David Jonsson Cast as New Black Panther for 2028 Film
British actor David Jonsson will assume the role of T'Challa's son in the upcoming Black Panther sequel scheduled for release in December 2028.
David Jonsson, a 32-year-old London-born actor, was announced as the lead of the third Black Panther film at Comic-Con in San Diego on July 25. He will portray Prince T’Challa II, the son of the late Chadwick Boseman’s character, a role first introduced as a child in the 2022 sequel Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. The film, slated for a December 15, 2028 theatrical release, will see director Ryan Coogler return, along with Leticia Wright reprising Shuri and Winston Duke as M’Baku.
Jonsson, known for his work on HBO’s Industry and the 2023 romantic comedy Rye Lane, also appeared in the 2024 sci-fi film Alien: Romulus and the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King’s The Long Walk, and received the BAFTA Rising Star Award.
"I want you to give a warm welcome to our new Black Panther: Mr David Jonsson," director Ryan Coogler said on stage.
"Thank you Ryan. Thank you Kevin. Thank you to this amazing family that I have the honour and privilege and the blessing to join," Jonsson replied.
Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige, who previously explained the decision not to recast Boseman, reiterated the intent to honor the original portrayal while expanding Wakanda’s narrative.
"To honour the legacy that Chad helped us build, we want to continue to explore the world of Wakanda and all the rich and varied characters introduced in the first film," Feige said.
The original Black Panther, released in 2018, earned $1.3 billion worldwide and secured three Academy Awards from seven nominations.