It’s official!
Marvel just confirmed that ‘Black Panther III’ will hit theaters on Dec. 15, 2028, at Marvel’s Comic-Con in San Diego on Saturday, July 25.
Ryan Coogler will direct the threequel, bringing Letitia Wright back as Shuri and Winston Duke as M’Baku.
Wright teased a playful dynamic between Shuri and Jonsson’s T’Challa II, hinting that Shuri will guide him as he steps into the Black Panther role. “I’m going to have a really, really good time, a lot of fun,” she said. She also pointed to how Shuri’s growth has been shaped by her relationships with Ramonda and T’Challa, reflecting a generational shift that honors Wakanda’s legacy while pushing its story forward.
Coogler brought out David Jonsson at Marvel’s Comic-Con 2026 panel, confirming him as T’Challa’s son in the third chapter of Black Panther. The 32-year-old, born in London, has emerged as one of the most exciting young performers in the UK entertainment industry.
The actor expressed his gratitude for joining the Marvel family.
“Thank you to this wonderful family that I have the honor, privilege, and blessing of joining,” Jonsson said. He added, “I don’t want to say too much because I want to let the screen do the talking, but believe me, the honour is entirely mine.”
– David Jonsson
Coogler backed Johnson: “He’s the guy, he’s the guy, I felt it. I felt it in my soul. He’s a good man, and he is the next Black Panther.”
Jonsson stepping in as the adult son of T’Challa has sparked divided reactions online, with many fans embracing the casting while others remain disappointed that Marvel chose not to recast Chadwick Boseman’s original character.
The first two Black Panther films grossed a combined $2.2 billion globally, cementing the franchise as one of Marvel’s biggest.
Following Boseman’s untimely passing in August 2020, this announcement marks a significant moment for the franchise as it continues to evolve.
Michael B. Jordan expressed his excitement for the new Black Panther while on the red carpet for ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day.’ Us fans want to know, will he have a cameo in Part 3, because I’m pretty sure he’s gonna show up? What’s a Ryan Coogler film without MBJ in it?
And these days it’s reported that Jordan’s net worth in 2026 sits at $50 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. He’s earned that mainly through his acting career, though he’s also worked as a model, executive producer, and director.
What do y’all think? Are you here for Jonsson as the new Black Panther, or were you hoping for a different direction? Drop your thoughts below.
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