TL;DR : Marvel is developing Black Panther 3, reportedly titled Shadows of Wakanda, with filming expected to begin in June 2026 and a planned release on February 18, 2028. The story focuses on Wakanda’s internal conflicts after T’Challa’s death, with Shuri fully stepping into her role as the new Black Panther. Ryan Coogler confirmed the movie is his next project.
Main Facts
- Black Panther 3 is in development, with the rumored title “Shadows of Wakanda.”
- Filming is expected to begin June 15, 2026 in London, with a planned release on February 18, 2028.
- Director Ryan Coogler confirmed at Deadline’s Contenders event: “We’re working on it.”
- Coogler is writing a role specifically for Denzel Washington, stating:
- “Denzel is family at this point.”
- “I’ve been trying to work with him since day one. I think he’s the greatest living actor.”
- The film is produced by Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, and Nate Moore.
Story Focus
The plot centers on Wakanda’s internal conflicts following King T’Challa’s death.
- Shuri embraces her role as Wakanda’s new Black Panther and leader.
- Rumored storyline includes internal rebellions, divided clans, and political instability.
Zenzi, leader of the Nigandan Army - The antagonist may include Zenzi, a revolutionary with psychic abilities linked to Killmonger’s past experiments.
- Other rumored threats include Hydra, Baron Zemo, and potential links to Doctor Doom or the Shadow King.
Cast and Characters
- Confirmed/Expected returnees:
- Letitia Wright (Shuri / Black Panther)
- Danai Gurira (Okoye)
- Winston Duke (M’Baku)
- Lupita Nyong’o (Nakia)
- Angela Bassett (Queen Ramonda)
- Denzel Washington (role undisclosed)
- Rumored:
- Damson Idris as an alternate T’Challa or another Black Panther variant.
- A second Black Panther may appear in Avengers: Doomsday, reportedly from the X-Men universe.
Rumor Origins and Spread
- The “Shadows of Wakanda” title and filming date originated from an unverified ProductionList.com entry in early November 2025.
- Marvel has not officially confirmed the title, but has confirmed the movie is in active development.
MCU Context
- The film continues themes from Black Panther: Wakanda Forever: grief, leadership, and Wakanda’s stability after T’Challa’s death.
- Could include mystical elements like Shadow Physics and ties to the multiverse, possibly introducing an alternate T’Challa.
- Related Wakanda-focused projects, like Eyes of Wakanda and the Okoye series, are building toward this film.
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