Jessica Jones actress Krysten Ritter opens up about bringing theMarvel Cinematic Universeheroine back forDaredevil: Born Againseason 2. As the Marvel-Netflix shows have become properly canon tothe MCU timeline, it has paved the way for one of the most exciting returns inDaredevil: Born Againseason 2, when the show returns in 2026.
FollowingtheDaredevil: Born Againseason 1 finale, Matt Murdock is going to need all the help he can get to fight back against Mayor Fisk, who has now outlawed vigilantes in New York City. That will bring Ritter’s Jessica Jones back into the fold, marking the first time fans will see her back on screen since the end ofJessica Jonesseason 3 on Netflix.
While discussingDexter: Resurrectionwith Ash Crossan atScreenRant’sSan Diego Comic-Con2025 media suite, Ritter elaborated further on getting to bring back the MCU superhero inDaredevil: Born Againseason 2. According to Ritter,“it was as if no time had passed,“as she shared the following:
ScreenRant: What does it mean to you now that it’s like, “Yeah, this is actually happening, and I get to actually be this person again?”
Krysten Ritter: It’s really exciting. The fans have been so vocal, and we’re back by popular demand, and it’s really exciting and probably how these guys feel like putting those boots on again–it was as if no time had passed. A character that you play for so long really gets into the cells of your body, and it’s fun to then find ways to go deeper. It’s kind of like riding a bicycle, and I’m so excited. I think what we’re doing is really cool, and she’s an iconic character that I adore and love, and she means so much to me.
Daredevil: Born Againseason 2’s 2026 releasewill consist of eight episodes, while season 1 had nine episodes. An exactDaredevil: Born Againseason 2 premiere date will be announced at a later time.
What Krysten Ritter’s Jessica Jones Return Comments Mean
Anyone who has followed Ritter’s interviews over the last few years is aware that she has been waiting to get the chance to play Jessica Jones again,which is why the 2025 announcement of herDaredevil: Born Againseason 2 return was such a massive full-circle moment. Ritter’s latest comments make it even more evident how thrilled she is to get to reprise one of her biggest roles.
From what is known aboutRitter’sDaredevil: Born Againreturn,it’s clear that the creative team is honoring the character’s Netflix era, while also expanding upon it through the Disney+ series. With the larger MCU also now accessible to the Marvel-Netflix characters, it makes the return of a hero like Jessica Jones even more exciting.
Our Take On Krysten Ritter’s Jessica Jones Return Comments
Hearing Ritter’s commentary about appearing inDaredevil: Born Againseason 2,it definitely sounds like Jessica Jones' MCU return is in good hands.What remains to be seen is if Charlie Cox and Ritter will get to reunite with other Marvel-Netflix stars like Mike Colter and Finn Jones as Luke Cage and Iron Fist, respectively.
WithDaredevil: Born Againseason 2 filming completed,time will tell what other familiar faces may be back for the next season. Hopefully, it won’t be long until Marvel Studios begins to drop new details onDaredevil: Born Againseason 2, especially for Ritter’s Jessica Jones return.
Daredevil: Born Again
Cast
Daredevil: Born Again follows blind lawyer Matt Murdock, who uses his heightened abilities to pursue justice in New York. As he manages a bustling law firm, former mob boss Wilson Fisk navigates political ambitions, leading both men toward a confrontation as their pasts resurface.
