Overview

• Black Panther 3 is in active early development under writer-director Ryan Coogler, marking his return to the franchise.
• Coogler has written a bespoke part for Denzel Washington, aiming to elevate the series’ star power.
• Marvel executives report strong internal excitement for the threequel, reflecting the studio’s move to concentrate on marquee titles.
• A report from The Hot Mic suggests production could begin in early 2027 with a February 2028 release date, though Marvel has not confirmed a schedule.
• Projects such as Blade and Deadpool 4 have been deprioritized as Marvel reallocates resources to its highest-profile films.