Netflix’s dark superhero show “Daredevil” began streaming its long-awaited third season on Oct. 19. The series came back with thirteen new episodes but, more importantly, it returned to its original form that made it so successful in the first place.

The show’s second season confused audiences as the story became engrossed with mystical ninjas. However, in its newest season, “Daredevil” took a much-needed course correction and the story picks up where “The Defenders” – Netflix’s superhero crossover series – left off.

The leading premise is that Matt Murdock, the titular hero, is presumed dead by both his friends and the city. In the beginning, viewers find Matt – played by Charlie Cox – as a broken man, both physically and mentally. Due to his extensive injuries, his special abilities are on the fritz. Without his alter-ego Daredevil, Matt feels powerless. But fury is a powerful motivator, and he once again becomes Daredevil.

Later on, Murdock starts to wrestle with the idea of his alter-ego – coming to grips with his violent nature, questioning his purpose, seeking redemption and deliberately cutting off his friends Karen and Foggy.

The fact that our hero contemplates all the things he has done makes the show more genuine. A man who dresses up in a costume at night to punch criminals should have a couple of screws loose, and the new season does not shy away from painting our hero as crazy. Daredevil is prone to pushing his dark side, despite having a solid moral compass; however, this does not make him a bad guy.

Matt’s rival this season is once again Wilson Fisk, played by Vincent D’Onofrio. Fisk is released from prison, ostensibly under house arrest in order to aid the FBI. D’Onofrio is commanding and threatening in the role; his presence fills every frame, even when he is not on screen.

It is not just D’Onofrio’s physicality that is impressive, but his chilling confidence as well. Fisk represents an effective oppositional force toward Matt – someone whose background is not that different from his own, but has always made the opposite choices. The duality of Fisk and Murdock – aka the pull between good and evil – drives this season’s story.

The iconic Daredevil villain, Bullseye, is also introduced this season. His action scenes are fun to watch. Bullseye’s perfect aim with any weapon is a bit corny, but very entertaining. There is even an entire episode of this season dedicated to Bullseye’s backstory.

The third season of “Daredevil” is a back-to-basics approach that will thrill the fans who fell in love with the rough-and-tumble, grounded spirit of the first season. It is a solid return to its roots after an over-crowded second season, bringing back the focus on the characters that really matter.