Punisher & Crossbones: Fan Dream Fight Ignites

Fans are clamoring for a potential on-screen clash between Frank Grillo's Crossbones and Jon Bernthal's Punisher. This desire intensified after Grillo commented on Bernthal's recent Instagram post, despite Crossbones being deceased within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Bernthal is preparing for his return as Frank Castle in the upcoming Marvel TV release, The Punisher: One Last Kill, slated for the 2026 TV schedule. This standalone storyline marks a significant moment for the character's first solo MCU narrative since his acclaimed portrayal.

The actor has been actively engaging fans about his vigilante's comeback post-Daredevil: Born Again. His recent social media activity, including a world-weary black-and-white photo, resonated with followers. A comment from former Walking Dead co-star Sarah Wayne Callies humorously noted Bernthal's appearance. However, it was Grillo's direct comment that truly ignited fan imagination, leading to widespread calls for a Crossbones versus Punisher confrontation, regardless of the former's MCU status.