Ryan Coogler hopes to work with Denzel Washington on 'Black Panther 3'

ANI March 29, 2025 141 views

Ryan Coogler is eager to bring Denzel Washington into the Marvel Cinematic Universe for Black Panther 3. The director revealed his intentions during an interview on the Nightcap podcast, calling Washington a "living legend." Washington previously hinted at his involvement in the franchise last year. While Marvel hasn't officially confirmed the sequel, Coogler assured fans it won't be a long wait.

"I’ve been dying to work with Denzel. As long as he’s interested, man, it’s going to happen." – Ryan Coogler
Los Angeles, March 29: Filmmaker Ryan Coogler would like to work with Denzel Washington on 'Black Panther 3'.

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Coogler confirms Black Panther 3 plans in Nightcap podcast

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Denzel Washington hinted at involvement in 2023

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Marvel hasn't officially announced the sequel

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Coogler praises Washington as a mentor

Speaking on the Nightcap podcast with hosts Shannon Sharpe and Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson, Coogler affirmed that he plans to cast Washington in the next superhero installment, as per Variety.

"I've been dying to work with Denzel. I'm hoping we can make that happen. I've got every intention of working with him on that movie. As long as he's interested, man, it's going to happen. He's a living legend and a great mentor for so many of us. He's all about looking out for us, now," Coogler said.

Sharped asked how long it would be until "Black Panther 3" happens, to which Coogler said, "Not long."

In November, Washington casually told Australia's "Today" that Coogler was writing a part for him in "Black Panther 3." Marvel has yet to officially unveil the sequel; in fact, the studio has only officially dated two "Avengers" sequels and "Spider-Man 4" beyond 2025.

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Ryan Coogler Denzel Washington Black Panther 3 Marvel MCU Wakanda
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