Archive · 16 Nov 2025
Ryan Coogler Confirms Black Panther 3 is Next, Hints at Denzel Washington Role
The director of the Black Panther movies, Ryan Coogler, has said that the next film he will make is 'Black Panther 3'.
He confirmed this at a special movie event.
This will be the third movie in the series.
The first movie starred Chadwick Boseman as the Black Panther.
After he passed away, the second movie, 'Wakanda Forever,' focused on his sister, Shuri, played by Letitia Wright.
Ryan Coogler also mentioned that he really wants to work with the famous actor Denzel Washington in this new movie, and they are trying to make it happen.
He even hinted that filming for the movie might start fairly soon.
Director Ryan Coogler has confirmed 'Black Panther 3' will be his next film.
Coogler indicated production could begin 'not long' from now.
Denzel Washington has suggested he is being considered for a role in the film.
Coogler expressed a strong desire to work with Denzel Washington in 'Black Panther 3'.
The first 'Black Panther' starred Chadwick Boseman, while the sequel 'Wakanda Forever' focused on Letitia Wright's character, Shuri.
- Who
- Director Ryan Coogler
- What
- Confirmed that 'Black Panther 3' is his next project and hinted at Denzel Washington potentially joining the cast.
- When
- Recently, during Deadline's Contenders Film event and in a separate interaction on the Nightcap podcast.
- Where
- Deadline's Contenders Film event and Nightcap podcast.
- Why
- To continue the Black Panther trilogy and fulfill a desire to work with Denzel Washington.
Coogler's Previous Statements on Originality
Coogler's Confirmation of Black Panther 3
Focus on New Projects
Coogler's Previous Statements on Originality
Previously expressed a desire to create original films and work with collaborators before their schedules became too difficult.
Coogler's Confirmation of Black Panther 3
Explicitly stated that 'Black Panther 3' is the 'next movie' and that they are 'working on it hard.'
- Director
- Ryan Coogler
- Next Project
- Black Panther 3
- Original Lead
- Chadwick Boseman (T'Challa)
- Sequel Lead
- Letitia Wright (Shuri)
- Potential New Cast Member
- Denzel Washington
- Production Timeline Hint
- Cameras could roll 'not long' from now
