Ryan Coogler Confirms What's Next for 'Black Panther' After 'Wakanda Forever'

Marvel's 'Black Panther' franchise remains one of the studio's biggest triumphs, earning more than $2.1 billion worldwide across its two blockbuster films. With several Wakandan characters set to appear in 'Avengers: Doomsday,' director Ryan Coogler has now confirmed that the future of Wakanda is far from over.

Ryan Coogler Reveals 'Black Panther' Future

According to a recent report, Coogler revealed that 'Black Panther 3' is officially in development and will be the next film he directs. While plot details and casting updates remain under wraps, the secrecy is likely tied to Marvel's upcoming titles 'Avengers: Doomsday' and 'Avengers: Secret Wars,' which are expected to feature Letitia Wright's Shuri, Tenoch Huerta's Namor, and Winston Duke's M'Baku in major roles. 

Ryan Coogler explained that the team is already working hard on the project and that it will follow his newest releases on the production slate.

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Coogler launched his directing career in 2009 and has since built an acclaimed résumé, with 15 producing credits and eight films as director. His most recent feature, 'Sinners' (2025), starring Michael B. Jordan and Hailee Steinfeld, earned $367 million globally. His filmography also includes 'Fruitvale Station,' 'Creed,' and 'The Sculptor.' 

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A Look Back at the 'Black Panther' Legacy

The first 'Black Panther' film debuted in 2018, with Chadwick Boseman leading as T'Challa, the king and protector of Wakanda. After appearing in 'Captain America: Civil War,' the character became a global phenomenon, and the movie went on to earn over $1.3 billion, ranking as the seventh-highest-grossing film in the MCU.

In 2022, 'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever' continued the story by exploring Wakanda's grief after T’Challa’s death. The sequel introduced Shuri as the new 'Black Panther' and earned $859 million worldwide, receiving five Oscar nominations, including a historic nod for Angela Bassett in Best Supporting Actress.

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Wakandan heroes will next appear in 'Avengers: Doomsday,' though their roles remain tightly guarded. Fans will have to wait and see how their stories unfold as the Avengers assemble again.

Both 'Black Panther' films are currently streaming on Disney+.

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