Ryan Coogler announces David Jonsson as the new Black Panther
Director Ryan Coogler has announced that David Jonsson will star as the new Black Panther in the upcoming third installment of the film series. The movie, which features Jonsson as Prince T’Challa II, is scheduled for release in December 2028.
Why it matters
This casting marks a significant transition for the Marvel Cinematic Universe following the passing of Chadwick Boseman and the subsequent narrative shift in the franchise.
There’s a new Black Panther, and his name is David Jonsson. Director Ryan Coogler announced at Marvel’s San Diego Comic-Con panel on Saturday that Jonsson would be assuming the role. Jonsson will play T’Challa’s son in “Black Panther 3,” which will be out on Dec. 15, 2028. Coogler is returning to direct the third movie in the series. “Thank you to this amazing family that I have the honor and the privilege and the blessing to join,” Jonsson said onstage after Coogler shared the news. “I actually don’t want to say too much because I want to let this screen do the talking.” The crowd roared with applause upon learning the news.
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