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Michael B. Jordan Welcomes Black Panther 3 Casting News at Comic-Con
entertainment28 days ago

Michael B. Jordan Welcomes Black Panther 3 Casting News at Comic-Con

At Comic-Con 2026, Michael B. Jordan reacted enthusiastically to news that David Jonsson will star as the adult son of T’Challa in Black Panther 3, which will be shot on 70mm and released December 15, 2028. Jordan, who portrayed Erik Killmonger in the first film and Wakanda Forever, has not been officially confirmed to reprise his role. Boseman’s death in 2020 is noted, with Jordan previously paying tribute to him; the casting marks a major development for the upcoming sequel.

Feige: Coogler’s secret Black Panther pick gave him chills
entertainment28 days ago

Feige: Coogler’s secret Black Panther pick gave him chills

Kevin Feige recounts that Ryan Coogler secretly met with David Jonsson and, after a strong impression, the two unanimously cast him as the grown‑up Black Panther; Feige says he “got chills” when Coogler called to say he’d found the right actor, a reveal made at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 alongside Black Panther 3’s December 15, 2028 release.

David Jonsson tapped as the next Black Panther, ushering Wakanda's next era
entertainment29 days ago

David Jonsson tapped as the next Black Panther, ushering Wakanda's next era

British actor David Jonsson, a Bafta Rising Star winner known for Industry, The Long Walk and Rye Lane, was announced by director Ryan Coogler at Comic-Con as the new Black Panther, portraying T'Challa II—the Wakandan king’s secret son who grows into the mantle after Chadwick Boseman’s 2020 passing. The reveal drew praise from fellow stars and fans, with co-stars Letitia Wright and others weighing in, and Coogler stressing the coming-of-age arc. The film is slated for December 2028, part of Marvel’s MCU slate, and follows efforts to honor Boseman’s legacy while expanding the Black Panther family. A wider Comic-Con lineup also highlighted new MCU projects, including Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider.

David Jonsson Named Next Black Panther for Black Panther 3
movies29 days ago

David Jonsson Named Next Black Panther for Black Panther 3

British actor David Jonsson, raised in East London, is set to play T’Challa in Black Panther 3, succeeding Chadwick Boseman. Director Ryan Coogler privately recommended him after meeting him, and crowds cheered when he was introduced at Comic-Con. Jonsson has risen from Industry to lead roles in Rye Lane and Alien: Romulus (Bafta Rising Star nomination), and he emphasizes Black representation as he steps into Wakanda’s royal line.

Black Panther 3 finds its new king: David Jonsson as adult T’Challa after secret meeting
movies1 month ago

Black Panther 3 finds its new king: David Jonsson as adult T’Challa after secret meeting

Kevin Feige announced at Comic-Con that Black Panther 3 is happening with David Jonsson cast as the adult T’Challa (Toussaint) after a secret meeting with Ryan Coogler; the film is dated December 15, 2028, and Jonsson steps into the mantle alongside Letitia Wright and Winston Duke, with questions remaining about Shuri and Wakanda’s future.

David Jonsson to Play T’Challa’s Heir in Black Panther 3
entertainment1 month ago

David Jonsson to Play T’Challa’s Heir in Black Panther 3

At Marvel's SDCC panel, Ryan Coogler announced David Jonsson will play Prince T’Challa II, T’Challa’s son who will take the Black Panther mantle in Black Panther 3 (due December 15, 2028), with Coogler returning to direct; Jonsson is known for Industry, The Long Walk, and Alien: Romulus. The piece also notes Ryan Gosling will star as Ghost Rider in a 2028 reboot directed by Shawn Levy.

David Jonsson to Star as Black Panther’s Son in 2028 Sequel
film1 month ago

David Jonsson to Star as Black Panther’s Son in 2028 Sequel

At San Diego Comic-Con, Marvel announced Black Panther 3, with David Jonsson cast as an adult version of T’Challa’s son. The film, directed by Ryan Coogler, will shoot in 70mm and is set to hit theaters on December 15, 2028, continuing the Wakanda saga after Chadwick Boseman’s passing and likely impacting the wider MCU after Avengers: Secret Wars.

David Jonsson to Front Black Panther Saga as T’Challa II in 2028 Return
film1 month ago

David Jonsson to Front Black Panther Saga as T’Challa II in 2028 Return

David Jonsson has been cast as the new Black Panther, portraying Prince T’Challa II in Black Panther 3, due in theaters December 15, 2028. The film follows his coming-of-age story as he inherits the mantle, with Ryan Coogler directing and Leticia Wright and Winston Duke reprising their roles; the announcement came during Marvel’s Comic-Con Hall H panel.

David Jonsson Cast as T’Challa II in Black Panther 3, 2028 Release
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David Jonsson Cast as T’Challa II in Black Panther 3, 2028 Release

At San Diego Comic-Con, Ryan Coogler announced Black Panther 3 will hit theaters on December 15, 2028, with David Jonsson playing T’Challa’s grown son Toussaint, aka T’Challa II, who was teased at the end of Wakanda Forever. Letitia Wright and Winston Duke will return, Denzel Washington is in the cast, and the franchise continues after Chadwick Boseman’s passing, following the franchise’s strong box-office legacy.