Jon Bernthal is officially back as Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, and fans are fired up after seeing the first leaked images of him wearing a brand-new version of the iconic skull-emblazoned suit. Captured by paparazzi photographer @stevesandsnyc on Instagram, these images come straight from the set of Marvel’s upcoming Disney+ series, Daredevil: Born Again.
The new Punisher suit features a darker, more tactical look compared to previous appearances. It includes heavier armor plating, updated textures, and a more modern take on the signature skull symbol — still menacing, but more subtly integrated into the outfit. Bernthal’s gritty performance as Castle made him a fan favorite in Netflix’s original The Punisher series, and his return marks one of the most anticipated character revivals in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
According to insiders, Bernthal’s role in Daredevil: Born Again won’t just be a cameo — he’s expected to play a key part in the story alongside Charlie Cox (Daredevil) and Vincent D’Onofrio (Kingpin). The series is part of Marvel’s attempt to merge the Netflix universe with the main MCU timeline under Disney+.
Fans took to social media within minutes of the photo leak, praising the updated design and calling Bernthal’s look “perfect” for the darker tone they hope Born Again will bring. The series is currently filming in New York and expected to release in early 2026.
If the suit is anything to go by, this new chapter of The Punisher promises brutal action, emotional weight, and a darker, more grounded MCU.
