Ryan Coogler confirmed throughout a reside panel that Black Panther 3 can be his subsequent movie, marking his official return to Wakanda whereas Marvel continues to honor Chadwick Boseman‘s legacy with a posthumous Hollywood Walk of Fame star.

Speaking at Deadline’s Contenders Film occasion on the Directors Guild of America, Ryan Coogler broke the information whereas discussing his upcoming tasks with Deadline’s Mike Fleming Jr. When requested immediately in regards to the third installment of the franchise, Coogler didn’t dodge the query.

“If it was anybody but you, I would say, ‘I can neither confirm or deny,’” Coogler mentioned. “But we’re working on it hard. Yeah, it’s the next movie.”

The announcement comes as Marvel Studios continues to navigate the way forward for the Black Panther sequence following the 2020 demise of Boseman, who portrayed T’Challa.

Boseman died at age 43 after a non-public four-year battle with colon most cancers, which progressed from Stage 3 to Stage 4. His household disclosed his prognosis solely after his passing, revealing that only a few individuals knew about his situation throughout his last years of appearing.

Marvel opted to not recast T’Challa, as an alternative shifting the story’s focus to different characters. In 2022’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Letitia Wright’s Shuri stepped into the function of the brand new Black Panther, persevering with her brother’s legacy within the narrative.

Coogler has additionally hinted at increasing the Wakandan universe with new expertise. Denzel Washington revealed in a 2024 interview that Coogler was “writing a part for me” within the third movie.

Coogler later confirmed the collaboration, saying, “As long as he’s interested, it’s going to happen.”

The Black Panther franchise has generated over $1.3 billion globally and earned important acclaim. The 2018 movie turned the primary superhero film nominated for Best Picture on the Oscars and gained three Academy Awards.

As Marvel gears up for the subsequent chapter, Boseman can be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 20, 2025.

The ceremony can be held at 6904 Hollywood Boulevard, with Coogler and Viola Davis anticipated to be in attendance. Boseman’s widow, Simone Ledward-Boseman, will settle for the honour on his behalf.

Ana Martinez, producer of the Walk of Fame ceremonies, mentioned, “The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is deeply honored to celebrate Chadwick Boseman’s extraordinary legacy with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. His powerful performances and enduring impact both on and off screen continue to inspire generations around the world.”

Boseman’s profession included standout portrayals of Jackie Robinson in 42, James Brown in Get On Up and Thurgood Marshall in Marshall. His last function in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom earned him a posthumous Academy Award nomination.

While Marvel has not launched casting or manufacturing dates for Black Panther 3, Coogler’s affirmation signifies the mission is actively shifting ahead.

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