Jon Bernthal Reprises Punisher, Special Filming Features Ma Gnucci Role

Fans of Marvel's The Punisher are actively speculating about the actress portraying the antagonist Ma Gnucci in the upcoming untitled Punisher special presentation, with guesses including Judith Light, Chloë Sevigny, and Amanda Plummer based on circulating set photos. Judith Light, an Emmy-winning actress known for roles in Who’s the Boss? and Law & Order: SVU, is a popular candidate, while others suggest Chloë Sevigny, an Oscar nominee, or Amanda Plummer, known for Pulp Fiction and Star Trek: Picard. Jon Bernthal returns as Frank Castle/The Punisher with a new bearded look and suit for the special, which he co-wrote with director Reinaldo Marcus Green. The special presentation, which began shooting in New York, promises a compelling story described as "a shotgun blast" with emotional depth. Additionally, Bernthal's Punisher will appear in the MCU film Spider-Man: Brand New Day, where the character will have a toned-down tone fitting the family-friendly style of the Spider-Man series. The special presentation is expected to debut on Disney+ in 2026, further expanding the Punisher’s storyline within the Marvel Cinematic Universe.