Daredevil fans are in for a treat! A new miniseries, Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell, is launching, reuniting writer Charles Soule and artist Steve McNiven. This series draws inspiration from The Dark Knight Returns, depicting an older, powerless Matt Murdock grappling with his past.
Set in a future where superheroes are largely absent, the story explores what remains of Matt Murdock when his powers are gone. Soule explains this approach allows for a fresh perspective on the character, stripping him down to his core while creating unique narrative possibilities outside standard continuity. The series features a new corner of the Marvel Universe with its own unique history.
Soule views this collaboration with McNiven as an evolution of their past work, including Death of Wolverine, emphasizing their collaborative process and mutual trust. The series will feature surprising twists involving Daredevil's supporting cast and villains.
Cold Day in Hell aims to be an accessible entry point for new readers, requiring only basic knowledge of Daredevil's background. It also draws inspiration from Soule's previous Daredevil comic run, which heavily influenced the Daredevil: Born Again series on Disney+. Soule confirms that elements beyond Mayor Fisk and Muse are adapted from his comic work.
Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #1 releases April 2, 2025.
