The Return of Jon Bernthal's Punisher: Speculation and Social Media Buzz
A recent social media post by actor Royce Johnson, known for his role in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, has sparked speculation about the return of Jon Bernthal's Punisher in the upcoming Marvel Studios production set to debut on Disney+ in March 2026. The star-studded cast includes Charlie Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, Matthew Lillard, Krysten Ritter, and more. Johnson, reprising his role as Detective Sergeant Brett Mahoney, shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, including one with Bernthal, leading to rumors of the Punisher's return.
While executive producer Sana Amanat previously confirmed that Jon Bernthal would not be returning, recent social media posts have reignited speculation. Johnson's Instagram post featuring Bernthal has fans questioning whether the Punisher might make a surprise comeback. The image shared by Johnson could potentially be from the set of the Punisher special, but no official confirmation has been provided yet.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Daredevil: Born Again showrunner Dario Scardapane hinted at a post-credit sequence that could tie into the Punisher special. The special is expected to air after the release of Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, according to reports from The Hollywood Reporter. Fans eagerly await further updates on the potential return of Jon Bernthal's Punisher in the Marvel Studios production.