David Jonsson to Star in Sequel With 2028 Release
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Marvel Studios announced that Black Panther 3 will begin filming on 70mm and is scheduled for release on December 15, 2028, during their San Diego Comic-Con panel.
- David Jonsson will star as the adult son of T’Challa, taking on the mantle of Black Panther, marking a new chapter following Chadwick Boseman’s portrayal and passing.
- Jonsson is a rising actor known for roles in Alien: Romulus, The Long Walk, and the TV series Industry, receiving enthusiastic support from fans at the announcement.
- The sequel follows the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which introduced T’Challa’s son and shifted focus to Shuri, and will release after Avengers: Secret Wars, potentially impacting the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe.
- The Black Panther franchise has been highly successful, with the original 2018 film earning $1.3 billion globally and becoming the first superhero movie nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards; Wakanda Forever also performed well, grossing over $850 million and winning an Oscar.
