Kevin Feige "got chills" when Ryan Coogler called him about casting David Jonsson as the new Black Panther:...
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Key Points:
- Kevin Feige revealed that director Ryan Coogler secretly met with actor David Jonsson and unanimously agreed to cast him as the new Black Panther.
- Coogler described feeling a deep conviction about Jonsson being the right choice after their secret meeting, leading Feige to approve the casting.
- The announcement was made at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, where it was confirmed that Black Panther 3 will release on December 15, 2028.
- The film will focus on a grown-up version of T'Challa's son, introduced in the Wakanda Forever post-credits scene, with Jonsson playing this new Black Panther.
- David Jonsson is known for his roles in Alien: Romulus and The Long Walk, earning a BAFTA Rising Star award in 2025, highlighting his suitability for the role.
