David Jonsson to play adult T’Challa II in Black Panther 3, releasing Dec 2028
Director Ryan Coogler and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige announced at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026 that British actor David Jonsson will play adult Prince T’Challa II in Black Panther 3. The film is set for a theatrical release on December 15, 2028, one year after Avengers: Secret Wars debuts on December 17, 2027. Jonsson will portray the son of the late Chadwick Boseman’s King T’Challa, continuing the legacy after Boseman’s death in 2020. The sequel will be shot entirely on large‑format celluloid film, a departure from the MCU’s digital standard, aiming for a rich, IMAX‑friendly visual style. Returning stars Letitia Wright (Shuri) and Winston Duke (M’Baku) will reprise their roles, confirming their continued presence in Wakanda’s story. For Nigerian fans of the franchise, the casting signals a long‑term direction for the Black Panther saga and offers a chance to see a new actor step into an iconic role that resonated strongly across Africa when Boseman’s portrayal celebrated African excellence on a global stage.
Will you be watching Black Panther 3 when it releases in December 2028, and how do you think Jonsson will honor Boseman’s legacy?