Solo: A Star Wars StoryandAtlantastar Donald Glover is now in talks to play a role in the highly anticipatedBlack Panthersequel, which does not yet have a release date. Furthermore, Michael B. Jordan, who played the villain Killmonger in the firstBlack Panther, is in talks to return in the sequel in some regard.
After the incredible financial success ofBlack Panther, it’s not too surprising that it will be receiving a sequel. While the release date is still kept under wraps, as are most of the future Marvel Cinematic Universe movies afterAvengers 4, we do know that Ryan Coogler will be returning to direct the sequel after the phenomenal job he did with the first movie. Additionally, actors like Chadwick Boseman and Letita Wright are likely to return for the sequel.
According to a source connected to theBlack Panther 2, director Ryan Coogler is reportedly in talks with Donald Glover, otherwise known as Childish Gambino, to play a major role in the sequel.
“Ryan Coogler is currently mapping outBlack Panther’s sequel and has written in a number of new characters that movie-goers will be introduced to when it premieres. One of those characters, if he gets his wish, will be played by Childish Gambino. Nothing is set in stone, but ‘informal talks’ [are happening] between Ryan, Gambino, and reps from Marvel and Disney to see if they can make it happen.”
Donald Gloverhas become a highly respected artist in the industry, with the actor being considered to star in his ownStar Warsspin off as Lando Calrissian some time after the release ofSolo: A Star Wars Story. Additionally, Glover made headlines with his musical talents a couple of weeks back with his latest music video “This is America.”
The only potential issue with Glover playing a role inBlack Pantheris that he has already appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, appearing briefly as the character Aaron Davis inSpider-Man: Homecoming. While this wouldn’t be the first time that an actor would play two roles in the MCU, it would be the first time that an A-list actor like Glover plays two roles.
However, hisSpider-Man: Homecomingrole could be a good thing. In the comics, Davis went on to become the Spider-Man villain the Prowler. While the Prowler and Black Panther never interacted in the comics, the Prowler could still be being set up to appear in theBlack Panthersequel. Unfortunately, this isn’t the most likely theory, as Aaron Davis’s inclusion inSpider-Man: Homecomingwas essentially only used to set up the character Miles Morales.
In addition to the rumors about Donald Glover inBlack Panther 2, there is also allegedly talk about Michael B. Jordan appearing in the sequel.
“They’re still yet to decide ifMichael B. Jordanwill return in some capacity, but if he doesn’t it’s likely Gambino may play some kind of villain.”
Jordan previously played the phenomenal antagonist of the last movie, Killmonger, but most people assumed he would not appear again after his beautifully written demise at the end of the movie. If he does appear inBlack Panther 2, it will most likely be in flashbacks or visions of some sort. While it would be cool to see Killmonger come back from the dead like he did in the comics, it would ultimately soil one of the greatest death scenes to appear in a Marvel movie.
While the news from the source fromMetro UKshould be taken with a grain of salt, the news is still exciting nonetheless. Even if it did create a bit of a continuity issue withSpider-Man: Homecoming, it would be great to see Donald Glover as aBlack Panthervillain, and it would arguably be even greater to see the return of Killmonger. There’s no word on how long fans will have to wait beforeBlack Panther 2releases in theaters, but hopefully it won’t be too long of a wait.
