It is official. Marvel just confirmed that Ryan Coogler will direct Black Panther, the superhero movie led by Chadwick Boseman which will be released on February 17th, 2018. The new also confirms that the talented young director won’t helm the follow-up to Creed, which Warner Bros. are apparently plotting for a November, 2017 bow.
Marvel’s Black Panther
Here’s the update from Marvel.
“We are fortunate to have such an esteemed filmmaker join the Marvel family,” said producer Kevin Feige. “The talents Ryan showcased in his first two films easily made him our top choice to direct ‘Black Panther.’ Many fans have waited a long time to see Black Panther in his own film, and with Ryan we know we’ve found the perfect director to bring T’Challa’s story to life.”
Black Panther has been an important character in the Marvel universe for 50 years. He is the king of the technologically-advanced nation of Wakanda, and Panther has served as a member of the Avengers in addition to his many solo adventures.
Coogler wowed with his debut Fruitvale Station back in 2013, and just delivered huge success for the WB with Creed, which opens in the UK this weekend.
