Marvel’s “Daredevil” added an essential figure in the world of the titular blind superhero. Scott Glenn joined the cast as Stick, the mysterious martial artist and mentor of Matt Murdock, a.k.a. Daredevil.
“Stick is one of the most important figures in Matt Murdock's life and Scott Glenn embodies all the qualities of someone so integral to this hero's journey," said Jeph Loeb, an executive producer and Marvel's Head of Television. "There are few actors who could bring such the authenticity, gravitas and charisma to such a key role in Matt's journey to become the super hero we call Daredevil."
Glenn recently starred in HBO's "The Leftovers." He's known for his roles in "The Bourne Ultimatum," "Silence of the Lambs" and "The Hunt for Red October."
British actor Charlie Cox will play Murdock/Daredevil. The crimefighter was blinded as a child, but instilled with extraordinary senses to compensate. He now fights for justice as a lawyer during the day and as his alter ego Daredevil at night.
Marvel’s first original live-action series on Netflix will take place in modern day Hell’s Kitchen in New York City. Cox and Glenn will co-star with Deborah Ann Woll (Karen Page, Murdock’s love interest), Elden Henson (Foggy Nelson, Murdock’s best friend) and Vincent D’Onofrio as super villain, The Kingpin.
Rosario Dawson will also star, but her character has not yet been identified. Some have speculated her role may be Elektra.
“Rosario Dawson will play a dedicated young woman whose quest to heal the wounds of Hell’s Kitchen brings Matt Murdock unexpectedly crashing into her life, while her own journey forever alters the course of his battle against the injustices of this broken city,” Marvel describes her character.
The production team for “Daredevil” includes many from the “Whedonverse.” In addition to Loeb (“Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), the executive producers include showrunner Steven S. DeKnight (“Buffy: The Vampire Slayer” and “Angel") and the series’ writer for the first two episodes, Drew Goddard (“Cabin In The Woods” and “Buffy: The Vampire Slayer”).
Marvel’s “Daredevil” will premiere its 13-episode first season in 2015 on Netflix.
