Punisher #5
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| Writer | Ben Percy |
| Artist | Sergio Davila, Jose Luis Soares |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
WAR ZONE! Wounded and reeling as his own body begins to turn against him, Frank Castle has no choice but to confront the ghosts of his past and the grisly reality of his future all wrapped up in one, as JIGSAW'S machinations and mind games come to a senses-shattering head! Face front, True Believers, because, in this issue, all the puzzle pieces start falling into place!
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9.4
Fanlight Zone - Richard Coryell
Jun 17, 2026The Punisher #5 brings another action and drama filled issue that moves this series in a great direction. The violence of the fight is what we’ve become accustomed to in this series over the decades of its existence. However, the strong dramatic scenes and deeper storylines is what really drives this current run. As we move into the next arc, it’s a perfect time to jump into this series. So, consider grabbing a copy and checking out what this creative team is doing with this legendary franchise. Read Full Review
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7.5
Comic Book Clique - Frank Jarome
Jun 20, 2026Public Enemies Punisher #5 wraps up the first story arc with a bloody and brutal showdown between Frank Castle and Jigsaw, which has our hero on the back foot more than we're used to seeing. I do worry that he's losing that "normal man" feel, as Castle withstands more punishment than a regular person should be able to, but I'm hopeful that can be reined back in. Based on the end of this issue, he's not going to have any time to rest before he's in someone's crosshairs again. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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10
Plot
Plot: Frank is the victim of Jigsaw's cuts to key points in his muscles and joints. Frank falls wounded and almost immobile. Jigsaw is about to remove the foot from his face because he already has the Punisher uniform made of human skin, but his overconfidence leads to the Punisher mortally wounding him. Meanwhile, Tombstone, who has escaped from prison, attacks the house where Punisher and Jigsaw are with bullets and Molotov cocktails.
Punisher returns fire with bullets and a grenade. Punisher escapes the scene to treat his wounds.
Reporter Madeline Phipps, who works for Jigsaw and is now a television anchor for WNEX, produces a misleading report, blaming the Punisher for Jigsaw's murders on the mobsters who work more+ Like • Comment -
7.5
There are moments of greatness, that remind me of the best of 80s comics. What is missing is a more distinct voice. The art is excellent at times too, but then there are also some really bland and stiff looking panels that took me out of the overall intensity of the story.
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9.5
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