The Defenders

The Defenders had their day, and only The Punisher remains on Marvel’s 2017 Netflix slate. We’ve seen one teaser, so catch a brand-new photo and synopsis for Frank Castle’s continuing adventures, as Marvel plays coy with the premiere.

Many have already raced through Marvel’s Netflix Defenders, and we don’t mind saying Daredevil was left in a world of hurt for Season 3. The final shot in particular hinted at a famous Frank Miller tale, one that might see Wilson Fisk returning to raise hell.

The Punisher may not have gotten to play with The Defenders, but you knew Frank Castle wouldn’t let us linger for long. Watch Jon Bernthal put on his best Thor impression with a first official teaser for the upcoming spinoff.

Even as Marvel’s Netflix Defenders will make their global debut in mere hours, we haven’t the clearest sense of Sigourney Weaver’s villainous Alexandra. That changes with a third and final trailer for the team-up miniseries, as the four heroes sit down to dinner with their Hand-y new foe.

If you haven’t watched Marvel’s Netflix series, here’s what you need to know to enjoy the new team-up show.

We’re only days away from The Defenders spilling all its Hand-y secrets, and a new featurette puts a notable crack in that dam. Catch a three-minute sneak peek of Marvel’s Netflix team-up miniseries, and see what departed Iron Fist star definitely lives to fight another day.

It’s officially Defenders week at Netflix, but there’s plenty of time for one last trailer. Watch Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage and Iron Fist get into all-out action with a new trailer for the Friday premiere, while two new clips pair some odd friends and the “Daughters of the Dragon.”

Marvel’s Netflix ‘Defenders’ packs the combined might of ‘Daredevil,’ ‘Jessica Jones’ and ‘Luke Cage,’ but needs a little Hand redeeming ‘Iron Fist’ and a slow start overall. Our early review, before all episodes assemble on August 18.

We’re admittedly open-minded for Iron Fist Season 2, given the new creative team and added Misty Knight, and we may not wait long for a sneak peek. Reports indicate Season 2 production could begin as early as December, leaving a premiere date unclear.

We’re far enough into Marvel’s movie and TV universes that crossover potential seems remote, though the latter’s move from ABC to Netflix and Hulu raises questions. Marvel’s Runaways are now confirmed to inhabit the same universe, but likely won’t meet either Avengers or Defenders.