British actor David Jonsson cast as Black Panther in new sequel

By the Editorial Team · Monday, July 27, 2026

British actor David Jonsson has been cast as the lead in Black Panther 3, portraying the son of T’Challa, with the film set to premiere in the U.S. on December 15, 2028. This casting continues the franchise’s exploration of legacy following Chadwick Boseman’s passing, with returning stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke also confirmed to reprise their roles.

British actor David Jonsson has been announced as the lead for the upcoming film Black Panther 3, set to be released in the United States on December 15, 2028. The film’s director, Ryan Coogler, revealed the news during Marvel Studios’ presentation at Comic-Con International, where Jonsson joined Coogler alongside co-stars Letitia Wright and Winston Duke.

Jonsson, 32, will portray the son of T’Challa, the character originally played by the late Chadwick Boseman. Coogler, who earned an Academy Award earlier this year for his screenplay of the film Sinners, described the new Black Panther as a character coming of age, continuing the legacy established in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022). That film, which followed Boseman’s passing in 2020, introduced T’Challa’s son while focusing on Wright’s character, Shuri, stepping into a leading role.

Born in London, Jonsson began his acting career in the West End theater before transitioning to screen roles. He made his television debut in 2018 with the detective drama Endeavour. His film work includes the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk, which earned Jonsson the BAFTA Rising Star Award. He also has forthcoming roles in films such as The Chaperones, Benn/Eubank, and Scandalous!.

At the announcement event, Jonsson expressed gratitude for joining the Marvel family while opting to keep details about the film under wraps. Alongside Jonsson, both Wright and Duke will reprise their roles as Shuri and M’Baku, respectively.

The Black Panther franchise, set in the fictional African nation of Wakanda, is noted for its combination of futuristic technology and cultural depth. The original 2018 film won three Academy Awards and was widely praised for its impact on representation in mainstream cinema.

In addition to the Black Panther announcement, Marvel revealed that actor Ryan Gosling will star in a new Ghost Rider film, planned for a 2028 release. This project will be a continuation of the franchise that began with Nicolas Cage’s portrayal of the character in 2007 and 2011 films.

While the UK release date for Black Panther 3 has not yet been confirmed, anticipation is building for the next chapter in the series, which aims to build on the themes of legacy and heroism central to the Black Panther story.

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