The Trial of the Incredible Hulk

David Banner enters a sprawling metropolis hoping to stay hidden as David Belson. He carries the burden of the Hulk persona, seeking anonymity among the crowds. The city, controlled by Fisk and watched by Daredevil, becomes his new battleground.

On a commuter train, Banner intervenes as two passengers molest Ellie Mendez. The struggle triggers Banner’s transformation, unleashing the Hulk and causing chaos. Police quickly restrain him after the disruption.

David Banner is detained by police and charged with assaulting Ellie, who claims her attackers saved her from him. The case is muddled as Daredevil and Fisk close in, implying a larger conspiracy. Banner’s fate hangs on whether Ellie can be persuaded to tell the truth.

Blind defense attorney Matt Murdock offers to take Banner’s case for free, sensing there is more to the story. He explains that Ellie's attackers work for Fisk, whom he is trying to bring down. Banner remains wary but acknowledges Matt’s concern for the truth.

Matt questions Ellie, but she falters mid-interrogation, especially after Matt reveals his heightened senses. She clings to the version that Banner attacked her, creating a dangerous contradiction. Matt grows convinced Banner might be truthful.

Fisk orders Ellie's nurse to give her a lethal injection to silence her, but Daredevil breaks into the hospital and stops the nurse. The assault confirms there are powerful forces trying to control Ellie's testimony. Ellie remains a target, and protection becomes a priority.

Angered by Ellie's cooperation, Fisk has her abducted from protective custody before she can testify. The plot to protect Fisk’s reputation intensifies as Daredevil and Banner must act. The stakes rise as Ellie's safety is compromised again.

In jail, Banner experiences a nightmare of transforming on the witness stand. The stress triggers a real transformation, and the Hulk breaks out of prison. The escape escalates tension for the impending trial.

Daredevil tracks Banner's location and enters his apartment to bring him to stand trial. Banner unmasks Matt Murdock in a tense moment, and Matt explains his origin of powers. Banner begins to see there may be a shared fate with Daredevil.

Matt explains the radiation accident that blinded him and gave him enhanced senses, and he reveals his inspiration from Tendelli. Banner accepts that Matt’s gifts can be used for good, and the two begin to respect each other as partners. David starts to trust Matt's plan to face Fisk.

Fisk convenes crime bosses to propose a nationwide syndicate and presents footage of Daredevil’s apparent death as leverage. The display shows Fisk's growing control and intimidation. Banner and Daredevil decide to stand up to Fisk together.

Banner and Daredevil infiltrate Fisk’s office tower to discredit Fisk and rescue Ellie. They face heavy defenses, and David receives crucial help from Edgar, Fisk's trusted ally who hints at having saved many from Fisk's wrath. The plan hinges on turning the fight back on Fisk.

Daredevil breaches the meeting; crime bosses flee as the plan to shield Fisk’s operations unravels. Banner and Matt manage to save Ellie and expose Fisk’s manipulation. The alliance between Banner and Daredevil solidifies a mutual purpose.

With Fisk thwarted, Banner heads to a Portland radiation lab to search for a cure, while Matt remains in the city to protect it. The two vow to continue fighting Fisk's crime and to keep each other informed. The city is left safer, but the threat from the Hulk remains real.