“Mate…let it go”: Charlie Cox Believed Kingpin Actor Vincent D’Onofrio Was ‘Delusional’ for Believing Marvel Would Revive Daredevil

Charlie Cox's skepticism of D'Onofrio's optimism on Daredevil's return was deemed delusional by the actor

“Mate…let it go”: Charlie Cox Believed Kingpin Actor Vincent D’Onofrio Was ‘Delusional’ for Believing Marvel Would Revive Daredevil

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  • Vincent D'Onofrio hopes for the revival of Daredevil in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but Charlie Cox initially rejected his optimism.
  • Cox believes D'Onofrio is delusional for thinking there will be a comeback for Daredevil.
  • However, both actors do end up returning to their roles in Daredevil: Born Again.
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In the dynamic world of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the destiny of cherished characters remains uncertain. Vincent D’Onofrio, famed for embodying Wilson Fisk expressed hope for the revival of Daredevil. However, Charlie Cox, the actor portraying the titular hero, initially questioned the actor’s optimism.

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Charlie Cox (via Wikimedia Commons)

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The 40-year-old deems D’Onofrio possibly delusional, harboring aspirations for a Daredevil resurgence in the MCU.

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Charlie Cox Initially Rejected Vincent D’Onofrio’s Hope For Daredevil’s Comeback

In the ever-shifting tapestry of superhero narratives. The lingering ambiguity surrounding Daredevil’s resurgence has animated discussions within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).

Charlie Cox as Daredevil. (Image: Netflix / Marvel Studios)
Charlie Cox as Daredevil. (Image: Netflix / Marvel Studios)

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Vincent D’Onofrio, elevated by optimism, believed in the potential return of Marvel’s Daredevil. Even after its abrupt cancellation on Netflix after three seasons.

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On the contrary, Charlie Cox, embodying the iconic Matt Murdock, harbored no expectations of reprising his role in Marvel Studios’ Daredevil: Born Again.

Cox, to the extent of labeling D’Onofrio “delusional,” dismissed any prospect of returning to their former superhero personas. During the Panel Wales Comic Con, the artist said,

“I really thought that ship had sailed, you know? I thought it was over. I didn’t know that. I just thought it was over. And Vincent [D’Onofrio], who plays Wilson Fisk, and I would chat occasionally on the phone. And he would kind of say, ‘I’m sure they’re gonna bring us back.’ I’d be on the phone being, like, ‘Mate, the guy’s delusional! He’s got to let it go.”

In a surprising twist, D’Onofrio reprised his role as Kingpin in the 2021 Disney+ series Hawkeye. While Cox made a cameo appearance in Spider-Man: No Way Home the same year, setting the stage for his return in Disney+’s She-Hulk.

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This unawareness during the hiatus led to amusing exchanges with the 64-year-old, who remained hopeful during occasional phone conversations.

Ultimately, despite earlier skepticism, Cox and D’Onofrio successfully reunite in Daredevil: Born Again, underscoring the unpredictable twists in the superhero saga.

Charlie Cox And Vincent D’Onofrio Unite Once More In Daredevil’s Revival

Charlie Cox And Vincent D'Onofrio
Celebrities, Charlie Cox And Vincent D’Onofrio

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The eagerly awaited reunion of the Kin star and D’Onofrio has come to fruition as they once again join forces in the revival of Daredevil.

Their collaboration extends to Marvel Studios’ inaugural TV-MA series, Echo, and the forthcoming Disney+ production, Daredevil: Born Again. Adding to the excitement, Jon Bernthal is set to reprise his role as The Punisher, bringing another layer of complexity to the narrative.

Directed by Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead, known for their contributions to Loki Season 2 post a creative overhaul, the series promises a fresh perspective.

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Cox, envisioning Daredevil in the MCU also expressed a desire for an unlikely partnership with Iron Man. It acknowledges the challenge due to Tony Stark’s demise in Avengers: Endgame. According to the Popverse, Cox stated,

“I was actually catching up on some of the comics recently, and I was reading one from 2020 where Daredevil and Iron Man have a bit of a run-in together, which is quite fun. I was thinking that would be very cool. I don’t think that’s possible now because he’s dead, isn’t he? But you know… it’s Marvel… who knows.”

As the narrative unfolds, the return of these iconic characters not only signifies a success for the actors but also fuels anticipation among devoted fans of the lauded series.

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Written by Muskan Chaudhary

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Muskan Chaudhary, Junior Content Writer at Fandom wire. Having completed her degree in Commerce, she has written over 500 articles spanning FandomWire and Animated Times in the pop culture. She is dedicated to bring the latest and informative content from the entertainment world, thus expanding her knowledge in the field. Apart from her contributions to FandamWire, she has a keen interest in video games, sketching and playing tennis.