Was Punisher ever an avenger?

Fans have been longing for the avenging angel that is Frank Castle aka The Punisher to join The Avengers on the big screen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Well, according to the Russo brothers
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themselves, he has already appeared in one of their adventures, namely Avengers: Endgame
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The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos, that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks, compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios' grand conclusion to twenty-two films - Avengers: Endgame.
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, but he was pretty hard to spot.
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Why isn't the Punisher in The Avengers?

The MCU needs to introduce Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, without sacrificing his integrity, violent nature, symbology and status as an anti-hero. Frank Castle, aka The Punisher, has yet to appear in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, likely because of studio concern that the character isn't a good fit for the brand.
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Is the Punisher considered a superhero?

The Punisher, starring Dolph Lundgren, was the first true Marvel superhero movie. It's not as bad as you've heard... 1989's The Punisher is Marvel's first superhero movie.
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Was the Punisher ever Captain America?

Though only ever temporary, Frank Castle's use of the Sentinel of Liberty's iconic look was a memorable one -- that is, until the Punisher abdicated the role of Captain America to Steve Rogers' best friend and longtime sidekick, Bucky Barnes.
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Who would win Punisher or Black Widow?

16 Black Widow (defeat)

No offense to the top-level super-spy known as the Black Widow, but in a fair fight, she gets outclassed by The Punisher.
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10 Most Powerful Characters Killed By The Punisher



Who would win Wolverine or Punisher?

4 Beaten: Wolverine

You would think that Wolverine would have no issues going up against Punisher, due to his equally violent nature and incredible healing factor. However, the Punisher has actually been able to overpower Wolverine, in a particularly humiliating way as well.
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Who would win John Wick or the Punisher?

Honestly, Punisher might be the only one who even comes close. But he lacks John's style and flair, which gives him an edge. John Wick is someone that even the Punisher should absolutely steer clear of.
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Does the Punisher ever get the Super Soldier Serum?

Injected with a newly modified version of the Super-Soldier serum created by Mister Fantastic, Castle's physiology changed making him stronger, faster, more powerful than Steve Rogers ever was. Given the uniform and the shield, Frank quickly took on the role with great pride.
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What if Punisher has Super Soldier Serum?

What if Frank Castle in Marvel were to have the super soldier serum and take up the Captain America mantle? He couldn't. He would be a great and effective super soldier. An even scarier Punisher.
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Does the Punisher ever get powers?

Although his skills with a gun do seem supernatural at times, Frank Castle is actually the only Marvel hero we've met so far that doesn't have any super powers. That said, he is still a terrifyingly powerful man given his extensive training and proficiency in ammunitions from his time as a sniper in the Marines.
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What is the Punisher super power?

13 Superhuman Durability

Fact: the Punisher has an unnatural ability to endure pain, suffering and getting shot in the head. While we're not talking Luke Cage durability, Frank Castle gets beaten within an inch of his life on the regular and always bounces back with in a way that can only be called super.
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Has Batman fought the Punisher?

Despite superseding the Dark Knight in several areas and breaking even in others, the Punisher loses to Batman in a battle. There's a possibility the Punisher could get the better of Batman in a chance first encounter, but Batman's superior skills, training, and resources would quickly tip the scales in his favor.
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Is Frank Castle an avenger?

According to the Russo Brothers, Frank Castle did make an appearance in Avengers: Endgame, but you will have to look very closely. Fans have been longing for the avenging angel that is Frank Castle aka The Punisher to join The Avengers on the big screen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
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Will Punisher be in Moon Knight?

That's one of the superhero teams Moon Knight has been a part of in the comics. The Midnight Sons include characters like Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), Blade (Mahershala Ali), Ghost Rider, and The Punisher.
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Was Daredevil an avenger?

Of course, Daredevil joined the Avengers in Marvel Comics so there's precedent in the source material.
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What does Captain America think of the Punisher?

Captain America recognizes the Punisher's skill and the trauma he's been through, but he refuses to acknowledge him as a hero for stooping to the level of those villains. When Captain America dies in Civil War, Punisher changes his outfit to pay homage to his greatest hero.
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Is the Punisher immortal?

In fact, he may not even be mortal. While the Punisher's adventures usually only involved bullets, bombs and other real-world weapons, he's still has had some brief forays into the mystical and supernatural. In his first Marvel Knights series, retroactively titled The Punisher: Purgatory, Christopher Golden, Thomas E.
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Is Ghost Rider Frank Castle?

While most fans think of Frank Castle as the Punisher, there's a future version of him known as the Cosmic Ghost Rider. After going to Hell, Frank dealt with the devil Mephisto to become the Spirit of Vengeance. He also made a pact with Galactus to gain control of the Power Cosmic.
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Who would win Punisher or red hood?

1 The Winner: Punisher

Red Hood doesn't have a problem with killing, but it's not his go-to, at least not anymore. Punisher, on the other hand, is not about to fistfight some dude. He's going to go for the kill as soon as possible. Red Hood has fought a lot of guys with guns, but never one like the Punisher.
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Who would win Punisher vs Deathstroke?

1 WINNER: DEATHSTROKE

As for the verdict, and based on the wins, Deathstroke wins but it was definitely a close fight. Castle might get outmatched in their actual fight but he is never outgunned and will surely make Wilson sweat or even bleed. Ultimately, the supersoldier assassin from DC still wins.
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Who's better Daredevil or Punisher?

1 Winner: Daredevil

Despite Punisher's weapons training, Daredevil's superior martial arts skills and training give him the edge, as does his ability to call on allies for backup.
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Who is the punishers nemesis?

Last season, Punisher's arch nemesis Billy Russo had his visage horrifically carved up in the season finale, and he returns in The Punisher season 2 as a very different take on Jigsaw. His entry to the world of the sadly dwindling Marvel Netflix series of shows should be memorable and potentially violent.
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Who would win Punisher or Winter Soldier?

Kooky Love: Punisher wins. Winter Soldier is a bad dude, but Punisher has this one. Better equipment and skills. This fight probably won't get to close combat and if it does, punisher is a master when it comes to the knife.
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Can Daredevil beat Captain America?

The evidence in the comics is that Cap usually wins. But just given the bare stats, Daredevil definitely has the better training and a host of sensory advantages that Captain America lacks.
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