The streets of Brooklyn have familiar feet on their ground today, we get to see Krysten Ritter as her amazing character Jessica Jones with Charlie Cox at her side in new images from Maxblizz. This marks a thrilling reunion for fans of the Netflix-era Marvel shows, where these two iconic characters last shared the screen in The Defenders. With Ritter’s return officially confirmed at Disney’s 2025 upfront presentation, anticipation for the upcoming season is at an all-time high. Here’s everything we know about this exciting development, from set details to what fans can expect when the show hits Disney+ in 2026.
What We Saw on Set
- Jessica Jones’ Classic Look: Krysten Ritter was seen rocking Jessica Jones’ signature style—black leather jacket, faded jeans, and boots—staying true to the character’s gritty, no-nonsense vibe. It’s a look that screams “don’t mess with me,” perfectly capturing the private investigator’s tough exterior.
- Daredevil’s New Suit: Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock sported a sleek black Daredevil suit, complete with the iconic double-D logo on the chest. This updated costume hints at a darker, more intense direction for the Man Without Fear in Season 2.
- Chemistry in Action: Photos captured Ritter and Cox sharing moments on set, suggesting the dynamic interplay between Jessica and Matt will be a highlight. Their chemistry, honed in The Defenders, is set to shine again.
The Road to Season 2
Following the explosive events of Daredevil: Born Again Season 1, which premiered on Disney+ in March 2025, the stakes are higher than ever. The season ended with Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) consolidating power as NYC’s mayor, declaring war on vigilantes with his Safer Streets plan. Matt Murdock, now underground, vowed to assemble an “army” to take back the city. Jessica Jones’ return signals she’ll be a key ally in this fight, but what role will she play?
- A Defenders Reunion?: Ritter’s return has sparked speculation about other Netflix-era heroes, like Luke Cage (Mike Colter) or Iron Fist (Finn Jones), joining the fray. While only Jon Bernthal’s Punisher is confirmed for Season 2, fans are hopeful for a full Defenders reunion.
- Teaser Hints: A brief teaser shown at Disney’s 2025 upfront event featured Ritter as Jessica Jones, alongside Cox’s Daredevil and Bernthal’s Punisher, hinting at high-stakes action and deeper storylines. Ritter teased, “There is much more in store for Jessica Jones. This is going to be an incredible season!”
- Flashback to 2015: Charlie Cox revealed Season 2 includes a flashback to a scene from 2015, connecting the Netflix series to the MCU’s present. This could explore untold moments from Jessica and Matt’s past.
Final Thoughts
This is what Daredevil fans want, we want a full on Defenders reunion! Starting out with Jessica Jones is a massive win for fans as she is one of the beloved from the original Daredevil Netflix series. Many were dissapointed with the anticlimactic final scene of Matt’s “army” when there were no Defenders in sight. Now Marvel is locking in and fans are here for it.
