Jonsson, Gosling Join Marvel

Marvel reveals David Jonsson as Black Panther and Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider at Comic-Con.

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Ryan Gosling to join Marvel Cinematic Universe as Ghost Rider

Kevin Feige Says Ryan Coogler Met With David Jonsson Six Months Ago in a ‘Secret Meeting’ to Discuss ‘Black Panther 3’ Role: ‘I Got Chills’

Industry star David Jonsson to play Black Panther in Marvel sequel

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Marvel Studios announced at Comic-Con International 2026 that David Jonsson will play the new Black Panther, an adult T’Challa Jr., the son of Chadwick Boseman’s T’Challa. Ryan Coogler will return to direct Black Panther 3, which is scheduled for December 15, 2028, with Letitia Wright and Winston Duke appearing at the presentation. Marvel also confirmed Ryan Gosling will star as Ghost Rider in a standalone film directed by Shawn Levy and planned for 2028. The panel included footage from Avengers: Doomsday.

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