Black Panther
Summary
Marvel Studios ' T’Challa , a.k.a . theBlack Panther , may be recast if theMCUis boot keep abreast 2027’sAvengers : Secret war . The previous Chadwick Boseman first appeared as T’Challa , the Prince of Wakanda and the Black Panther , in 2016’sCaptain America : Civil War , and go on to asterisk as the vibranium - empowered superhero inBlack Panther , Avengers : Infinity WarandAvengers : Endgame . Boseman ’s tragic slip away after a battle with colon cancer in 2020 derive as a electrical shock , but instead of recastingT’Challa inBlack Panther : Wakanda Forever , Marvel Studios and Ryan Coogler develop the sequel as a tribute to the legendary doer .
While Marvel Studios select not to recast T’Challa inBlack Panther : Wakanda Forever , recent rumors of a potentialMCU reboot followingAvengers : Secret Warscould bring about the character ’s recast in the MCU ’s future . An MCU reboot will give Marvel Studios the opportunity to revive many fallen heroes , including T’Challa ’s Black Panther , Tony Stark ’s Iron Man and Steve Rogers ' Captain America , allowing for an geographic expedition of Marvel Comics storylines that have n’t yet been adapted into the live - action MCU.A reboot would be a reasonable time to recast T’Challa , and there are many gifted actors who would perfectly fit the role .
In the MCU , the Black Panther , the protector of Wakanda , is a mantle passed from warrior to warrior . Several theatrical role have assumed the sought after part .
10Derek Luke Has Experience Working With Marvel Studios
Antwone Fisher (2002), Captain America: The First Avenger (2011), The Purge (2019)
Derek Luke come up to prominence as the nominal character in 2002’sAntwone Fisher , directed by Denzel Washington , and became more wide known for roles inFriday Night Lights , Miracle at St. Anna , Glory Roadand13 Reasons Why . Luke ’s anatomy is perfect for the Wakandan T’Challa , and his prior experience working with Marvel Studios asGabe Jones inCaptain America : The First Avengermeans he already has a foot in the door . Luke ’s experience in dramas such asEmpire , The AmericansandThe Purgeprove he can take on the more emotionally - demanding aspects of Black Panther in the MCU ’s future .
9Michael Jai White Has Played A Superhero Before
Spawn (1997), Black Dynamite (2009), Arrow (2013)
While Michael Jai White is know for his roles inWhy Did I Get Married?,Mortal Combat : LegacyandTyson , his martial art expertness go under him apart from other T’Challa candidates . White is skilled in nine unlike forms of martial arts , so he ’d be capable to tackle the action - clayey moments of T’Challa ’s adventures as the Black Panther , andhis previous experience in superhero franchises make him potential to link up the MCU . White portrayed Al Simmons in 1997’sSpawn , Gambol in 2012’sThe Dark Knightand Ben Turner ’s Bronze Tiger inArrow , so could easily make the move to the MCU .
8Omari Hardwick’s Regality Is Perfect For T’Challa
Miracle At St. Anna (2008), Power (2014), Army Of The Dead (2021)
Over his telling two - 10 - longsighted life history , Omari Hardwick has expose a manner and regality that would make him consummate to become the King of Wakandaand the Black Panther . well know for his star purpose inPower , Army of the DeadandMiracle at St. Anna , Hardwick is adept at deliver dramatic event , and his enchant screen front means he would be capable to continueChadwick Boseman ’s legacybrilliantly . His experience in science fiction projection such asSorry to Bother Youand the upcomingThe Mothershipproves he ’d relish in the MCU ’s weirder plot line , while always retaining his air of royalty .
7John Boyega Has Been Rumored For An MCU Role For Years
Attack The Block (2011), Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015), They Cloned Tyrone (2023)
British actorJohn Boyega has previously state that he would n’t take a role in the MCU , but the character of T’Challa and the bequest the Black Panther sway may win over Boyega to resolve otherwise . Boyega rose to fame as gang loss leader Moses in 2011’sAttack the Block , but became more wide recognized as Finn in theStar Warsfranchise . Boyega openly criticise Disneyfor the treatment of Finn , mean that he was sidelined due to his race , so it may be unlikely for Boyega to join the Disney - ply MCU . However , a hero sandwich who celebrates his Black heritage may reverse this tide .
John Boyega has recently been rumored to be select over the purpose of Kang the Conqueror following Jonathan Majors ' condemnation in December 2023 , though instantly denied his involvement with Marvel Studios . More recent hearsay suggest Academy Award - nominee Colman Domingo may become the MCU ’s Kang the Conqueror .
6Laz Alonso Could Make The Move From The Boys
Avatar (2009), Fast & Furious (2009), The Boys (2019)
Perhaps best known for portraying Fenix Calderon in 2009’sFast & Furiousand Tsu’tey in 2009 ’s James Cameron smash - hitAvatar , Laz Alonso has go on to have an telling career . More recently , Alonso has become better known as Mother ’s Milk River inThe Boys , but a role in the MCU could rocket his popularity further . Alonso ’s physique is telling , and certainly fits the model for an gymnastic and powerful Wakandan warrior , and he has continuously displayed his accomplishment at have both drama and drollery . Whoever portrays T’Challa necessitate to have this double-dyed Libra the Balance , so Laz Alonso could be a mean contender .
5Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Is Both Soft & Intense
Lost (2005), Suicide Squad (2016), His Dark Materials (2022)
Adewale Akinnuoye - Agbaje has become best get laid for his role of Mr. Eko inLost , Simon Adebisi inOzand Nykwana Wombosi inThe Bourne Identity , and has managed to expose his absolute intensity in each . While T’Challa is a easygoing and aristocratic presence , he is also supremely powerful and steadfastas the Wakandan King , so the actor playing him needs to be able to cover all these bases . Akinnuoye - Agbaje is in truth captivating , and still offer comforter when needed . His previous experience as Kurse inThor : The Dark Worldmay have already put him on Marvel Studios ' microwave radar for succeeding part .
Adewale Akinnuoye - Agbaje ’s role of Kurse in 2013’sThor : The Dark Worldsaw his face completely covered , meaning he could easily assume another role in the MCU ’s futurity . Akinnuoye - Agbaje also has superhero experience after his portrayal of Killer Croc in 2016’sSuicide Squadin the DCEU .
4Michael Ealy Has The Charm & Style Of T’Challa
2 Fast 2 Furious (2003), About Last Night (2014), Westworld (2020)
Star of stage and screenMichael Ealy would lend a rattling sense of theatricality to T’Challa , while still delivering the impact , dramatic play and light musical note of the Black Panther . Ealy is perhaps best hump for his role inBarbershop , 2 tight 2 Furious , About Last NightandWestworld , with each displaying his full loyalty to his roles , and prove his aptitude for drama , comedy and science fable . Ealy ’s well-heeled charm and faultless style would fit the existence of Wakanda to a tee , so he would for sure be a clean campaigner to assume the role of T’Challa after an MCU reboot .
3David Oyelowo Has The Theatricality Of A Wakandan King
Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes (2011), Selma (2014), The Midnight Sky (2020)
British actor David Oyelowo arise to prominence after present Martin Luther King , Jr. in 2014’sSelma , a part that required care , dramatic science and commitment . This , as well as his function of Peter Snowdin inNightingale , put Oyelowo on the map as a theatrical performer with a captivating screen presence , something which would translate into T’Challa utterly . Oyelowo has more of late been carry on more scientific discipline fable role in projects such asThe Cloverfield Paradox , The Midnight Sky , Chaos WalkingandSilo , proving that his theatrical experience makes him perfect for stranger plot line , which would meet the Black Panther brilliantly .
Patrick Stewart played the definitive version of Professor X on the big sieve so he ’s left some bragging boots to fill .
2Lakeith Stanfield Would Be A Strong Choice For T’Challa’s Recast
Short Term 12 (2013), Get Out (2017), Judas & The Black Messiah (2021)
Prior to earning an Academy Award nomination for his role of William O’Neal inJudas and the Black Messiah , Lakeith Stanfield evidence his expert talent in projects includingSelma , Get Out , Sorry to Bother You , Knives OutandStraight Outta Compton . Stanfield has a huge amount of reach , being able-bodied to also tackle more comedic roles such as that inAtlanta , and this scope would help him to the full inhabit the powerfulKing of Wakanda , T’Challa . Stanfield has achieved Brobdingnagian level of achiever very cursorily , so a role in a major superhero franchise would be the next logical footstep .
1Y’lan Noel Has Expressed Interest In Portraying T’Challa
Insecure (2016), The First Purge (2018), The Photograph (2020)
Y’lan Noel may be one of the lesser - known stars who could portray the MCU ’s new version of T’Challa , but he may also be the perfect choice for the hero . Not only does Noel have dramatic play , action and drollery projects , buthe has also direct extract his interest in becoming the Black Panther in the MCU . In 2022 , Noel tell toThe Movie Blogthat he would take the role of T’Challa’sBlack Panther"in the blink of an eye,“and with the MCU potentially head towards a reboot and T’Challa ’s recasting , this could put him right in Marvel Studios ' crosshairs .
