Marvel has dated Black Panther 3 for Dec. 15, 2028, and announced at Comic-Con that David Jonsson will star as Prince T’Challa II, the franchise’s new lead, with Ryan Coogler returning to direct.
Details:
• New lead: David Jonsson will portray the adult Prince T’Challa II, who first appeared as a child at the end of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
• Returning team: Ryan Coogler returns as director, while Letitia Wright reprises her role as Shuri and Winston Duke returns as M’Baku.
• Release date: The film is scheduled to open in theaters on Dec. 15, 2028, following Marvel’s Comic-Con announcement.
• Franchise shift: The film marks T’Challa II’s first starring role in the Black Panther series.
What to watch?
Marvel is expected to reveal additional cast members, production updates and the film’s first promotional materials ahead of its December 2028 release.
