Marvel's The Punisher: 31 Easter Eggs & References You Need To See

20. Full Metal Jacket

The Punisher's anti-war (or at least anti-military abuse) message wouldn't be complete without a look at at least one of the cinematic foundations of that genre, and there's a big reference to Full Metal Jacket in there.

During the Operation Cerberus flashback, Billy asks a familiar question at the end of the briefing: "So, does this mean Ann-Margret's not coming?"

It alludes to this clip, which also seeks to mock the leadership:

Curiously, of course, Vincent D'Onofrio plays Private Pyle in Full Metal Jacket and also Wilson Fisk in the Netflix MCU.