Curious about all the Easter eggs hidden throughout the penultimate episode of Daredevil: Born Again season 2? As Matt Murdock trades the courtroom for the battlefield and unlikely allies answer the call, episode 7 weaves together Netflix-era nostalgia, sharp comic book parallels, and surprise returns that plant major seeds for what lies ahead.
Here’s a breakdown of every Easter egg and MCU connection tucked inside “The Hateful Darkness.”
Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 Episode 7 easter eggs listed
1. The Sergeant Who Became Chief
Detective Brett Mahoney (Royce Johnson) returns as Cherry’s inside man at the precinct. He pulls strings to transfer Karen to the 15th Precinct. Mahoney has climbed from sergeant to Chief of Detectives since the Netflix era. He previously helped arrest The Punisher in Daredevil season 2.
2. The Killer in the Mirror
Muse appears in the one-way mirror behind Heather Glenn during Karen’s evaluation session. The reflection signifies Heather’s fractured psyche after Muse nearly killed her in season one. Set photos suggest a brand-new version of Muse will appear in season 3.
3. The Ghost of Wesley
Mayor Fisk visits Karen in her cell and tells her she has “taken people” from him. He references Wesley, his former right-hand man, whom Karen shot in Netflix’s Daredevil season 1. Actor Toby Leonard Moore reprised his role as Wesley in season 2, episode 5 flashbacks.
4. The Hero for Hire Goes Global
Mr. Charles reveals that Luke Cage currently works overseas doing “the Lord’s work.” This confirmation explains Luke’s absence ahead of his confirmed return in season 3. Luke Cage season 2 ended with the character taking control of Harlem’s criminal underworld.
5. A Prayer Answered in Boots
Matt Murdock prays for help at Clinton Church after getting shot in the leg. Jessica Jones arrives, choosing to stay and help Daredevil’s resistance against Fisk. Season 3 will reunite the entire Defenders team, including Mike Colter and Finn Jones.
6. The Crash That Changed Everything
Heather Glenn brings up Karen’s younger brother Kevin, who died in a car accident. Karen was driving during the crash, as shown in Daredevil season 3 flashbacks. Kevin’s death motivated Karen to leave home and eventually arrive in New York.
7. One Good Deed for a Dark Avenger
Bullseye saves the governor after Fisk orders her assassination, completing Daredevil’s “one good deed” challenge. This parallels comic arcs where Bullseye briefly became a Thunderbolt and Dark Avenger. Daredevil also references Bullseye’s past victims, including Foggy Nelson, Father Lantom, and Ray Nadeem.
8. Forgot How Encouraging You Are
Matt sarcastically comments that he forgot how “encouraging” Jessica Jones can be. The remark nods to their clashing dynamic dating back to 2017’s The Defenders. Matt first met Jessica when he attempted to serve as her lawyer.
9. The Punisher’s Soft Spot
Heather strikes a nerve by referencing Karen’s relationship with Frank Castle. Karen and The Punisher share a significant history across Netflix’s Marvel shows and Born Again season 1. Frank has consistently cared more for Karen than anyone else in his life.
10. The Good Man Who Gave Everything
Daredevil specifically names Ray Nadeem among Bullseye’s past victims during their confrontation. Played by Jay Ali, Nadeem was an FBI agent manipulated by Fisk in Netflix’s Daredevil season 3. He ultimately sacrificed his career and life to bring Fisk down.
