Vincent D’Onofrio’s Kingpin is dominating Marvel’s street-level world in 2026, both on-screen and in headlines. As Daredevil: Born Again raises the stakes, fans are loudly asking one question about his cinematic future. But while his power grows in New York, a complicated barrier still quietly decides his big screen fate.

Vincent D’Onofrio has made it clear that Kingpin’s absence from Marvel movies comes down to rights limitations, not creative choice.

“It’s tough right now. They have the rights to a lot of characters from the Spider-Man series, but they don’t have mine, not completely,” he said to GQ.

He also said, “I don’t know what they’ll do,” underscoring the uncertainty surrounding the legal roadblock.

On screen, his Wilson Fisk is far from sidelined. In Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, Fisk operates as New York City’s Mayor while secretly maintaining his criminal empire. He leads an aggressive Anti-Vigilante Task Force, targeting masked heroes and reshaping public perception. The character blends political authority with ruthless control, making him one of the MCU’s most dangerous grounded antagonists currently.

While Fisk tightens his grip on New York’s streets, D’Onofrio’s real-world moves hint at an even bigger ambition.

Daredevil: Born Again era sees Vincent D’Onofrio spark crossover excitement

Off-screen, Vincent D’Onofrio is having a packed year balancing Marvel commitments and public appearances. He is actively promoting Daredevil: Born Again while engaging fans about a potential Spider-Man crossover. He has openly pushed Marvel and Sony to resolve their issues, fueling excitement around a long-awaited clash rooted in comic history.

As for Spider-Man: Brand New Day, D’Onofrio maintains that Kingpin is not officially part of the film due to those same rights complications. Despite rumors of reshoots and hidden appearances, nothing has been confirmed. Still, the film reflects Fisk’s influence through its storyline, reinforcing one reality: Kingpin’s movie future depends more on contracts than storytelling decisions.

What are your thoughts on Kingpin missing from Marvel movies despite the hype? Let us know in the comments.

Written by

Shraddha Priyadarshi

Edited by

Aliza Siddiqui