Charlie Cox's successful transition from Netflix's Daredevil to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has sparked speculation about potential comebacks for other members of The Defenders. Finn Jones, who portrayed Danny Rand, also known as Iron Fist, in the Netflix series, has expressed his eagerness to return to the role. Jones last appeared as Iron Fist in Season 2 of the series and in the crossover event, The Defenders, alongside Charlie Cox's Daredevil, Mike Colter's Luke Cage, and Krysten Ritter's Jessica Jones.
Despite a mixed reception to his portrayal of Iron Fist, with some fans expressing dissatisfaction, the integration of the Netflix Marvel shows into the official MCU canon has renewed hope for the return of these characters. The success of Daredevil's revival in the MCU, particularly in the series "Daredevil: Born Again," has fueled these discussions. Reports have indicated that Marvel is "exploring" the possibility of reviving The Defenders.
At a recent anime convention, LaConve, in Monterrey, NL, Mexico, Finn Jones addressed the criticism he received for his portrayal of Iron Fist. He acknowledged the fans' mixed feelings but expressed a strong desire to redeem his character. "There is a willingness for the fans to see that happen," Jones stated, referring to his potential return. "There’s a lot of willingness for the fans to see that not happen as well. I’m very aware of the critiques of the character and my role in it. My response to that is like, give me a f***ing chance, man. I’m here and I’m ready. I want to prove people wrong. So I would love to see that happen."
The inclusion of Jon Bernthal's Punisher in "Daredevil: Born Again" further cements the integration of the Netflix series into the broader MCU narrative, now available on Disney+. As the MCU continues to expand, the possibility of seeing more familiar faces from the Defenders saga remains a tantalizing prospect for fans.
