It’s been previously reported that Ben Barnes was joining the upcoming Punisher series for Netflix, but the role wasn’t yet confirmed. It was also reported that casting was underway for Microchip.
Well, now, Marvel has confirmed three new cast members, including two that we just mentioned.
The official release from Marvel reads as follows:
Ben Barnes (“The Chronicles of Narnia“) joins the cast as Billy Russo, Frank’s Castle’s best friend from his days in the Special Forces. He runs a successful private military corporation called “Anvil.”’
Ebon Moss-Bachrach (“Girls”) will play Micro, a former NSA analyst whose secrets may be of great value to Frank Castle and everyone around them.
And Amber Rose Revah (“Indian Summers,” “Son of God”) joins as Dinah Madani, a highly-trained sophisticated Homeland Security agent who is vexed by the Punisher.
Showrunner Steve Lightfoot had the following to say:
I’m really excited about the cast we’re assembling alongside Bernthal as Frank Castle,” Lightfoot said. “I look forward to watching Ben, Ebon and Amber embody these characters and breathe vivid life into the story we are crafting for this season of ‘Marvel’s The Punisher.”
Executive Producer and Head of Marvel Television Jeph Loeb added:
“We couldn’t be more thrilled about the remarkable talent joining Jon Bernthal in ‘Marvel’s The Punisher.’ Ebon, Ben and Amber are incredibly talented actors and we can’t wait to see them bring these characters to life.”
Micro was last seen (by the 2 people who watched it) in Punisher: War Zone, played by Wayne Knight.
TVLine had previously reported that Ben Barnes had joined the cast but it’s now confirmed.
Earlier today, set photos revealed the inclusion of a pretty big character from Marvel’s Daredevil, and if you haven’t seen them yet, be sure to check them out here.
Source: Marvel