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.