Jack Duquesne aka Swordsman’s Role in Daredevil: Born Again, Explained

Tony Dalton’s Jack Duquesne, also known as the Swordsman, has made his return in Daredevil: Born Again. After his debut in Hawkeye, where he was framed for murder and later teamed up with Kate Bishop and Clint Barton, his reappearance in the gritty Daredevil revival raises questions about his role in Wilson Fisk’s criminal empire. Here are the details.

Hawkeye’s Jack Duquesne / Swordsman’s return in Daredevil: Born Again, explained

Jack Duquesne is a rich and high-profile socialite who was engaged to Eleanor Bishop, Kate Bishop’s mother. Initially suspected of killing his uncle, Armand Duquesne III, Jack was later revealed to be innocent. Eleanor had framed him while secretly working with Kingpin.

After discovering the truth, Jack, who is also a skilled swordsman, joined forces with Kate and Hawkeye to take down the Tracksuit Mafia in Hawkeye’s climactic battle. Jack Duquesne’s knowledge of Fisk’s criminal dealings makes him a key player in Daredevil: Born Again. Notably, Jack referred to Fisk simply as “Fisk” rather than “Mayor Fisk,” hinting at his lack of respect for the crime-lord-turned-politician.

Variety reported that Tony Dalton will appear in at least two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again, suggesting his character may assist Matt Murdock in taking down Fisk. With Kingpin now New York City’s mayor, Jack Duquesne’s insider knowledge could prove invaluable.

Since Hawkeye, Jack’s whereabouts have been unknown. His return in Born Again places him in a darker, more violent setting, aligning with the show’s Netflix-era tone. Whether he becomes an ally to Daredevil or operates as a rogue vigilante remains to be seen. Moreover, with Kingpin’s empire expanding, Jack Duquesne’s past connections and combat skills make him a wildcard in the battle for New York’s soul in Daredevil: Born Again.

Daredevil: Born Again is available to watch on Disney+, with new episodes releasing weekly on Tuesdays.