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Ben Affleck Reflects on Daredevil Role While Praising Jon Bernthal’s Punisher

Affleck acknowledges the evolution of Marvel’s tone and highlights Bernthal’s acclaimed portrayal of Frank Castle as they reunite for The Accountant 2.

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Overview

  • Ben Affleck stated he 'wouldn’t tangle' with Jon Bernthal’s Punisher, praising the intensity and depth of Bernthal’s performance.
  • Affleck reflected on his 2003 Daredevil film, noting it struggled with tonal balance before Marvel’s unified vision under Kevin Feige.
  • Jon Bernthal’s Punisher played a pivotal role in the season finale of Disney+’s Daredevil: Born Again, setting up a 2026 Marvel Special Presentation focused on the character, though this has not been officially confirmed by Marvel.
  • Affleck and Bernthal co-star in The Accountant 2, premiering April 25, 2025, marking their first collaboration since Bernthal’s rise as a Marvel fan favorite.
  • The evolution of Marvel’s Daredevil and Punisher characters reflects a shift from early uneven adaptations to darker, more mature storytelling on Disney+.