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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022)

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Wakanda defends itself from world powers and the underwater kingdom of Talokan. It was the 30th MCU film released, part of Phase Four, and it’s #53 of 81 in story order. It’s Recommended rather than essential, so it’s worth your time even if the main story doesn’t hinge on it. It runs 2h 41m and streams on Disney+ in the US.

Rotten Tomatoes84%
IMDb6.6/10
Runtime2h 41m
Age ratingPG-13
Box office$859M
Directed byRyan Coogler
StarringLetitia Wright, Angela Bassett, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Lupita Nyong'o, Winston Duke
Release dateNovember 11, 2022
Runtime2h 41m
Age ratingPG-13, some material may be inappropriate for under 13
Rotten Tomatoes84% critics · IMDb 6.6/10
Box office$859M worldwide
PhasePhase Four
SagaMultiverse Saga
Story position#53 of 81 in chronological order
Timeline settingPresent day (2025)
Part ofBlack Panther movies in order
Post-credit sceneYes

Why it matters in the MCU

Passes the mantle from T’Challa to Shuri and introduces Namor and Talokan. Shuri, Namor and M’Baku are all in Avengers: Doomsday.

Post-credit scene

Stick around once the credits start. What happens is in the box below, which gives away part of the ending.

Spoiler What happens after the credits of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever: tap to reveal

One mid-credit scene with a quiet reveal about T’Challa’s legacy. There is no scene at the very end.

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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever FAQ

Can you skip Black Panther: Wakanda Forever?

You can. The main story doesn’t hinge on it, but it adds a lot to the characters and setup.

When was Black Panther: Wakanda Forever released?

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever was released on November 11, 2022.

Where does Black Panther: Wakanda Forever fit in the MCU timeline?

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is set in the present day (2025) and sits at #53 of 81 in story order.

Does Black Panther: Wakanda Forever have a post-credit scene?

Yes, there’s at least one extra scene after the credits. The spoiler box on this page describes it.

What to watch before Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever builds on these earlier titles, listed in release order:

  1. Captain America: Civil War (2016)
  2. Black Panther (2018)
  3. Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
  4. Avengers: Endgame (2019)

Where to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever in the US

Streaming (subscription)Disney+
Rent or buyAmazon, Fandango at Home, Apple TV

Where to watch Black Panther: Wakanda Forever outside the US

CountryStreamOther options
United KingdomDisney+Rent: Rakuten TV, Amazon, Sky Store
CanadaDisney+Rent: Apple TV, Amazon, CosmoGo
AustraliaDisney+None needed
IndiaJioHotstarNone needed

Streaming availability last verified: October 16, 2026

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