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Fight or Flight

  • Episode aired Jan 18, 2019
  • TV-MA
  • 55m
IMDb RATING
8.1/10
6.1K
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Jon Bernthal and Giorgia Whigham in The Punisher (2017)
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Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.Frank and a reluctant Rachel go on the run as a menacing adversary gives chase. Meanwhile, Madani pays Russo an unwelcome visit.

  • Director
    • Jim O'Hanlon
  • Writers
    • Gerry Conway
    • John Romita Sr.
    • Ross Andru
  • Stars
    • Jon Bernthal
    • Ben Barnes
    • Amber Rose Revah
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.1/10
    6.1K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jim O'Hanlon
    • Writers
      • Gerry Conway
      • John Romita Sr.
      • Ross Andru
    • Stars
      • Jon Bernthal
      • Ben Barnes
      • Amber Rose Revah
    • 14User reviews
    • 21Critic reviews
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    Jon Bernthal
    Jon Bernthal
    • Frank Castle
    Ben Barnes
    Ben Barnes
    • Billy Russo
    Amber Rose Revah
    Amber Rose Revah
    • Dinah Madani
    Josh Stewart
    Josh Stewart
    • John Pilgrim
    Floriana Lima
    Floriana Lima
    • Krista Dumont
    Giorgia Whigham
    Giorgia Whigham
    • Amy Bendix
    Alexa Davalos
    Alexa Davalos
    • Beth Quinn
    Tony Plana
    Tony Plana
    • Rafael Hernandez
    Teri Reeves
    Teri Reeves
    • Marlena Olin
    Joe Holt
    Joe Holt
    • Sheriff Hardin
    Brandon Gill
    Brandon Gill
    • Deputy Ken Ogden
    Jamie Ann Romero
    Jamie Ann Romero
    • Deputy Murphy
    • (as Jamie Romero)
    Rudy Eisenzopf
    Rudy Eisenzopf
    • Deputy Dobbs
    Ramona Floyd
    Ramona Floyd
    • Doctor Evans
    Ashley August
    Ashley August
    • Debbie
    Todd Ryan Jones
    Todd Ryan Jones
    • Davy
    • (as Todd Jones)
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    Ian Poake
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    • Director
      • Jim O'Hanlon
    • Writers
      • Gerry Conway
      • John Romita Sr.
      • Ross Andru
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    User reviews14

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    7Leofwine_draca

    Slower, but holds the attention

    A slower episode, this one, more focused on character building and a lot of it set in a motel room. It has its moments and still holds the attention throughout.
    7Calicodreamin

    Not sure where it's going...

    Episode two and I'm not sure still where this second season is headed, would like to at least know what the girls running from. She's a bit annoying too, like where are you going to go?
    7highmarksreviews

    Broken pieces (Short review)

    Hindered by the introduction of an underwhelming character and some progression loss, "Fight or Flight" dialled it down to focus on some otherwise compelling drama.
    8Barry_Garrick

    Building the jigsaw

    This episode demonstrates why, in my opinion, this series will never reach the heights of Daredevil. While the action and choreography can be just as good at times, the story tends to linger and each episode doesn't progress the plot enough to stand by itself. Episodes 1-10 in season 1 had a similar issue before exploding into action in the final 3 episodes.

    Also the supporting cast here, often leaves a lot to be desired as it is always very noticeable when Bernthal is off screen. However, it is far too early for me to judge the new characters so I'll have to wait and see.
    9kingsx_64

    Who writes these female characters?

    All in all It's a great series, and I will continue to watch. But regardless if it's Daredevil or The Punisher, almost every female character is written the same. Egotistical, self-important and willing to get everybody killed because THEY want what THEY want. Consequences be damned. Or is this simply writers confusing arrogance with strength

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    • Trivia
      Jon Bernthal is 5' 11'' (1.8m) in real life. Frank Castle is 6' 3" in the comics. During the mugshots sequence, Frank Castle is seen as his appropriate 6'3".
    • Goofs
      The Larkville Sheriff is wearing "P.D." collar brass. They should be "S.O." or some other abbreviation for "Sheriff's Office."
    • Quotes

      Frank Castle: They died from terminal stupidity.

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    • Release date
      • January 18, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Locust Valley, New York, USA(location)
    • Production companies
      • ABC Studios
      • Marvel Television
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    • Runtime
      • 55m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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