Is a New Jessica Jones MCU Series "Sooner Than You Think?"

Good news, True Believers! It looks like our favorite super-powered, P.I. with a penchant for whiskey, Jessica Jones, might be getting her own Marvel Cinematic Universe series after all. Marvel Studios exec Brad Winderbaum and star Krysten Ritter herself have dropped some seriously exciting hints!

TL;DR: The Quick Scoop on Jessica Jones' MCU Future

• Marvel's Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum, teased a new Jessica Jones series could be "sooner than you think."
• Krysten Ritter confirmed she's had talks with Marvel about exploring new storylines for Jessica, saying "we're going to be doing it."
• Jessica Jones is set to make her official MCU comeback in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, premiering in March 2026 on Disney+.

Marvel's "Open Secret" is Out: An MCU Jessica Jones Series is Brewing!

Fans have been clamoring for the return of Krysten Ritter's sarcastic, super-strong private investigator ever since her Netflix series wrapped up, and it seems Marvel is finally listening! The whispers started getting louder after Marvel Studios' Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation, Brad Winderbaum, was recently put on the spot during an interview on the Phase Hero podcast.

When asked directly, "So, when's Jessica Jones: Born Again?", Winderbaum responded with a cheeky, yet incredibly telling, chuckle: "Maybe sooner than you think." This isn't the first time Winderbaum has expressed his love for the character; back in 2024, he named Jessica Jones as the one character he'd most want to see return to the MCU. That earlier comment even sparked a hopeful reaction from Ritter, who told ComicBook in mid-December 2024, "Brad Winderbaum said that? That's really exciting to hear. Isn't that the guy who makes the call? Come on, Brad! Let's get it going. Let's do it. I'll be ready."

Krysten Ritter Herself Drops Major Hints About Future Storylines

It gets even better! Krysten Ritter, who will reprise her iconic role in the upcoming Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, later joined the Phase Hero podcast. While she remained tight-lipped on specifics, her comments strongly hinted that a standalone project is indeed in the works. She revealed that she's already discussed future possibilities with Marvel, indicating that there’s plenty of unexplored territory for the character.

"There's a lot of stuff that I've felt there was room to explore, and Brad and I talked about it. And I am not going to say any of it, because we're going to be doing it."

— Krysten Ritter on the Phase Hero podcast

That "we're going to be doing it" sounds pretty definitive to us! Ritter has consistently expressed her excitement about returning to the character, telling ScreenRant in July that "It's very exciting. I am very thrilled to be back in Jessica's boots. There's more story for her, and it's really exciting." She also described the new Daredevil: Born Again series as feeling "gritty" and "big," promising that "fans are going to be very, very thrilled."

The MCU's "Street-Level" Heroes are Making a Mighty Comeback

This potential Jessica Jones revival perfectly aligns with Marvel Studios' evolving strategy for its Disney+ content. It seems they're shifting towards more "street-level," character-focused, and potentially less astronomically budgeted shows, moving away from the "giant, quasi-movies" like Secret Invasion. Daredevil: Born Again is clearly a significant launchpad for this approach.

We've already seen Jon Bernthal's Punisher return, confirmed for Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, with his own Disney+ special already finished filming, and even a role in the next Spider-Man movie! There are also rumblings of Luke Cage and Iron Fist making their way back into the MCU via Daredevil, possibly paving the way for a Heroes for Hire show. Even Elektra actress Elodie Yung has expressed interest in returning. This all points to a glorious reunion for the Defenders and their allies.

While Daredevil: Born Again's premiere ratings might have paled in comparison to the likes of Agatha All Along, its critical and audience reception has been strong enough that Marvel renewed it for a third season even before Season 2 officially drops. This commitment to its grounded heroes speaks volumes about the future of Marvel's TV slate.

A Look Back at Jessica Jones' Original Netflix Run and Its Lasting Impact

For those who might need a refresher, the original Jessica Jones series ran for three seasons on Netflix from 2015 to 2019. Created by Melissa Rosenberg, it quickly became a fan favorite, especially its chilling first season featuring David Tennant's villainous Kilgrave. It was one of only two Marvel Netflix shows (the other being Daredevil) to make it past two seasons.

The series, alongside other Defender shows, was unfortunately canceled in early 2019. This was largely due to declining viewership across Netflix's Marvel offerings, high production costs, and Disney's move to reclaim the licensing rights for its then-new streaming service, Disney+. However, the fan demand for Krysten Ritter's critically acclaimed portrayal never faded. In March 2022, after Disney officially regained the rights, all three seasons of Jessica Jones were added to Disney+, and the series was later retroactively added to the official MCU timeline as part of Phase 2.

When Can We Expect More Jessica Jones in the MCU?

First things first, mark your calendars! Jessica Jones will officially return to our screens in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, which is slated to premiere on Disney+ in March 2026. This highly anticipated season will see Matt Murdock assemble a team of allies to take down Mayor Wilson Fisk. We even got a glimpse of Jessica's return in the first trailer shown at the recent New York Comic Con, further fueling the excitement!

As for her own potential new series, while Marvel hasn't given an official release window, some reports suggest a new Jessica Jones season (which would technically be her fourth) might not debut until 2027 at the earliest. This timeline makes sense given Daredevil: Born Again's ongoing production (Season 3 is set to film next spring) and other "street-level" projects like The Punisher's special in the pipeline. But with Winderbaum's "sooner than you think" and Ritter's confident "we're going to be doing it" comments, it feels less like a distant dream and more like an exciting, inevitable reality!

Frequently Asked Questions About Jessica Jones' MCU Return When does Jessica Jones return to the MCU? She'll officially be back in Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, which is set to premiere in March 2026 on Disney+. Is a new standalone Jessica Jones series officially confirmed? While there's no official green light from Marvel yet, Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation Brad Winderbaum and star Krysten Ritter have given very strong hints that a new series is actively being discussed and developed. Where can I watch the original Jessica Jones series? All three seasons of the original Netflix series are currently available to stream on Disney+. What's the latest on Daredevil: Born Again? Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again arrives in March 2026, and Marvel has already renewed the series for a third season! Sources

• Various news reports (Forbes, GamesRadar+, ComingSoon.net, etc.) based on interviews with Marvel Studios' Brad Winderbaum and Krysten Ritter.
• Phase Hero podcast interview with Brad Winderbaum and Krysten Ritter.
• ScreenRant interview with Krysten Ritter.
• ComicBook interview with Krysten Ritter.