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Damson Idris Teases Talks for Black Panther 3 as Coogler Adds Denzel Washington Role

Black Panther 3 remains without a release date, balancing speculation over T’Challa’s recasting against a part written for Denzel Washington.

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Damson Idris attends the premiere for the film F1 The Movie in New York City, U.S..
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Overview

  • Damson Idris playfully responded “yes-no” when asked if he’d discussed taking over as Black Panther and confirmed he would accept the role if formally offered.
  • Ryan Coogler has confirmed he is writing a role specifically for Denzel Washington in the upcoming third installment.
  • Marvel Studios dedicated Wakanda Forever to Chadwick Boseman’s memory and officially denied recasting T’Challa in February before casting talks resurfaced.
  • Black Panther 3 is in active development under Coogler’s direction, though Marvel has yet to announce a release date.
  • The MCU is reportedly exploring narrative devices such as the multiverse or an aged T’Challa II to introduce a new Black Panther in a manner that pays tribute to Boseman’s legacy.