I think many would agree that Marvel has lost its magic touch. While there are the odd standout movie or show (look especially at "Guardians of the Galaxy 3"), the franchise seems to be stuck in some sort of creative nightmare. For the past few years, my excitement for upcoming projects has been nonexistent.

But when I heard the news of Marvel's upcoming reboot, "Daredevil: Born Again," I felt a surge of excitement that I haven't felt in a long time. I had been waiting for a series that could capture the gritty, intense atmosphere that "Daredevil" so perfectly captured (and, coincidentally, is one of my favorite shows of all time).

The original "Daredevil" series set the bar high with its complex characters, moral dilemmas, and unflinching look at the dark side of heroism. When I hear this reboot being compared to "X-Men '97," another popular series known for its mature themes and bold storytelling, it gives me hope that Marvel is ready to embrace a serious tone again.

On Marvel's official podcast, Brad Winderbaum (head of streaming at Marvel Studios) said: 'Daredevil' is great; there are similarities to X-Men '97. It's because they've brought back something that fans love, but they've taken it in a new direction. The characters have matured. The universe is not what it used to be. Things have changed. Society has changed.

Winderbaum continued: "Matt and Wilson have changed, and their characters clash in ways we've never seen before. It's no longer enough to just try to kill each other; there are political games to be played."

The next few movies and shows in Marvel's lineup look very promising. Daredevil: Born Again is one of them, and given that the original series is one of my all-time favorites, I have high hopes for the reboot."

What I am most excited about is the potential for deeper character development and a more complex (but badass) plot. There are many threads left in the original series that could be explored further, and a darker, more mature approach could provide the perfect canvas for these stories.

Additionally, the plot of "Daredevil: Bourne Again" seems to inherit the same darkness and grit of the original show. It focuses on Matt Murdock/Daredevil (Charlie Cox) as he deals with the aftermath of his identity being revealed. Kingpin (Vincent D'Onofrio) attempts to ruin his life, attacking his relationships, his career, and even his will to keep fighting.

Marvel's commitment to pushing the envelope with "Daredevil: Born Again" may be just what the MCU needs right now. It's a chance to recapture the edge and intensity that got me hooked on the story in the first place, and if it can capture the magic of X-Men '97 while adding its own twist, this reboot could not only rival its predecessor, it could surpass it. [And I can't wait for the day when I can feel the magic that once made this franchise so special. Now you can review the original series "Daredevil" on Netflix, or watch the Marvel movies in order while you wait.

"'Daredevil': Bourne Again" will be released on Disney Plus in March 2025.