Luke Cage Iron Fist Appear New York Fans Anticipate Defenders Reunion

Speculation about the return of Luke Cage and Iron Fist to the Marvel Cinematic Universe has intensified amid the production of Daredevil: Born Again season 2, which is currently filming in New York. Actors Mike Colter (Luke Cage) and Finn Jones (Iron Fist) have both been spotted in New York and engaged on social media, fueling fan theories of a Defenders reunion, especially with confirmed appearances by Krysten Ritter's Jessica Jones. Both Colter and Jones have expressed interest in reprising their roles, and insider rumors suggest the entire Defenders team might appear in the series to support Matt Murdock's fight against Wilson Fisk. Production changes and a creative overhaul in season 1 paved the way for a stronger connection to the original Netflix Marvel shows, with season 2 expected to expand on street-level heroes as a cost-effective approach for Marvel. Additionally, there are indications that Iron Fist's character arc might involve a mentor role to a new generation, adding depth to the narrative. The series is anticipated to premiere on Disney+ in early 2026, marking a significant expansion of the MCU's street-level superhero universe.