Black Panther III announced at Comic
Marvel Studios has announced 'Black Panther III' at Comic-Con, with British actor David Jonsson cast as the lead. The film, directed by Ryan Coogler, will follow the story of T'Challa's son as he matures into his role.
Why it matters
The continuation of the Black Panther franchise is a major cultural and financial event for the Marvel Cinematic Universe following the passing of Chadwick Boseman.
Superhero movie fans will officially return to the world of Wakanda in “Black Panther III,” the newest entry in the Marvel film franchise, the studio announced at Comic-Con on Saturday. British actor David Jonsson will play the lead role in the film, due out on December 15, 2028. Known for his performances in the HBO television series “Industry” and the 2025 film “The Long Walk,” Jonsson steps into the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the son of T’Challa, the original Black Panther superhero played by actor Chadwick Boseman. Boseman, who rocketed to fame in 2018’s “Black Panther,” died in 2020 at the age of 43 as a result of colon cancer. Marvel announced the Black Panther three-quel with Jonsson appearing in front of thousands of fans at Comic-Con’s famous Hall H.
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