As Hernandez went on, Castle was told that the prints and DNA had been wiped from the system and replaced with those of a dead man. The Punisher promised that whenever Russo looked at his reflection and only saw ugliness, he would always be reminded of his day. During his killing spree, the Punisher had been confronted by the New York City Police Department and the District Attorney's office, as well as the Daredevil. Castle told the waitress what he wanted and was asked if he was going to stay, noting he that it all depends on the eggs. While he was opening birthday cards from his two children, Castle cheered as he discovered that his wife had bought him tickets to go and see a Bruce Springstein concert when he returned home, which Castle then proudly showed off to Billy Russo. [23], Time for you to make a choice. ""Maybe none, but I still need to find a way to put him behind bars. Madani replied that she left the Homeland Security and joined the CIA which allowed her to use the Agency equipment to track down Castle. [1], You got the wrong guy. But even though Frank Castle didn't show up in Episode 5, that doesn't mean fans of The Punisher should skip it. I told you. Castle targeted the Kitchen Irish, the Dogs of Hell, and the Mexican Cartel for the involvement for shooting and started to eliminate all members of three gangs and other criminals along the way. Bendix pushed on saying she needed it for protection. Although Madani insisted that she would simply arrest Russo through legal means, Castle recommended that she not hesitate before shooting Russo dead, as Russo would not hesitate. But not just to yourself, you've gotta admit it to everybody else. Acting quickly, Castle and the girl drove Quinn to the nearest hospital, only to be stopped by more hostiles in hot pursuit. Season 2 of Daredevil offered a mini origin story for The Punisher, but his solo series finally reveals why Frank Castle's family was killed. Bendix had knocked on the door, as Clive looked through a peephole in the door and had immediately refused to allow Castle in. Castle tried to get away, but was ambushed by many of Jigsaw's men, slashing and shooting Castle as he yelled for Russo. He shot soldier in the arm and escaped on his van. They began shooting at the truck, killing the man, while they were still unaware of Castle's true location as he continued to watch the entire event unfolding just as he had planned. Castle and Micro watch the news where he stated his hatred of cowardly bombers. Although neither of them knew it at first, Murdock was already dealing with his fellow vigilante as a potential client. As the mercenaries finally regained their bearings, the Punisher took cover before shooting at a flash grenade he had hidden inside a light, blinding a man before he gunned him down. The Punisher then stepped inside the room and checked that Bendix was okay, before looking at Anderson Schultz, who was now frozen in horror upon seeing his wife get shot in the head, with the Punisher noting that he was going to offer them both a choice, but Eliza clearly made hers. When his wife, son, and daughter were murdered, a devastated Castle turned into a violent almost sociopathic individual, determined to kill every single criminal who had a hand in his family's death. Hoyle said that John Pilgrim arrived to take her, but Bendix ran. As Daredevil and Punisher bond, everyone's favorite legal secretary-turned-journalist Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll) starts digging into Frank's past. What exactly happened to Frank Castle's family on Daredevil ? Matt just takes the time to finally try to understand Frank and listen to his explanation behind One Batch. During the standoff with the mercenaries, the Punisher had furiously called out to Billy Russo, who he assumed would come into their ambush personally. Just as Castle prepared to take the shot and execute Grotto, he was interrupted by Daredevil, who rushed onto the rooftop and disarmed Castle, knocking the gun from his hands. Quinn had noted that she believed Castle, claiming that she did not usually make a habit of bringing men home, with Castle saying that did not either, as they laughed together. However, he did not confront Castle. Castle and Hoyle took Nelson back to his place and met up with Dinah Madani. With this information, Castle was told that his crusade of violence would never end before he fatally stabbed Dutton in the gut and then attempted to escape the block. Wilson then took Page hostage to escape while wearing a bomb vest, heading to the elevator he prepared earlier. Suddenly, a tennis ball came flying by his face. He then quickly realized it was Bendix, trying to practice her gun removing skills. However, just as Castle got to the front door, he noticed Rex Quinn playing in the living room, as he reassured Rex that his mother was upstairs. ""Yeah, I don't think so. Despite many of Castle's friends recommending against the marriage due to how short their relationship had been, Castle and his new wife began a happy life together living in New York City. Quinn was shot in the shoulder, but Castle grabbed her shotgun and finished off the final two attackers. Frank goes on his killing spree as The Punisher. However, after discovering his innocence in the matter, his drive for vengeance and to take down Russo returned and he readopted the mantle. When Lewis is clear of the floor, the surviving agents targeted Castle. At first, the only real change is that Frank served in Iraq and Afghanistan and the gangs who kill his family are a bit more fleshed out. Daredevil: Directed by Mark Steven Johnson. Castle then confronted Fisk for attempting to have him killed after murdering Dutton, but Fisk explained that since Castle's survival he had made a new plan involving him since he was impressed by his violent nature. [25], You gonna run? However, Castle had then turned onto WHiH World News, as he had then watched the reporting all about Russo's recent escape from the Sacred Saints Hospital, with the reporter noting that Russo was likely armed and dangerous, as Castle stared at the image of Russo on the screen, as he considered what his next actions would really be. Cooley sent Rafe to check the money was indeed there and explained that he would keep Castle alive until it was returned. As Micro had still doubted their plans, Castle then ordered him not to have any second thoughts, telling him to quiet down his thoughts. Walking over to him, the Punisher first removed Jack's mask before questioning where Russo was. Since Bendix continued looking at him, Castle glanced over to her again, as she again questioned what he wanted, to which Castle had just claimed that Bendix was the one who had actually been looking at him, before he questioned if Bendix was doing okay, only for her to just pay Quinn for the drink and then walk away from the bar. [22], You can't leave, Frank. However, Castle was using their overconfidence to get the blade he hid under his chair, which he used to furiously stab Rawlins in the chest. The Punisher Reveals Why Frank Castles Family Was Really Killed, The Punisher: What You Need to Know From Daredevil Season 2, Things You Completely Missed In The Punisher, Big Bang Theory Secretly Hinted At Paiges Dark Young Sheldon Future, Cobra Kai Ending With Season 6 Wasn't Netflix's Decision, Says Creator, It's True, Matt Smith's Post-Doctor Who Success Breaks A 60-Year Trend. Castle upholds an honor code of "One Shot, One Kill"; getting the job done as quickly as possible, whilst trying to avoid any collateral damage. Before he takes his final breath, Daredevil takes off his mask, revealing his true identity as Frank's friend, Matt Murdock. ""I'm not the one who's gonna be talking.Punisher and Kazan. With that, Castle then left the apartment and walked back into New York City, intending to speak with Curtis Hoyle, as he trusted that Hoyle would actually be able to give him the honest truth about their situation and what to do. Matt serves has his lawyer and takes his side on several occasions. Madani ordered Castle not to actually leave the apartment, which he had reluctantly agreed to. However, Russo noted how Arthur Walsh took away Russo's love of their game when Walsh attempted to sexually molest him as a child, while Walsh had been one of his careers at the children's home. [23], Castle and Amy Bendix went to the bus station and waited. ""It's your lucky day, asshole.Punisher and Amy Bendix. Castle later read a newspaper article by Karen Page, whom the bomber had directly mailed, speaking out against the bomber, which he regarded as reckless provocation. Castle had then let Bendix back into the apartment, as she immediately commented that she had learnt that Castle's wife and two children had been murdered in front of him while they were all out in Central Park together, as she questioned why Castle never told her about this, which Castle did not answer. Then to get her other hand under his arm. Castle predicted that Marlena Olin, who had another crew of mercenaries arrived at the Tides Motel. The pair engaged in a brutal fistfight during which Castle attempted a few times to shoot his attacker. He managed to save Karen from Schoonover's villainous grasp, and dragged the traitor to a cabin in the woods to reap his revenge. Facial recognition software confirms that the man you are looking at is indeed Frank Castle. Castle reassured Micro that having footage of Ahmad Zubair's death along with the countdown at the Hideout had clearly done what they intended, which was why Anvil had not killed them. Changing the subject, Hoyle then told Castle about how he was dating Delia Robinson, which pleased Castle, although Hoyle insisted that he did not want Robinson to get anywhere near the war with Russo. It was only until Fisk revealed to Castle that Dutton had information on the deaths of his family in Central Park and could likely give him the name of whoever was responsible for the massacre, that Castle accepted his offer. Punisher Prison Fight Scene | Daredevil (2x9) [HD Color Regraded]Property of Marvel and Netflix. Castle commented on the theory that it was impossible to hear the bullet that kills you being fired, leading to him asking Daredevil if he heard the bullet being shot into his helmet. You know, up close, I'd rather have this than any firearm.Frank Castle to Zach Lieberman, That skull? When Castle then asked what had caused this, Bendix explained that Fiona had given them the job in Chicago to work as the catering for a funeral and take pictures of the guests, as they took a picture of David Schultz kissing his male partner in private, while noting that she had felt weird about doing it but dismissed these thoughts as they no longer mattered. Taking the time to clear his mind, Castle went on a cruise and sat down quietly upon thinking his past. His fans brought flowers and hundreds of stuffed animals and toys to the memorial, presumed to be in honor of Castle's deceased children. ""I am not leaving.Curtis Hoyle and Frank Castle. In the Punisher Kills the Marvel Universe, Matt Murdock is close with Frank Castle. The X-Men - along with several other heroes - were summoned to fight Magneto, Apocalypse, and a host of other villains on the moon. As he sat in silence, the Punisher listened as Russo mockingly answered the call, knowing what had happened to all his men, as the Punisher noted that the Russo he had served within the United States Marine Corps would have been brave enough to come to the ambush alone, although Russo simply commented on how he had men of his own who could be sent to the fights. En route to the elevator, Castle was confronted by Brett Mahoney and the Emergency Service Unit who ordered Castle to surrender. Punisher noted that John Pilgrim had killed Konchevsky, noting that Pilgrim was also hunting down Amy Bendix and some photographs, as he demanded that Kazan start talking. Castle kept himself out of sight as Madani arrived alone and greeted Micro, who was waiting for Castle alongside Leo Lieberman. Madani and Hoyle asked where he had been. Inside, Castle used the emergency hatch to escape into the shaft, reaching the roof to escape via a zip-line. So, The Punisher has landed. Pilgrim used this opportunity to hit Castle with a shovel. The Punisher then showed Schultz the recording of him confessing to their conspiracy, as well as the murder of both Sergei Konchevsky and Nikolai Poloznev, and Fiona's entire Crew. [9] Using his criminal persona "Blacksmith," Schoonover then arranged a deal between Mexican Cartel, Dogs of Hell, and Kitchen Irish and they started a firefight. He calls himself Micro. ""I'm not lonely right now. [31], You still think this piece of shit is worth saving. This virus affects multiple superheroes and villains as well, which is why it's also where Punisher does much of his hero killing. . Castle then returned to New York City to assist Daredevil in his confrontation with the Hand. [13] Castle had then gone overseas and had come back to meet his second child and his son, Frank Castle, Jr. for the first time, finding he was already walking and, upon seeing his father for the first time, the young Frank, Jr. had screamed at seeing him. However, Castle did not care and told Hoyle to stay in the car. Yeah. Who killed my family? After that, all of the other events of the comic are put into motion. The handcuffed Castle took the chance to attack Fisk, headbutting him, but the wounded and exhausted Castle was swiftly overpowered and beaten down by Fisk. Castle took Poloznev outside of the town, demanding information about the photographs and occurred murders. Castle struggled as he made his way to the hospital, seeing Brett Mahoney next to him. ""He's a lot scarier than Pete.Frank Castle and Leo Lieberman. Cyclops is the first hero killed when Punisher takes on the Marvel Universe. Castle complied as Pilgrim left with the hostage. The comic ends after that, but the implication is that Frank killed himself to fulfill his mission. He's gonna find you, he's connected. Castle stopped Rawlins, knocking him on the ground, learning of Russo's betrayal. Castle then ran out of the room, telling Bendix to take cover. Castle and his children then went back to the Castle Residence where he was also reunited with Maria Castle and they spent the day together, but Castle soon realized how weary he had become from all of his time being far away from his own beloved family. One of the most interesting killings, though, is at the end of Marvel Vs. An explosion kills two people.the Punisher stabs a man with a razor and then shoots him. [38], The woman, the kid, where they take them. Castle noted that Rex was a good kid, while they shared a laugh about him seemingly knowing a little too much about the world, although Castle insisted that Rex was more interested in playing hockey. As Russo got up, he suggested they meet at Central Park for their final battle, wanting it to be where Castle's entire family had been gunned down, before Russo had then simply walked out of the door. As the two wrestled, Russo struck Castle with his gun, leading to Castle letting his grip go. Although Grotto made it to the car, Castle took aim and fired off several shots at Grotto, while aiming away from Page whom he did not wish to harm as he viewed her as an innocent in this situation. Castle then casually walked down the street and approached Senator Schultz's apartment. Looking at his former friend, Russo noted that the Punisher was not looking too good, before noting that if anybody could be with him as he died, he was glad it was the Punisher. Why didn't you tell me that? ""You're going to take the bedroom, I'll take the couch.Amy Bendix and Frank Castle. Searching some more, he finally found scissors and used it to cut Mahoney loose from his seat belt. While Castle played his guitar and relaxed with Russo, he was introduced to one of his new squad members Gunner Henderson, a dry yet witty soldier from Kentucky who had deeply respected Castle as a fellow soldier, while Castle noted that he had also heard good things about Henderson from Jack Kimber. Castle grew proud and happy as she did it right. Frank Castle, Marvel's The Punisher, defines himself as a marine and a family man. You take that gun. Given that Karen Page is one of the only people who knows that Frank Castle is actually still alive, and that he didn't die at the docks that day, it makes sense that she would be drawn back into his orbit once he resurfaces during the events of The Punisher Season 1. He would use extreme tactics such as torture, brutality and eventually kill them. ""I already got a job, Madani. When Castle answered, he claimed that the caller had the wrong guy, to which Micro had used Castle's real name and noted that he was seemingly a dead man following the explosion at the Blacksmith's ship. Now furiously breaking down the wall again, Castle kept on beating it with his sledgehammer while remembering his children at Central Park. Whatever it is you're looking for I'm not it. Russo figured that Castle was listening and scolded Castle for being a monster. The Punisher | Fight Scene | Daredevil Season 2 | (2016) HD. Knowing he could not get away from his arrest, Castle took the time to explain why he became a vigilante, telling Daredevil about how he came home from the United States Marine Corps only to witness his wife, son, and daughter massacred by mobsters during a drug deal. Well, it was more of Daredevil listening to Frank. Castle demanded that Daredevil make his choice, as he was unwilling to allow Grotto to go free as he was sure that Grotto would kill again if given the chance. When the next day had past, Castle sat on the ground nearby Lance and Paulie, overhearing that they were discussing plans for an upcoming heist. [41], Castle then took David's phone and told him to call Anderson and Eliza Schultz. Quinn expressed her sympathies to Castle, while asking how long it had been since he lost them, with Castle noting that this sometimes feels like it only happened the day before, and sometimes it felt like a million years earlier, as Quinn held onto his hand. [15], For her, there was never going to be any tomorrow, see. You good with that? But if he don't remember us, who would it be?Frank Castle and Curtis Hoyle. Castle the stood up, saying she could have it if she took it from him. Once the gunfire had ceased, Castle pulled Page to her feet and together they made their way outside, keeping themselves low to the ground in case any more bullets were fired at them. Since those two other men assumed they heard gay sex in their stall, they walked out before the Punisher left O'Hare's corpse, zipping his hoody to hide the vest. Having smashed Russo's face in the mirror a final time, the Punisher had left his bleeding body behind and instead went to care for Carl and Hayley, cutting them down and setting them free. Six months later, Castle got a job as a construction worker and attempted to keep himself out of harm's way, avoiding stress as best he could. Believing himself to be gravely outnumbered and likely to be killed during this final firefight, Castle recited his daughter's favorite poem of "One Batch, Two Batch" to calm his nerves as he prepared for his final gunfight. What are you gonna do? In Punisher Kills the Marvel Universe, the title is taken literally. Castle went back to Billy Russo's warehouse and watched from above as Brett Mahoney surveyed the scene of two deaths: Anton Reed and Bobby. Madani expressed her frustration that Castle had brought yet another war into New York City, questioning if he was actually intending to do anything about Russo. Just as Paulie had started the car and attempted to drive away, Castle followed him downstairs, firing a single shot which hit Paulie square in the side of the head, killing him instantly. Several high-profile people are killed and the Punisher is framed, while Karen Page continues her investigation. When Pilgrim arrived, he held Bendix on her knees. As Clive was bleeding heavily and weeping out of terror, Castle then pressed the shotgun against his chest, as he prepared to execute the pedophile. Crucially, because this isn't actually the Punisher's show (though this episode appears to have mixed feelings about that), we don't hear all the details of his family's death. In an instant, she's across that classroom floor, she's in my arms. Castle visited his crew on the streets and shot them. One that gets encrypted tactical frequencies. After he reluctantly grabbed a sandwich from Chavez, Castle's scars were discovered by him, covering up to avoid any suspicion. Doctor Strange fights the vampires for a while, but eventually dies. Castle then took a gas tank and swung it at Pilgrim. Now it's time for the rest of the world to learn that Frank Castle is still out there and still as bloodthirsty as ever. He needed to enter a code and retinal scan to cancel it. That's a memento mori. They're wrong. While Castle remained at the bar, he witnessed Amy Bendix come to the bar and ordering a soft drink from Beth Quinn. Way too much drama, way too much bullshit dressed as 'character development'. Knowing that this would most likely be an ambush for him, Castle made his own plans about how to protect himself and ensure that his target was killed. Castle then went on to explain that there was a time that Russo had wanted to make Walsh pay for what he did previously to him, as they had both gone to find Walsh, only for Russo to then change his mind about assaulting Walsh. Bendix told Castle about how she had gone to get tacos for Fiona's crew but had found them all dead, so she had hidden under the bed and then witnessed John Pilgrim returning. Before the men realized the danger, the grenade exploded, killing two more people before the Punisher had then used the distraction to his advantage, storming out of the shadows and engaging in his surprise gunfight with the mercenaries, who were all too disorientated by the explosion to realized what was happening. We gonna, we gonna bring him in for justice, is that what we're gonna do? Page made it clear that she was having second thoughts about staying beside Castle, considering the fact that she was not a lawyer and therefore was now lying to the police. ""All right, let's do this. Castle was taken to Metro-General Hospital where his all of his wounds sustained while fighting the Kitchen Irish were treated and he was kept under watch by the New York City Police Department. When we join . [39], Where are we going? And it has been suggested that what was used in Romeo and Juliet for the potion that made Juliet appear dead was belladonna which is in the nightshade family. ""He's not gonna get it.Frank Castle and Karen Page. I think about all that shit you went through, I was one of these kids, I never stopped to think about how lucky I was, you know. Castle refused to talk to anybody. Madani found them and gave chase, but Castle blocked her and started to play chicken with her. While holding Castle at gunpoint, Wolf revealed some information about why Castle's family was killed then pulled the trigger. Despite Chavez's efforts to strike up a friendship as they discussed his career in the United States Marine Corps and Chavez family, Castle still kept his distance, not wishing to hurt Chavez if the truth was ever exposed about all the secrets which Castle had been hiding. As they walked down the streets of New York, Bendix questioned where they would go, as Castle told her that Curtis Hoyle had a place where they could stay in. [15], You took a bullet to the head and you're still kicking. Unwilling to give in to the Punisher's cruel and violent test, Daredevil used his one bullet to free himself of his chains and attacked Castle. ""Pain is only temporary right? Then, he simply waits for Hulk to transform back into Bruce Banner, and follows him into an abandoned alley. He did it another time before the third one finally popped it in. Later in the shootout, Castle would see Olin attempting to use a gun on her. He then admitted to Page that he killed three women and he did not deserve help from her. Bendix asked if he ever thought of her. ""The bullet you took was meant for me, alright, I owe you.Frank Castle and Dinah Madani. ""It might be. This caused Bendix, to get chased by Poloznev's bodyguards which she got rid of them by posing as a schoolgirl while Poloznev went to his car to leave the academy. Castle then shoot at that side, hoping Pilgrim would follow the sound. Donny Chavez asked Castle for any medical skills he had from the United States Marine Corps, but he simply walked away. ""That's right. While Madani took down these notes about Walsh, Castle suggested that he could take down Walsh for her, in order to keep Madani away from it, although Madani suggested that Castle might not be strong enough with a broken wrist. Castle dodged many punches in the closed off elevator, doing his best to not harm them too much. Daredevil is another character who's seen multiple deaths at the hands of The Punisher. Castle meanwhile was locked in his cell where he shaved and prepared for the trial. Quinn then commented that she did not feel lonely while she stayed around Castle, as he noted that he felt the same way with her. Castle loosely followed Pilgrim, telling Bendix to do what he said. O'Rourke took out a needle and was surprised when Castle willingly gave him his arm to inject Castle. [25], How's your team look? At the hideout, Micro watched a video of his family when Castle returned. [36], Alright, they call you the Punisher. [2], You're using my client as bait for the Punisher? Castle simply just told him it was his funeral. Castle then removed his mask and shirt, revealing the Punisher vest and skull. ""It would be a shame for us to take that from you.Frank Castle and Marion James. After Hoyle told Castle that he still had half of his life to live, he told Hoyle that he was already dead, although Hoyle insisted that he could still live out a full life as Pete Castiglione, being noted that he already punished anyone responsible for the deaths of his wife and children. When Daredevil commented on how he knew how to fight and had almost beaten him, Castle insisted they were not discussing brawling but war, which he viewed as a completely different matter altogether and one Daredevil did not understand. However, as he was being beaten into submission, the Punisher had then managed to reach behind him and grabbed a steel plate, which he used to strike the Russian across the face with incredible force. Castle braced himself against the side of the ambulance and pushed his shoulder into it hard, causing immediate pain. She is freaking out that she found a knife in his bag. Castle grew angry, saying he saw Russo's reaction and realized that he truly did not remember anything. There's only one problem. Looking at Castle's reaction, Bendix accused him of not understand what she had gone through, noting how Pilgrim had killed everybody she had ever cared about as she asked if Castle knew how this had felt, which he did not answer.