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TheMarvel Cinematic Universewasn’t always clear about whether its Netflix quoin of shows was canon until recently . The grittier , mature shows that make up this smaller pocket of Marvel ’s on - screen installation includeDaredevil , Jessica Jones , Luke Cage , Iron Fist , and the 8 - installment crossing over result bringing these case together , The Defenders . Vincent D’Onofrio ’s lauded carrying out as villainous crime boss Wilson Fisk , or Kingpin , was the first mainstream return from the " Defendersverse , " inthe MCU timeline , with his case play a key role in the Disney+ showsHawkeyeandEcho .
Meanwhile , the original hoagy to go up against Kingpin is getting his own MCU series , with theDaredevil : Born Againcastset to feature many beloved grapheme , let in Jon Bernthal ’s brutal anti - hero the Punisher , Daredevilvillain Bullseye ( Wilson Bethel ) , and Matt Murdock ’s close Quaker , Franklin " Foggy " Nelson ( Elden Henson ) and Karen Page ( Deborah Ann Woll ) . While nothing beyond this is substantiate , the re - canonization of the Netflix serial ' present a prime opportunity to pull from their rich roster of grapheme — submarine sandwich , villain , sidekicks , and allies alike — that are either fan - favorites or deserving of a second chance at the silver projection screen .
Here ’s a rundown of all the fictional character that crossovered to other show in The Defenders macrocosm , from Daredevil season 1 to Daredevil time of year 3 .
14Elektra Natchios Was A Compelling & Complicated Character
Appears In Daredevil & The Defenders
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The master bravo played by Elodie Yung made her first appearance inDaredevilseason 2 , before playing a significant purpose inThe Defenders . As Matt Murdock ’s destructive and morally ambiguous former lover , this version of Elektra unfortunately appear in the lowest rated season ofDaredevil . As a highly interesting character whose performance by Yung was compelling , she deserves a 2nd opportunity , specially because of how much her and Matt ’s dynamic would add to his MCU show .
There has been no sign of Yung ’s take on the character in the MCU thus far , buta rumored appearance of Jennifer Garner ’s version of Elektra inDeadpool3may further perplex a reappearance by Yung . all the same , between Yung ’s Elektra having a account of resurrection and an inconclusive ending inThe Defenders , there may still be a way to convey her back in some capacity . It would certainly be a well - deserved comeback from a persona that ’s got a lot of potential .
12Malcolm Ducasse’s Story Ends With A Perfect Justification To Bring Him Back
Appears In Jessica Jones
Malcolm Ducasse ( Eka Darville ) is a character that ’s all about potentiality . TheJessica Jonessidekick begin his journeying on the show as a drug - addict victim of Jones ' ( Krysten Ritter ) own abuser , Kilgrave ( David Tennant ) , before ending up in stewardship of her company , Alias Investigations . His ending on the show is a coming - of - age moment that , in actuality , is just the beginning of his solo journeying .
While no characters fromJessica Joneshave yet been confirmed , Malcolm was instrumental to Jones ' journeying and to see his own journey play out further in the MCU would be exciting for fans . Alias Investigations can certainly make some sort of appearance in the MCU , allowing audience to see Malcolm at the helm . A door was left open at the end of Malcolm ’s storyline ; whether the MCU habituate it to add the character back stay up to the studio .
11Claire Temple Is Crucial To The Defenders' Story
Appears In Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist & The Defenders
Claire Temple ( Rosario Dawson ) may have began her Marvel show account as a supporting character , but she quickly became a extremely influential force in each of the Netflix indicate — in fact , Temple is the one who brings the heroes together inThe defender . The nurse set about her journeying onDaredevil , tending to Murdock ’s injury from his vigilante activities . She ends up helping each of the other heroes , Jessica Jones , Iron Fist , and Luke Cage , and is instrumental in their journey .
The MCU has yet to reassert the return of the Defenders squad , but with Daredevil ’s reemergence , it would make sense . In such an consequence , Temple deserves to be treated as a member of the team , as they would likely not live without the personal relationships she has with each of the heroes . As a impregnable part and knock-down ally to superpowered individuals , there can surely be a place for Claire Temple in the MCU .
10Danny Rand A.K.A. Iron Fist Could Get An MCU Redemption
Appears In Iron Fist & The Defenders
Finn Jones ' Danny Rand is the rubric submarine of his show , Iron Fist , and would therefore merit some consideration for an MCU return . The theatrical role ’s partnership with Luke Cage and the subsequent team - up that forms the Defenders were especially substantial moments . Powers like Rand ’s could for certain fit in the MCU alongside heroes like Shang - Chi .
Although Rand is one of the Defenders , the character was poorly get by audience . As such , the MCU may not feel particularly inclined to bring in him back . However , a return of the Defenders without Iron Fist would be lacking , andthe studio just might be able to breathe newfangled living into the part to bring him backin a agency that avoids the complications of his Marvel Netflix show story .
9Trish Walker A.K.A. Hellcat Could Be A Great Villain Or Hero For The MCU
Appears In Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, & The Defenders
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Trish Walker ( Rachael Taylor ) , the adopted baby of Jessica Jones , had a polarizing discharge in the series as she gained powers . The lineament allow for a compelling insight into the trauma of an abused child star haunt with never feeling powerless again . Envious of her sis ’s powers , and believe them to be wasted on a reluctant hero like Jones , she seeks to become her own hero , only to become a sea wolf herself .
A character like Walker is interesting , conflicted , and contradictory in a way that could be further explored by the MCU . Trish ends up in the Raft ( a prison establish for superpowered individuals ) , an experience that could provide an chance for some rich , if dark , storytelling . Her termination need not be permanent , whether her babe returns to the MCU or not .
7Jeri Hogarth Was Too Good A Performance For The MCU To Not Use
Appears in Jessica Jones, Daredevil, Iron Fist, & The Defenders
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The calculating attorney was played dead by Carrie - Anne Moss as highly intelligent and deep motivated by self - stake . Moss ’s leading public presentation steals every scene that Hogarth is inand would be a giving to the MCU . In the venous blood vessel of Vincent D’Onofrio ’s performance of Kingpin , Moss ’s carrying into action of Hogarth is enough to guarantee a return .
Such a return for the character would also work well from a plot viewpoint . Given the increased focusing on lawyers like She - Hulk ( Tatiana Maslany ) and Matt Murdock in the MCU , as well as the confirmed tax return of her former employee , Foggy Nelson , the MCU could easily have a home for a sordid - but - knock-down antagonist on the effectual playing flying field . Nevertheless , like the quietus of theJessica Jonescast , nothing has been announced regarding Hogarth ’s coming back inDaredevil : Born Againor any other projects .
5Misty Knight Could Get A More Dedicated Superhero Story In The MCU
Appears in Luke Cage, Iron Fist, & The Defenders
Misty Knight is one of the most interesting characters to do out of the Marvel Netflix shows . The headmaster tec and NYPD detective made her fool on the Defenders Saga after her first coming into court inLuke John Cage . Misty Knight ( Simone Missick ) always had the potential for her own tailspin - off , and now the MCU has a probability to make that a world .
The Netflix shows did not full explore the deepness of the character and what she could do . Her squad - up withIron Fistcharacter Colleen Wing hints at her potential drop as a superhero , and it would be a shame to never see that pay up off . In the funnies , Knight is a street - floor superhero , and with her prospects now in the hands of the MCU , perhaps she can become one onscreen .
