Marvel's Daredevil

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Season 2
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Oct 19, 2018
Season #: 3, 2, 1
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1432 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 141 out of 1432
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  1. Thejaywhip
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    I honestly don't get the mediocre response from critics. I'm even a DC fan and think this is the best thing Marvel is producing. This is way better than the horrendously overrated Jessica Jones, which reminds me of some Hallmark or Lifetime mini movie. Its been interesting to see Daredevil's character evolve and how the villains really flesh him out and push him to his limits, not onlyI honestly don't get the mediocre response from critics. I'm even a DC fan and think this is the best thing Marvel is producing. This is way better than the horrendously overrated Jessica Jones, which reminds me of some Hallmark or Lifetime mini movie. Its been interesting to see Daredevil's character evolve and how the villains really flesh him out and push him to his limits, not only physically but emotionally. Acting has been great, even Bernthal does well. I find the chemistry between Daredevil and Elektra seems to flourish through on screen. I'm starting to find this season more interesting than the first one. I can even forgive that they steal a lot of the themes from Dark Knight on escalation and such.… Expand
  2. Craterdome
    Mar 28, 2016
    10
    A lot of people are saying it but the critics got this season completely wrong. Fans of the Punisher comics will enjoy the accurate portrayal of the Punisher and his relationship with Daredevil. It should be seen as the quintessential portrayal of the Punisher in film. Electra is an incredibly fun, sexy, and dark character whose arc throughout the story is quite compelling. TheA lot of people are saying it but the critics got this season completely wrong. Fans of the Punisher comics will enjoy the accurate portrayal of the Punisher and his relationship with Daredevil. It should be seen as the quintessential portrayal of the Punisher in film. Electra is an incredibly fun, sexy, and dark character whose arc throughout the story is quite compelling. The plotlines for the other characters are also interesting and woven together in a way that makes sense. The fight scenes are the best on TV by a wide margin and there's one fight scene in particular that is one of the most brutal I've ever seen. We can start to see hints of how this series will integrate with Netflix's other Marvel series. If the others are of this quality (I sure liked Jessica Jones) then please, keep them coming. Mostly though I'm excited for season 3 of Daredevil.… Expand
  3. podaddy
    Mar 28, 2016
    10
    Without a doubt, the metascore the critics have weighed in with is the most puzzling I've ever seen on this site. The second season of Daredevil is every bit as good as the first. Acting has improved, character development continues to progress, fight scenes may be even better and the story is top notch. If I had to grant one single drawback it is that the scenes with Electra sometimesWithout a doubt, the metascore the critics have weighed in with is the most puzzling I've ever seen on this site. The second season of Daredevil is every bit as good as the first. Acting has improved, character development continues to progress, fight scenes may be even better and the story is top notch. If I had to grant one single drawback it is that the scenes with Electra sometimes disappoint me and I find myself longing for the story to move on to what I consider it's more interesting and compelling plot line involving The Punisher. But that's not to say that the Electra side of things doesn't have it's compelling moments; it does. Still one of the best shows anywhere.… Expand
  4. shadow47
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    Another magnificent season of the best superhero show I've ever seen. It is a beautiful spectacle and expands over the first season quite a bit. I love how the show does not tease plot-lines--by the end of the first episode, I got to see plot points that I did not expect to see until I was at least midway into the show. That is just great. I love this show.
  5. nightblade00
    Mar 22, 2016
    10
    While it may not be fair to Judge the season based on the first four episodes (all I've watched so far) , I couldn't help but write this after Episode 4----which was easily one of the best single episodes of any show I've ever seen. Jon Bernthal's long speech at the end of it just wrecked me. If he doesn't win an Emmy for his performance as Frank Castle/The Punisher then there is noWhile it may not be fair to Judge the season based on the first four episodes (all I've watched so far) , I couldn't help but write this after Episode 4----which was easily one of the best single episodes of any show I've ever seen. Jon Bernthal's long speech at the end of it just wrecked me. If he doesn't win an Emmy for his performance as Frank Castle/The Punisher then there is no justice in the world.… Expand
  6. DonMega
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    I'm only on episode 3 but wow this season is incredible. I was worried that they might fail in bringing the greatness of the first season as most shows can't do it but so far I am watching it in amazement. The show is perfect, by far the best super-hero show/movie to have ever played on screen.
    This is why I'll never listen to critics, they are almost always wrong. Just look at the recent    I'm only on episode 3 but wow this season is incredible. I was worried that they might fail in bringing the greatness of the first season as most shows can't do it but so far I am watching it in amazement. The show is perfect, by far the best super-hero show/movie to have ever played on screen.
    This is why I'll never listen to critics, they are almost always wrong. Just look at the recent string of terrible games that have extremely high ratings. Now daredevil proves how corrupt they are. At least metacritic brings user reviews and that's the only thing people should follow.    … Expand
  7. Kenmei
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    A very strong beginning and middle, with a decent ending, this season of Daredevil really pushed the limits on what a Marvel TV show has done in the past. Whether it be with the type of violence or action or just general writing, it's clear this series is a step above all others, including the first season of this very show. Jon Bernthal is an amazing Punisher, who's dramatic scenes stealA very strong beginning and middle, with a decent ending, this season of Daredevil really pushed the limits on what a Marvel TV show has done in the past. Whether it be with the type of violence or action or just general writing, it's clear this series is a step above all others, including the first season of this very show. Jon Bernthal is an amazing Punisher, who's dramatic scenes steal the show for entire season. While they are few and far between, you really get the sense of the type of inner conflict he's going through and how much he is really different Daredevil himself and what he allows himself to be. Elodie Yung as Elektra does a very good job as well but the star of this season is easily the Punisher and I hope to see him involved in the future of all these shows on Netflix. It really was a season of growth for all of the characters, even if some of them were left behind a tad towards the end of the season. The story is great up until the last few episodes where things are a bit rushed to get to the conclusion. I lost some interest as well as the season took a different tun around episode 10 that really set up for the conclusion. But the extremely strong beginning and middle pieces are what set this series apart and, if this quality of material is going to be the norm for future seasons, then this will easily be the flagship show for the Marvel-Netflix TV shows.… Expand
  8. Spanky
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    Is there any other superhero movie or television show as dark, gritty and realistic as Daredevil? I think not!

    I was hoping it wouldn't go downhill after their first great season. No worry there. Fantastic scripts and acting. Also, I cannot think of one other show whose opening sequence is as cool as this program. The dripping red is incredibly creative.
  9. imthenoob
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    Critics got this one wrong so badly. This season blows the first, which was fantastic, out of the water. Jon Bernthal as The Punisher is an example of a perfect casting. He has a lot of great back and forth with Cox's Daredevil (especially in episode 3) that prove he was meant for the role. There is a lot of much needed character development as well. Foggy goes onto much more than justCritics got this one wrong so badly. This season blows the first, which was fantastic, out of the water. Jon Bernthal as The Punisher is an example of a perfect casting. He has a lot of great back and forth with Cox's Daredevil (especially in episode 3) that prove he was meant for the role. There is a lot of much needed character development as well. Foggy goes onto much more than just this sort of comic relief pal and Karen becomes a lot more than a fragile woman in need of protecting too.

    This season is as good as it gets and any fan of the first season will absolutely love the second.    … Expand
  10. DrownedDrone
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Excellent. Way better then first season which was very good by itself..
    Action scenes are amazing, often above cinema quality. Plot is thrilling and yet convincing (Considering the universe in which it takes place). New Anti-Hero presented in the first episodes is perfect addition for those who get bored quickly of the melee action. easy 10/10
  11. bigjon1958
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    Lots of action, great story lines, and very well developed characters. Best Marvel show on TV. Really, my favorite TV series since Lost. Hope they bring it back for third season.
  12. mrmonster
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    I'm only four episodes into the thirteen episode season, but I just couldn't wait any longer. I just love this show too much not to have written my review by now. And let me tell you, this is fantastic; from the acting, to the characters, to the special effects, and to the fight scenes, this season is perfect.
  13. mumbles
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Somehow they managed to outdo the first season in every way. Each episode seems to have a fair amount of action--in fact, probably about 60% more than the first season. At first I had my doubts about Jon Bernthal portraying Frank Castle but considering how they've written him in this particular series I think he does an excellent job; even though I would have preferred Ray Stevenson in theSomehow they managed to outdo the first season in every way. Each episode seems to have a fair amount of action--in fact, probably about 60% more than the first season. At first I had my doubts about Jon Bernthal portraying Frank Castle but considering how they've written him in this particular series I think he does an excellent job; even though I would have preferred Ray Stevenson in the role as he brought more of a trained soldier feel to the role in War Zone and he looked just like Frank Castiglione from War Zone. I do, however, appreciate that they ramped up the gore and violence for this season--simply because I was worried that they would treat The Punisher like a PG-13 character (see the 2004 version of 'The Punisher'). He brought a lot of dynamics to the ethics of justice vs vigilantism.

    If I had a few gripes it's that some of the fighting looked fake and rain makers always look fake--both are pretty minor. The villians aren't exactly as compelling or detailed as the previous season but it also means that this series moves along MUCH quicker! Over all a definite improvement over the first season and I enjoyed that Frank Castle loves his coffee. That was a nice touch. I hope he gets his own show and we get to see him use more tactics than a meathead rage monster approach to offing criminals, his van and Microchip.    … Expand
  14. Citer
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    The critic score is rigged by dirty money that only has the purpose so subdue lazy and false journalists and so called "critics" into submission with the stench of bribery from the hands of people who do not wish to see Daredevil get the well deserved critical acclaim it deserves. They do not watch it and only write bad things about things that are actually good to get attention from theirThe critic score is rigged by dirty money that only has the purpose so subdue lazy and false journalists and so called "critics" into submission with the stench of bribery from the hands of people who do not wish to see Daredevil get the well deserved critical acclaim it deserves. They do not watch it and only write bad things about things that are actually good to get attention from their non-existent readers.
    All this aside, the second season of Daredevil is phenomenal and is building greatly upon its amazing first season and improves on all fronts. The cast and crew behind this masterpiece are great and you can feel their love for the characters through great acting and writing in this near-perfect piece of media.
    Good job daredevil, keep the quality coming and disregard the disgraceful reviews your getting from simple minded lowlife journalists.    … Expand
  15. MustangMatt07
    Mar 29, 2016
    10
    Great show, I knocked out the whole season in one weekend. Each episode flows perfectly into the next and makes it so that you feel you have to watch the next episode.
    Unlike Flash or Arrow, this show based on a comic is definitely for adults, especially now that the punisher is a new character, the bloody violence such as a shotgun blast to the face is only rivaled by the new Deadpool    Great show, I knocked out the whole season in one weekend. Each episode flows perfectly into the next and makes it so that you feel you have to watch the next episode.
    Unlike Flash or Arrow, this show based on a comic is definitely for adults, especially now that the punisher is a new character, the bloody violence such as a shotgun blast to the face is only rivaled by the new Deadpool movie. Its dark, it has a great story and none of the cheesy dialogue and acting that you see in the other two shows i mentioned.    … Expand
  16. Truejustice
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    I have never understand how Metacritic works. Why they always pick up some wanna be unknown critics instead real and proper reviews. Yeah everyone has right for own opinion but few of these so call professional reviews are pure garbage written by some MCU or comics haters... DD season 2 is awesome and perfect part of MCU and its bloody good show. For all fans go watch the show its evenI have never understand how Metacritic works. Why they always pick up some wanna be unknown critics instead real and proper reviews. Yeah everyone has right for own opinion but few of these so call professional reviews are pure garbage written by some MCU or comics haters... DD season 2 is awesome and perfect part of MCU and its bloody good show. For all fans go watch the show its even better then season 1.… Expand
  17. Hoxton
    Mar 24, 2016
    10
    Another great season of the best to date Marvel TV show. Jon Bernthal does great Job as the rest of the cast. it's great to see the creators addressing the previous season weak point - the shaky camera during fighting sequences, instead they began to use a regular stable camera and even mixed it up with some tasteful slow-motion.
  18. PeregrineOmega
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    How are the critics so off on this one? Are they being contrite or are they merely delusional?

    As far as I'm concerned, if you loved the first season, you're going to love the second season, too. The casting is as stellar as you've come to expect. The Punisher was a surprisingly well crafted addition, executed to the best of Bernthal's talent. The supporting characters are not only    How are the critics so off on this one? Are they being contrite or are they merely delusional?

    As far as I'm concerned, if you loved the first season, you're going to love the second season, too.

    The casting is as stellar as you've come to expect. The Punisher was a surprisingly well crafted addition, executed to the best of Bernthal's talent. The supporting characters are not only continually diverse, but the returning members (i.e. Foggy and Karen) are given room to evolve and exist on their own merit.

    I can't imagine what else you could expect from yet another stellar Netflix production. "Real" critics be damned on this one... just watch it. You'll love it.    … Expand
  19. TornadoCreator
    Apr 9, 2016
    10
    With season 1 frankly without peer in what can best be described as vigilante-noir, there was a very real risk that season 2 would screw the pouch and leave us feeling like the show would have been better left at it's strong but teasing end in season 1. Thankfully this was not the case, rather this series has gone on to explore the character of Daredevil and others to such a degree thatWith season 1 frankly without peer in what can best be described as vigilante-noir, there was a very real risk that season 2 would screw the pouch and leave us feeling like the show would have been better left at it's strong but teasing end in season 1. Thankfully this was not the case, rather this series has gone on to explore the character of Daredevil and others to such a degree that it's become quite possibly the single greatest adaptation of comic book super heroes to ever hit film; and I don't say that lightly.

    While the realism and grit are still present, season 2 here crosses whole-heartedly into film-noir as it's primary aesthetic; with realism being prominent but taking a back seat for style and substance to shine through. You're likely to see women in long flowing gowns when they couldn't reasonably afford them and it would be impractical to wear. Characters smoke and sit in unnaturally lit rooms with light coursing through Venetian blinds at odd angles, or the orange glow of street lighting bleeding through thick stained windows, often for no reason other than style. There are multiple scenes with rolling mist and fog in places where it would be physically impossible for it to exist. Regularly characters will discuss things in the gruff tones of the struggled journalist trying to make it in the cruel world, and everyone seems one coffee away from a nervous breakdown. There's a real sense that the noir theme underpins everything here, even down to the action, and it makes the show all the stronger for it.

    Then there's the addition of new characters. The Punisher being the most obvious addition but we'll come to him later. First let's consider the supporting cast, Karen Page is given the ability to show strength and resourcefulness, while also showing vulnerability and her at times, delicate nature, all in equal measures, making her the perfect example of a fully fleshed out female character on TV. Foggy comes into his own, with his scenes in the court room being some of the best acting and most tension filled scenes in the show, and my personal highlight, and finally there's Elektra, a character who's given enough focus to shine without backsliding into the anti-hero role; we finally instead see her as what she is. She's a villain plain and simple. While the search for the "good in her" makes for interesting character dynamics, the fact that she's not just portrayed as the good girl who occasionally does bad things is refreshing and it highlights the main theme of the show which is where you draw your moral line... and with that there's the Punisher.

    The Punisher is portrayed perfectly with such a great emphasis on what makes him so dangerous and that's his lack of hesitation when it comes to taking life. The Punisher is genuinely frightening and puts the highlights on the question of as what point an anti-hero becomes as bad as the villains they fight; simultaneously it exposes the hypocrisy of Daredevil and the futility of his approach when it's hamstrung by the moral quandaries faced by Matt Murdock.

    Superbly realised this series achieves everything it went out to achieve and is delightful to watch because of this. One of the best TV shows I've seen to date.    … Expand
  20. Spx
    Mar 20, 2016
    10
    I am really impressed. This serie has became my favourite one. I can't wait for season 3 to start. The cast, the actions scenes, the details... everything is amazing. Thank You Netflix, You scored a big goal. I can't really understand the critic review score of 68... really?!
  21. oxXBLADEZXxo
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Wow, just wow. If you thought the original season was good, wait till you get a load of this. I can't believe this surpassed my expectations. This is by far my favourite thing the MCU has produced thus far.
  22. StefanGoedhart
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    Go to IGN to see a proper review. They have scores and well written reviews for every episode. The 68 metascore is **** and misleading. Metacritic picked crappy websites who didn't even see the show yet and posted their reviews way too early.
  23. OVOsound
    Mar 24, 2016
    10
    Have the critics lost there minds. Vincent Denofrio is amazing as Kingpin, emotional, Powerful, Moving., Jon Bernthal is an amazing Punisher. He brings a true sense of realism to the Marvel Comic and its new film arena Hell's Kitchen. Elodie as Elektra is all to perfect how they made their twisted, emotional, cognitive dissonance, engraved love story work. Charlie Cox is still killing itHave the critics lost there minds. Vincent Denofrio is amazing as Kingpin, emotional, Powerful, Moving., Jon Bernthal is an amazing Punisher. He brings a true sense of realism to the Marvel Comic and its new film arena Hell's Kitchen. Elodie as Elektra is all to perfect how they made their twisted, emotional, cognitive dissonance, engraved love story work. Charlie Cox is still killing it (well not killing literally) again, bring his swaggered out prowess in every episode. Foggy stepped it up as well as Karen. Building blocks and lots of action. It deserves a clean 10. NOT a mercy 10 because I disagree with the critics, but a Bold sophomore masterpiece (a rarity). I cant wait for Luke Cage. Thank you Netflix. Let the haters hate and watch the money pile up.… Expand
  24. BoutThat_Action
    Mar 24, 2016
    10
    This is a great show, possibly one of my favorite ever. The only thing is, Foggy is portrait by the worst actor ever. They need to get rid of this annoying person who you can tell is trying to remember his lines during the show. All he does is whine. Other than that, Netflix is a must have thanks to its very high quality exclusive shows they produce!
  25. lukas7
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    only 68 critic score?? This show is a well crafted action series masterpiece. Loved this season, it tops the first, can't wait till season 3 and other Marvel Netflix series.
  26. Vancomycin
    Apr 5, 2016
    10
    Brilliantly shot, masterfully acted and with some gorgeous camera movements, this dramatic noir thriller has it's roots firmly in the comic book world and leaves in the bright sunlight of enjoyable television. 10/10.
  27. EasyTab
    Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Metacritic removed my review??? WTF? ugh nevermind. Daredevil is back and its better than ever, we have a more concise and better paced story the second time around and they've completely upped the ante in every way possible. If you enjoyed the first season, you'll enjoy this one more
  28. Shoohart
    Mar 18, 2016
    10
    I have watched every episode of season 1 now. Each episode was fantastic. This is the first time I have ever seen Daredevil portrayed so accurately outside of the comics.
  29. resca
    Mar 22, 2016
    10
    Everybody's acting is superb. All the supporting cast members are just as fantastic as the lead. Story was excellent with only a few holes. Overall really solid, cannot wait for next season!
  30. crit-s
    Apr 14, 2016
    10
    Best comic to television adaptation I've ever seen. Second best comic to live action (#1 is the Nolan Batman trilogy). The show does an excellent job of expanding the DD story - BUT the shows stealer is Jon Bernthal's Punisher. Not everyone likes the Electra/Hand storyline, but I though it was pretty good. The Foggy and Karen stories are ok too. Karen's story has a few too manyBest comic to television adaptation I've ever seen. Second best comic to live action (#1 is the Nolan Batman trilogy). The show does an excellent job of expanding the DD story - BUT the shows stealer is Jon Bernthal's Punisher. Not everyone likes the Electra/Hand storyline, but I though it was pretty good. The Foggy and Karen stories are ok too. Karen's story has a few too many coincidences and leaps, but minor stuff that is shadowed great performances by Cox and Bernthal.

    That said:
    Welcome back Frank.

    Final after three film failures Punisher final receives justice. Writer Garth Ennis should be pleased. This is Punisher MAX fully realized. They did such a great job I can see why everyone wants a show for Punisher.

    (Only do it if you can do it right though. I have my doubts a show would work: Thinness of the character and TV budget constraints for constantly new travel location shoots for all of Punisher's exploits.)    … Expand
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Metascore
68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Alex Abad-Santos
    Mar 21, 2016
    70
    Ultimately, Petrie and Ramirez created a season that fully understands Daredevil's strengths and plays to them accordingly. But this second installment is underwritten, and has failed to build on the show's fine first season.
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  2. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Mike Hale
    Mar 18, 2016
    60
    Mr. Cox and Elden Hanson, as Foggy, do earnestness well and put across the sometimes dopey dialogue better than you’d have a right to expect. There’s not, however, a lot of wit or shading to their performances--the writing can be blamed, but they could be doing more to amplify it, to make the show more fun. For that, we can turn to Deborah Ann Woll, who jolts the show to life every time she appears as Karen.
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  3. Yahoo TV
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Mar 17, 2016
    60
    I admire the series without being very engaged by it, but I can certainly see why you might get more hooked on it.
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