Denzel Washington Announces that he will be a part of Black Panther 3 Before Retirement

The internet is exploding today and it’s all because of Denzel Washington! The star who is riding a high due to Gladiator 2 has revealed that he might be in the next Black Panther film. The Black Panther franchise in the Marvel Cinematic Universe currently comprises of Black Panther and Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever. 

There’s also an animated series titled Eyes of Wakanda that’s coming up next on Disney+. Washington’s comments have also perhaps confirmed that Black Panther 3 is in the works. But what role is he playing in the MCU? Read on to know more. 

Denzel Washington Reveals Possible Role in Black Panther 3

During an interview with Today on Nov. 12, 2024, Denzel Washington revealed that Ryan Coogler is writing a part for him in Black Panther 3. At the 4:02 min mark he says, “Ryan Coogler is writing a part for me in the next Black Panther.”

You can check out the interview below:

What role is Denzel Washington Playing in Black Panther 3?

Details about Denzel Washington’s role in Black Panther 3 are still under wraps. But the internet is going bonkers with rumors. Some Marvel fans think that he might be cast as older T’Challa while others are of the view that he might be T’Challa’s grandfather Azzuri. However, some others believe that he might be playing a villain. 

Washington has also said that he plans to retire soon. In the same interview, he said, “I don’t know how many more films I’m going to make. Probably not that many. I want to do things I haven’t done.” So, he may play a one-and-done character who won’t appear in other Marvel properties. It will be interesting to see which character he plays in the MCU.

As of now, there’s no release date for Black Panther 3. But we will update you about it when it gets confirmed.