Marvel Studios' Early Decision on David Jonsson as Next Black Panther

Marvel Studios knew David Jonsson would star in Black Panther 3 'five or six months' ago thanks to a 'secret meeting' director Ryan Coogler Held with Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) boss Kevin Feige.

Marvel Studios had early knowledge of David Jonsson's casting as the next Black Panther in Black Panther 3, revealed during a secret meeting between director Ryan Coogler and MCU head Kevin Feige. Coogler approached Feige with the idea of Jonsson leading the film, even before an official search for the role had begun. Despite Coogler's busy schedule, Jonsson had been on his radar for months.

David Jonsson, a British actor known for roles in projects like Alien: Romulus and Stephen King's The Long Walk, caught Coogler's attention with his performances. The decision to cast Jonsson was made in a secretive meeting that left Feige impressed and emotional, with the news being kept under wraps for months.

Black Panther 3 is set to premiere on December 15, 2028, with Jonsson joining Letitia Wright and Winston Duke in the cast. For more updates, fans can also learn about Ryan Gosling's casting as Ghost Rider and other announcements from the Marvel Hall H panel.