It’s official. After sweeping box offices around the world, receiving a Golden Globe and 5 Oscar nominations, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever comes to the Disney + platform. On February 1, Disney Plus subscribers will finally be able to see this new installment of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
After the tragic death of the actor Chadwick Boseman who played King T’Challa, the second part of Black Panther has had to reinvent itself to continue the saga. Here we tell you more details that accompany this premiere. And if you are not yet subscribed to Disney+, this could be a good time, since with the annual subscription you can save up to 15% compared to the monthly subscription.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Arrives on Disney+ Just 80 Days Apart
As we are used to, Disney+ and Marvel Studios bring us the news of the Marvel Universe with a brief wait regarding its release in theaters The second part of Black Panther was released worldwide on November 11. 80 days later, on February 1, it premieres exclusively on the Disney Plus platform. Undoubtedly, a real treat for fans of Casa de las Ideas films.
Black Panther: Wakanda For Ever not only had the challenge of overcoming an incredible first part, winner of 3 Oscars, but also had to reinvent itself due to the death of its leading actor Chadwick Boseman. Both due to the criticism received, as well as the reception of the public and its numbers at the box office, it seems to have succeeded.
In this installment, Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira), and the Dora Milaje (including Florence Kasumba) fight to protect their nation from world powers who intervene after the death of King T’Challa. Having the most valuable material on earth, vibranium, puts them under pressure from other nations.
As the Wakandans strive to embark on a new chapter, the heroes must unite with the help of War Dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) to forge a new path for the Wakandan kingdom. In addition, they will have to face the threat of Namor (Tenoch Huerta), king of a hidden underwater nation that will have a fundamental role in the future of Wakanda.
Black Panther: Forever Wakanda, box office and critical success
With $820 million in theaters worldwide, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has become the second highest-grossing Marvel feature film of 2022. It was only surpassed by Doctor Strange: In the Multiverse of Madness and improving the numbers of Thor: Love and Thunder (both available on Disney +).
Although it has been far from the success of the first installment, which became the 15th.th highest-grossing film in the history of cinema, the result is more than satisfactory. And although Black Panther won three Oscars in 2019, this installment could surpass it, since it has obtained the following 5 nominations for the next Oscar Awards
On the other hand, Marvel Studios has made history by winning its first Golden Globe. On January 10, Angela Bassett received the Best Supporting Actress award for her performance as Queen Ramonda. On March 13 we will know if the Black Panther saga continues to expand the award window after the celebration of the 2023 Oscars gala.
Direction and cast of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore. The script was written by Ryan Coogler himself, accompanied by Joe Robert Cole. The music was provided by Ludwig Göransson, who had the collaboration of Rihanna for the main song of the film in what became a tribute to the late Chadwick Boseman.
Rounding out the production team are Autumn Durald Arkapaw in photography and Michael P. Shawver, Kelley Dixon and Jennifer Lame in the montage. In the part of the cast it has the participation of Dominique Thorne, Michaela Coel, Mabel Cadena, Martin Freeman, Mabel Cadena and Alex Livanalli.
Remember, on February 1 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will join the extensive streaming catalog of Disney Plus, where you will also find all the movies and series of the Marvel Universe. If you are not yet subscribed, sign up with the annual subscription and get 12 months at the price of 10.
