica Jones, and Kingpin. Additionally, Finn Jones hinted at potential mystical storylines for Danny Rand and a broader Defenders reunion. On 23 July 2026, Marvel Studios released official images of a gritty prison-style outfit for Murdock, featuring an orange half-mask and blood-stained straps, following his incarceration. Production was confirmed wrapped, has concluded, with behind-the-scenes photos of Murdock, Bullseye, and Elektra prompting speculation regarding a prison-break plot. The series, which also features Jon Bernthal as The Punisher, remains Disney+ debut slated for a March 2027 debut on Disney+. 2027. On 8 August 2026, Vincent D’Onofrio confirmed that the Season 3 timeline season begins six months after the end of Season 2. Following the exposure of 2, finding Matt Murdock's identity and Wilson Fisk's resignation as mayor, the narrative finds Murdock incarcerated and Wilson Fisk in exile. exile following Fisk’s resignation as mayor. Production reports noted that the season has been physically demanding for the lead cast, and action director Philip J. Silvera highlighted the intensive three-day planning process required to film for the series' signature hallway fight sequences. By 11 August, Deborah Ann Woll addressed the expanding cast—which includes Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, and Elektra—stating the production is committed to ensuring Karen Page’s storyline remains meaningful. While Season 2 became the most-streamed Disney+ original in the U.S. for the first half of 2026 with 2.3 billion minutes viewed, it has struggled to meet Nielsen’s mainstream viewership benchmarks. Looking ahead to Season 3, new details emerged regarding the antagonist roster: alongside the returning Elektra, Margarita Levieva is set to debut as Lady Muse, a character representing an amalgamation of Muse and Heather Glenn. The upcoming arc is expected to explore the power vacuum left by Fisk.