The heart of Wakanda beats again, and this time, the stakes are higher than ever. The first official trailer for Black Panther 3 (2025) has just been released, and Will Smith and Denzel Washington join the iconic cast in a thrilling, action-packed new chapter of the beloved Marvel franchise.

Directed by Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Creed), Black Panther 3 takes Wakanda to new heights as the kingdom faces its most dangerous enemy yet: an ancient force that has returned to reclaim the throne. Following the events of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Shuri (played by Letitia Wright) now assumes the mantle of the Black Panther, but the nation is divided and vulnerable as new global threats loom. Will Smith plays N’Jobu, a long-lost Wakandan royal who has returned to challenge Shuri’s leadership. Denzel Washington plays Umoja, a powerful warlord from a forgotten tribe who believes Wakanda’s true power lies in embracing their ancient traditions, even if it means waging war on the rest of the world.

The teaser opens with Shuri standing before the heart-shaped herb, looking out over the bustling streets of Wakanda. A voiceover from Shuri echoes: “Wakanda’s strength isn’t in its resources… it’s in its people. And if we don’t stand together, we’ll fall apart.”

Key moments from the trailer include:

• N’Jobu’s return, offering a challenge to Shuri’s leadership with a charismatic yet menacing vision of what Wakanda could become under his rule

• Umoja, leading a brutal battle in the mountains of Wakanda, using ancient warrior techniques to clash with Shuri’s tech-enhanced forces

• A breathtaking sequence of Shuri facing her inner demons, questioning her role as Black Panther and what it means to lead Wakanda

• The Midnight Angels (played by Lupita Nyong’o and Danai Gurira) in action, protecting the throne and fighting to prevent a civil war from tearing Wakanda apart

• The stunning visual of a new enemy, an ancient being known as The Eldritch, whose power could destroy Wakanda and the entire world if unleashed

• A final shot of Shuri in the new Black Panther suit, leading the charge against an army of invaders, her strength and resolve tested like never before

The film promises to combine high-stakes action with deep emotional drama, exploring themes of legacy, leadership, and identity, all while expanding Wakanda’s lore and introducing new characters and mythologies. Smith and Washington’s presence adds a new level of intensity and gravitas to the already powerful ensemble cast.

Fans are already in a frenzy on social media, with hashtags like #BlackPanther3, #WakandaForever, and #ShuriRising taking over platforms worldwide.

Black Panther 3 (2025) is set to hit theaters on November 10, 2025, with an IMAX release.

A nation divided. A new Black Panther. And the fight to save Wakanda from its greatest challenge. 🖤👑