It’s already one of the most talked about and highly anticipated films in Marvel history, but the buzz around Black Panther has just gotten a little louder.
Rumors are swirling that Star Wars actor John Boyega is in talks to join the star-studded cast of the upcoming film, which includes Chadwick Boseman, Lupita Nyong’o, and Michael B. Jordan with Creed and Fruitvale Station’s Ryan Coogler attached to direct.
‘Creed’ Director Ryan Coogler On Board for Upcoming ‘Black Panther’ Film
Boyega just wrapped The Circle and is currently filming the next installment of Star Wars, so we’ll just have to wait and see if the actor has time to add another film to his already packed schedule.
Black Panther is set to be released in 2018.
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