The Punisher returns in a brutal MCU Special Presentation. Jon Bernthal is Frank Castle in 'The Punisher: One Last Kill,' only on Disney+.
- April 23, 2026
AceShowbiz - It’s time for fans of intense action and raw storytelling to brace themselves as The Punisher makes a highly anticipated comeback on Disney+ this May, with the release of the MCU’s Special Presentation, The Punisher: One Last Kill.
The journey began with the MCU’s first R-rated projects, Deadpool and Wolverine. Following that, Daredevil: Born Again Season 1 delivered a brutal, emotionally charged narrative. The show featured a bloodied Matt Murdock alongside a fierce Punisher, played by Jon Bernthal.
Now, the momentum continues with Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, which keeps audiences riveted with the return of familiar faces such as Bullseye, portrayed by Wilson Bethel, and Jessica Jones, played by Krysten Ritter. This season sets the stage for the return of Frank Castle in a standalone story.
Jon Bernthal’s portrayal of Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, has been widely regarded as one of the MCU’s most compelling characters. Since his debut in the Netflix series, there were concerns among fans about how he would be adapted into the Disney+ MCU universe. However, those fears were dispelled by the gritty depiction seen in Daredevil: Born Again Season 1.
In the first season of Daredevil: Born Again, the dynamic between The Punisher and Daredevil was a standout element. Vincent D'Onofrio’s return as Kingpin added significant weight to the storyline.
With the upcoming Special Presentation, The Punisher: One Last Kill, the MCU is set to deliver another dose of visceral action. This project will explore Frank Castle’s relentless pursuit of justice. Unlike other MCU heroes, The Punisher operates with sheer grit and tactical precision.
As the countdown begins toward the May release, fans can expect The Punisher: One Last Kill to deliver the signature intensity that defines Frank Castle’s story. The Special Presentation format suggests a tightly focused narrative.