Review: Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 2 & 3

Daredevil Season 2 Episode 2 "Shoot The Moon" and Episode 3 "The Scales & the Sword" are now available for streaming. If you were hoping to catch Matthew Lilard’s uniquely cool CIA operative Mr. Charles, you’ll be disappointed as he was missing this week. However, the series continues to excel at weaving together action, intrigue, and moral ambiguity, with standout performances from Charlie Cox, Deborah Ann Woll, and Vincent D’Onofrio. The introduction of new allies, the escalation of Fisk’s schemes, and the moral dilemmas faced by Matt and Karen keep the story compelling. The fight choreography and tension-filled escapes are top-notch, while the supporting cast adds depth and resonance. With Kingpin’s cruelty on full display and Daredevil’s resistance gaining momentum, these episodes set the stage for even greater conflicts to come.

Read below for our spoiler-heavy review:

Picking up right where the season premiere left off, episode two of Daredevil: Born Again wastes no time plunging viewers into the aftermath of chaos. Cherry (Clark Johnson) is rushed to the hospital as Daredevil (Charlie Cox) observes from a rooftop—alert, tense, and ready for his next move.

Meanwhile, Bullseye (Wilson Bethel) seeks out Sister Maggie in a church, claiming to want absolution, (for killing AVTF officers?). We learn she is on a sabbatical year in Rome as Bullseye’s unpredictable nature continues to drive the narrative tension.

The action then shifts to Mayor Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio), who is preparing for his charity fight when Buck Cashman (Arty Froushan) delivers troubling news: Bullseye is now aiding Daredevil. Fisk’s fury is palpable, culminating in a brutal punch to his trainer—a physical manifestation of the Kingpin's rage and growing desperation.

Folling the credits we see Matt and Karen (Deborah Ann Woll) grappling with the question of why Bullseye is suddenly an ally. Their assumption is that Bullseye wants to provoke Fisk, possibly in retaliation for Vanessa’s (Ayelet Zurer) actions against him. The duo agree they need to locate Christofi Savva (Yorgos Karamihos) before the AVTF, while the task force raids Ariana’s (Annie Parisse) restaurant, arresting her and escalating the mounting tension. Buck pushes Fisk to publicly unmask Daredevil, but Fisk declines, revealing a more insidious plan instead. In a chilling address to New York, Fisk announces Matt Murdock is alive and being hunted by vigilantes, flooding the city with missing posters. Suddenly, Matt can no longer blend into the crowd and is forced into hiding with Karen.

We then see Sheila Rivera (Zabryna Guevara) and Daniel Blake (Michael Gandolfini) debating whether to inform Fisk about the "Fake Kingpin" video—a clever subplot that ties into the season’s broader themes of surveillance, betrayal, and shifting loyalties. Daniel’s covert actions, deleting footage after Sheila leaves, add another layer of intrigue.

Matt acknowledges Fisk’s move as “brilliant,” noting that both vigilante supporters and detractors are now looking for him. Meanwhile, Officer Powell (Hamish Allan-Headley) updates Fisk on security for Vanessa’s event and runs into Cole North (Jeremy Isaiah Earl), who is reinstated despite doubts about his recovery from the fight at Matt’s apartment.

We then witness Bullseye’s brutality on full display when he kills AVTF goons in the hospital, who were targeting Cherry, who manages to disappear. This prompts Powell to ramp up security for Vanessa’s event as Fisk and his team remain baffled by Bullseye’s motives.

Fisk confronts Blake about the Fake Kingpin video, threatening him and extracting a promise of loyalty—a classic Kingpin power play that keeps viewers on edge. Buck reassures Vanessa of her safety, discussing the threat posed by Bullseye. Vanessa’s visible anxiety adds emotional weight to the episode.

We then see Angela del Toro (Camila Rodriguez) and her aunt Soledad Ayala (Ashley Marie Ortiz) provide a glimpse into the collateral damage of Fisk’s war on vigilantes. Their encounter with shoplifters and the subsequent AVTF raid sparks a riot, highlighting the series’ commitment to portraying the consequences of unchecked power.

Vanessa’s event brings together key players, with Heather Glenn (Margarita Levieva) delivering a speech and discussing Matt’s possible fate at the hands of vigilantes. Bullseye lurks in the shadows, intensifying the sense of danger.

Angela then goes to Kirsten McDuffie (Nikki M. James) and tells her about Soledad’s arrest, and she finds the White Tiger amulet in a box, hinting at new developments.

The release of another Fake Kingpin video, revealing BB Urich (Genneya Walton) as the masked figure, keeps the resistance alive and well.

The AVTF then raid Matt and Karen’s hideout. This is an amazing action sequence featuring Daredevil’s resilience against sonic weaponry and Karen’s resourcefulness. Their escape is tense, culminating in Karen leading Matt to Frank Castle’s bunker, where she reveals she has taken an AVTF officer hostage—a bold move that sets up the next episode.

Episode three begins with Matt and Karen confronting the kidnapped officer, Alan Saunders (Jeremy Holm). Saunders claims he wants to join the resistance, and Daredevil’s powers confirm his honesty. This surprising twist injects hope into the narrative, even as Daredevil warns Saunders about the consequences of betrayal.

Heather Glenn’s struggles with Muse’s mask and Kirsten’s frustration with Jack Duquesne’s (Tony Dalton) trial add depth to the supporting cast. The trial itself is a farce, with Fisk’s influence ensuring Jack’s conviction. The Kingpin’s celebration of the outcome is a chilling reminder of his reach.

The dinner event sees Vanessa connecting with Heather and Buck, while Blake tries to dig up dirt on Governor Marge McCaffrey (Lili Taylor)—only to find her unimpeachable. At Red Hook, the AVTF supervises a weapons transfer, with Officer Powell refusing to let workers leave, heightening the sense of exploitation and danger.

Kirsten receives a covert message at the courthouse and meets Daredevil, who enlists her help in navigating Red Hook. Using Kirsten’s sensory descriptions, Daredevil infiltrates the facility, rescues hostages, and teams up with Jack Duquesne for an electrifying escape sequence.

Angela del Toro, now wielding the White Tiger amulet, arrives to assist Karen and Daredevil. Their coordinated efforts allow them to evacuate the hostages, with Karen driving a cargo vehicle and Angela sabotaging pursuit vehicles. The escape is thrilling and well-executed.

Daredevil apologizes to Karen for failing to secure the guns, but she reassures him that saving lives was the right choice. Meanwhile, Kingpin orders the destruction of the Northern Star ship, killing all the dock workers and eliminating witnesses—a shocking, ruthless act that underscores his villainy and brilliance in framing vigilantes.

The episodes conclude with Daredevil and Karen witnessing the sinking of the Northern Star, a moment of stunned silence that encapsulates the season’s darker, more brutal tone.