Is Jessica Jones officially returning to the MCU in 2026?

Yes, Jessica Jones is officially returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2026. Marvel Television has confirmed that Krysten Ritter will reprise her iconic role in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, which premieres on Disney+ on March 4, 2026.

This marks the first on-screen appearance of the private investigator since the Netflix series ended in 2019. However, Marvel has clarified that her return will function more as a “rebooted reintroduction” rather than a direct Season 4 continuation.

Is Marvel rebooting Jessica Jones or continuing the Netflix story?

Marvel is taking a hybrid approach. According to Marvel Television executive Brad Winderbaum, Jessica Jones will be “re-established” for MCU audiences through a significant narrative time jump.

This creative choice allows Marvel to keep Ritter’s beloved portrayal intact while freeing the character from strict dependence on the old Netflix-era continuity. While the events of the Defenders Saga remain canon, the time jump accounts for narrative changes and sets a new direction for the character in a post-Blip New York.

What did Marvel say about the Jessica Jones time jump?

In an interview with GamesRadar, Winderbaum confirmed that a major part of Jessica Jones’ return will focus on explaining “what she has been doing” since fans last saw her.

The time jump creates space for character evolution—Jessica may be in a very different mental space compared to the trauma-heavy arcs of her solo series. Winderbaum teased that this update will include “major surprises,” though specific plot details remain under wraps.

How does Jessica Jones fit into Daredevil: Born Again Season 2?

Jessica Jones will re-enter the story as a reluctant ally in Matt Murdock’s fight against Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio), who is now wielding political power as New York City’s mayor. Charlie Cox has confirmed that the sharp, bickering dynamic between Matt Murdock and Jessica Jones—a highlight of The Defenders—will continue in this new season.

Will Jessica Jones get her own Disney+ series?

Marvel has not officially announced a standalone Jessica Jones Disney+ series yet. However, the studio has already greenlit a Punisher Special Presentation, proving they are willing to invest in Defenders-era solo projects.

Furthermore, Winderbaum has hinted that a new Jessica Jones project may arrive “sooner than expected,” making her 2026 appearance likely a “backdoor pilot” for a future solo revival.