"Is super important": Daredevil: Born Again helmer Dario Scardapane breaks silence on Karen Page's return to the MCU sequel show

Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is returning one of the popular fan characters in the new series, Daredevil: Born Again. Deborah Ann Woll is returning with her character Karen Page and Matt Murdock, and this is one big continuity with the original Netflix series. With showrunner Dario Scardapane, fans are excited to find out how the revival will mix old and new storylines.

Talking of Karen Page's return during an interview covered by RadioTimes , Scardapane averred,

"Karen Page as a character, as an entity, as part of this world, is super important."

He added that Karen, Matt Murdock, and Foggy Nelson have a certain innate bond and their presence cannot be avoided when it comes to the emotional richness of the series. This validation has given hope to fans that the new show will remain faithful to the essence of the first series with some new developments.

The Significance of Karen Page in Daredevil: Born Again

Karen Page has also been a crucial part of Matt Murdock's professional and personal life. To have Karen and Foggy Nelson is an attempt at consistency and sustaining the character-based approach, which had succeeded with the first series.

As per RadioTimes, Dario Scardapane said,

"So I'm very excited for the fans and everybody to see how that evolves and what's to come."

"Without giving too much away, I could say that if that relationship and if that character matters to you, you will be very satisfied."

Showrunner's Plea for Returning Characters in Daredevil: Born Again

Early signs had been that Daredevil: Born Again would go in a different direction, and some of the primary characters from the initial show may not be included. But when Scardapane joined the team on the project, he was in favor of Karen Page and Foggy Nelson coming back. He has been quite open in his comments regarding just how much they belong in Matt's universe, and he attested to the fact that they needed to come back as a surefire key to the show's success.

Deborah Ann Woll's Response to Karen Page's Return

Deborah Ann Woll, who has played Karen Page since the pilot season of Daredevil, was thrilled to return to her character. She felt Karen's track being very much connected with Matt's and that with her back on board, her character would get to breathe more. Although information on Karen's arc is under wraps, Woll's enthusiasm indicates the upcoming series doing full justice to her character.

The Impact on the Series Narrative

Karen Page's casting suggests that Daredevil: Born Again will be tapping into existing character storylines rather than completely rebooting the show. The original show ended with Matt, Karen, and Foggy envisioning their future together, and the return will continue from there. Returning characters ensures that old relationships and arch-nemeses will remain a part of the ongoing narrative.

Balancing Legacy and Innovation

Marvel Studios' decision to keep key characters is part of its overall plan of balancing nostalgia and fresh storytelling. By bringing back Karen Page, Daredevil: Born Again keeps old fans in continuity while crafting an intriguing tale for new fans. The plan for the show is that it will honor the predetermined themes and mood but bring about new features that will keep the story interesting.

With Daredevil: Born Again set to debut on Disney+, the return of Karen Page is a testament to the strength of legacy in a story. Dario Scardapane's dedication to upholding developed characters ensures that the series will be loyal to its emotional foundation. With Deborah Ann Woll back on board, fans can look forward to a continuation that is respectful of what came before while holding the potential for fresh things in the life of Matt Murdock.

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