Marvel Unveils Black Panther 3, Ghost Rider, Doomsday

Marvel Studios unveiled major new projects and castings for its cinematic universe during a star-studded presentation at San Diego Comic-Con on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The announcements, made before a packed Hall H audience, included the official confirmation of "Black Panther 3" with a new lead actor and a standalone "Ghost Rider" film starring Ryan Gosling, while heavily promoting the imminent release of "Avengers: Doomsday."

The third "Black Panther" film, scheduled for release on December 15, 2028, will be directed by returning filmmaker Ryan Coogler. British actor David Jonsson, known for roles in "Alien: Romulus" and "The Long Walk," has been cast to portray an adult version of T'Challa's son, a character first introduced as a young boy named Toussaint in 2022's "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." Jonsson expressed his honor at taking on the role. Letitia Wright will reprise her role as Shuri, who assumed the mantle of Black Panther in the previous film, and Winston Duke will return as M'Baku. Duke stated his trust in Jonsson and the creative team, emphasizing his intent to provide a supportive environment for the new star.

The panel also served as a major showcase for...