‘Wakanda’ series in the works for Disney+ from ‘Black Panther’ director Ryan Coogler

We still have three episodes left of “WandaVision,” and as great as that series has become (seriously, it’s really great, huh?), fans are still eagerly anticipating the next Disney+ series from Marvel Studios, “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.” And according to that series’ creator, Malcolm Spellman, though the series picks up where “Avengers: Endgame” left off, ‘Falcon’ might have more in common, culturally at least, with “Black Panther.” READ MORE: Spike Lee Would Consider Working With

Seven years ago, writer, director and producer Shaka King accepted the Film Independent Someone to Watch Award for his quirky comedic debut, Newlyweeds. After years directing shorts and episodes of TV shows Shrill, High Maintenance and People of Earth, the 40-year-old filmmaker returns to the big screen.

LaKeith Stanfield) who infiltrates the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party to gather intelligence on Chairman Fred Hampton (Daniel Kaluuya), leading to the police raid and killing of Hampton in 1969 when he was just 21. Costume designer Charlese Antoinette Jones recreated the historical uniform of the Black Panther Party in the late '60s, such as incorporating the iconic beret.ET spoke with Jones on her research process and the impact of her work in the film, set to release in theaters

Ryan Coogler has signed a five-year TV deal with Disney.The director has penned an exclusive agreement with the media giant, which will include developing a Black Panther-inspired series for Disney+, as well as working on shows for other divisions of the company.Bob Iger, the executive chairman of Disney, said in a statement: “Ryan Coogler is a singular storyteller whose vision and range have made him one of the standout filmmakers of his generation.”Ryan helmed 2018’s Black Panther – which

Also Read: 'TheWrap-Up' Podcast: 'The White Tiger' Director Ramin BahraniThe novel “The White Tiger” was a New York Times bestseller and won the Man Booker Prize; Bahrani’s film adaptation debuted to positive reviews on Netflix late in January. The film stars Adarsh Gourav as an Indian driver, who uses his wit and cunning to break his way out of poverty.“I’m delighted that Ramin and Netflix are bringing ‘Amnesty’ to life.

Ramin Bahrani is set to adapt, direct and produce the film adaptation of the novel Amnesty for Netflix.  The film is based on the novel by White Tiger author Aravind Adiga and will also be produced by Ashok Amritraj for Hyde Park Entertainment. Bahrani’s partner Bahareh Azimi will also produce through their Noruz Films banner.

Disney+ from the movie’s writer/director Ryan Coogler, according to The Wrap. A spinoff of the 2018 blockbuster hit that raked in more than $1 billion, the TV series will center on the Kingdom of Wakanda, the fictional nation in the heart of Africa. At present, it has not been announced whether it will focus on characters from the movies, such as M’Baku (Winston Duke), or if it will follow new characters.

writer-director Ryan Coogler for an exclusive TV deal and his first project is a series «based in the Kingdom of Wakanda,» ET can confirm.«It's an honor to be partnering with The Walt Disney Company. Working with them on was a dream come true,» Coogler said in a statement.

Wakanda Forever!

The world of Wakanda is coming to Disney+.

Following the tragically early death of Chadwick Boseman at 43 from cancer, I was honestly worried and concerned that “Black Panther” director Ryan Coogler might exit the Marvel franchise, heartbroken to have lost his King T’Challa. But not only has Coogler seemingly persevered in making “Black Panther II,” due July 8, 2022, but his commitment to the world of Wakanda and Marvel seems to have not waivered.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterA series set in Wakanda is in development at Disney Plus.The series is part of a new multi-year overall television deal Ryan Coogler and his Proximity Media have signed with The Walt Disney Company and will include other television projects in the future. Coogler previously directed and co-wrote the hit Marvel film “Black Panther,” which takes place in the fictional African nation of Wakanda.

EXCLUSIVE: The Walt Disney Company has extended its relationship with Black Panther director and co-writer Ryan Coogler. Disney has made a five-year overall exclusive television deal with Coogler’s Proximity Media, which he runs with principals Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Ludwig Göransson, Archie Davis and Peter Nicks.

EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros’ Judas and the Black Messiah may have been set in the late 1960s, but it could have very well taken place in 2021 as it puts a glaring spotlight on the treatment of the Black community, activism and identity.

While the villains in a superhero movie normally draw the most criticism, there are some instances where the villain steals the show from the film’s hero. You can see that with Heath Ledger’s Joker in “The Dark Knight” and some would argue Josh Brolin’s Thanos in “Avengers: Infinity War.” But in some incredibly rare cases, both the villain and the hero are both amazing, as is the case in “Black Panther,” with Chadwick Boseman’s heroic T’Challa standing toe-to-toe with Michael B.

With Chadwick Boseman's untimely death on August 28, 2020, Marvel Studios plans to rightfully honour the late actor's legacy in a respectable manner with Black Panther 2. While it's been confirmed that T'Challa's role will not be recast with no CGI Boseman in the works either, the second instalment will be about delving into the mythology and inspiration of Wakanda.Ever since Black Panther 2's announcement was made, rumours were rife about Michael B.

Marvel‘s Black Panther franchise.Speaking in a new interview, the actor discussed the untimely death of Chadwick Boseman and where he stands on returning to the franchise following his co-star’s passing.Asked about Boseman, who died last August at the age of 43 following a four-year battle against colon cancer, Jordan said it was difficult to deal with his death.“That’s something that is very, very near and dear to my heart for a lot of obvious reasons,” he told People.