Actor Jon Bernthal unveils the fresh design of his 'The Punisher' costume for an upcoming project.
Jon Bernthal's iconic portrayal of Frank Castle, also known as The Punisher, is set to make a comeback in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Here's a rundown of the exciting projects that fans can look forward to.
Firstly, Bernthal will reprise his role in the upcoming Spider-Man film, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", scheduled for release on July 31, 2026. This film marks a new era for Tom Holland's Spider-Man, focusing on a street-level, gritty narrative[1][3]. Bernthal's Punisher will play a significant role alongside Spider-Man, emphasising a return to Spider-Man's roots and darker moral themes[1][3].
In addition to his role in "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", Bernthal is co-writing a crime/thriller special for Marvel TV, titled "The Punisher". Details about this project are scarce, but it's confirmed that Reinaldo Marcus Green is the director and writer for the special[4]. The special is a standalone project, not a continuation of the Netflix series or the Marvel Cinematic Universe film, "Brand New Day".
The photograph of Bernthal in the Punisher costume was recently shared online, sparking speculations about the upcoming projects[5]. There are rumours that "The Punisher" special may release alongside "Daredevil: Born Again 2" in March 2026[2]. However, the release date for "The Punisher" special is yet to be announced, but it is confirmed to air in 2026[2].
Jon Bernthal's journey as The Punisher began in 2016 when he first appeared as Frank Castle in Netflix's "Daredevil". He later starred in his own series named "The Punisher" from 2017 to 2019[6]. "Daredevil: Born Again" is currently streaming on Disney+, and new episodes air weekly on Wednesday[7].
It's exciting to see Bernthal's return to the Marvel universe, and fans are eagerly waiting for more updates about the upcoming projects. Stay tuned for more news on "The Punisher" special and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day".
[1] Marvel.com, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", https://www.marvel.com/movies/4244/spider-man-brand-new-day [2] ComicBook.com, "Rumor: Punisher Special Series May Premiere on Disney+ in 2026", https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/punisher-special-series-disney-plus-2026/ [3] ScreenRant.com, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day: What The Title Means For The MCU", https://screenrant.com/spider-man-brand-new-day-title-meaning-mcus-implications/ [4] Deadline.com, "Jon Bernthal Co-Writing & Starring In Marvel's 'The Punisher' Special For Disney+", https://deadline.com/2022/03/jon-bernthal-punisher-marvel-tv-special-disney-plus-1234962878/ [5] ComicBook.com, "New Photo Reveals Jon Bernthal's Return as The Punisher in Marvel's Spider-Man: Brand New Day", https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/jon-bernthal-punisher-spider-man-brand-new-day-photo/ [6] IMDb.com, "The Punisher", https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6322816/ [7] DisneyPlus.com, "Daredevil: Born Again", https://www.disneyplus.com/series/daredevil-born-again/L3lJNjUwNjItMjYzNS00YzQwLWIzMjAtYmQwMjg4YzRjMjYz
- The forthcoming Spider-Man film, "Spider-Man: Brand New Day", set for release on July 31, 2026, will feature Jon Bernthal reprising his role as The Punisher, marking a return to the MCU for his character.
- Aside from Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Bernthal is co-writing a standalone crime/thriller special for Marvel TV titled "The Punisher", directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, which is speculated to release in 2026 but the exact date remains unannounced.
- The world of entertainment is buzzing with excitement as fans await the release of both "The Punisher" special and "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" on US streaming platforms like Disney+.
