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EW has learned that Marvel has ordered a spin-off starring vigilante character introduced in

Jon Bernthal will reprise his role as vengeful military veteran Frank Castle, who brings his own lethal form of justice to Hell’s Kitchen.

marks the sixth series ordered (so far) as part of the collaboration between Netflix and Marvel Television, including the upcoming

. (And in case you’re wondering, as we are, whether Bernthal’s character will also be added to

lineup, that’s not yet clear – though it seems likely he’ll at least pop in for an appearance.)

spin-off was first reported by TV Line last summer. Netflix and Marvel are expected to publicly announce the project later Friday. Here is the first teaser image for the new series:

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