Jon Bernthal Cast As The Punisher For Daredevil

Marvel announced Tuesday, that Walking Dead alum Jon Bernthal has signed on to be the Punisher in the second season of Netflix’s Daredevil.

“Jon Bernthal brings an unmatched intensity to every role he takes on, with a potent blend of power, motivation and vulnerability that will connect with audiences,” said Jeph Loeb, Marvel’s Head of Television. “Castle’s appearance will bring dramatic changes to the world of Matt Murdock and nothing will be the same.”

Bernthal is said to have a big presence on the series.

The Punisher is a vigilante who uses lethal force to deal with crime.

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Matthew Sardo
Matthew Sardo
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