Five Actors Who Could Play the Black Panther in a MARVEL Cinematic Production

Five Actors Who Could Play the Black Panther in a MARVEL Cinematic Production

With the Black Panther movie confirmed to be “in development” and hopefully in Marvel’s 2028 line up, many actors are still lobbying for the title role. I take a look at five actors Marvel Studios should consider to play the prince of Wakanda…

By bigshow2312 - Apr 21, 2014 05:04 PM EST
Filed Under: Fan Fic

We know that Marvel has a list of movies they plan to release up to the year 2028 with the Captain America & Avengers sequels, Doctor Strange and Ant-Man; but what about Black Panther? Many fans have been hoping and praying for a deserved adaption; however, Kevin Feige hasn’t made it quite clear on whether it will happen within the given time frame. At this point, Marvel can’t fail so wouldn’t this be the perfect time to bring out such an iconic character? Not to jump the gun or anything but Feige, of all suits, should understands the fans’ collective frustration and desires; so ideally he has something up his sleeves. Let’s hope Marvel is merely being careful in giving T’Challa his proper close up in Phase 3 or 4. Nevertheless I trust them.

5. Edi Gathegi
Let’s first point out how Gathegi has the experience when it comes to playing characters from fictional manuscripts i.e. X Men: First Class & Twilight; therefore he would understand the importance of fandemonium (we will tear shit up). He also has these youthful, distinct and intimidating qualities. Most notable in Gone Baby Gone where he plays this gangster suspected of kidnap. Not to mention he delivered a superb monologue with a decent Haitian accent.
 

4. Sinqua Walls
Granted, I haven’t seen any episodes of Teen Wolf (MTV for that matter) but from the little work that I have seen-it’s potent enough to land him on the list. He definitely has the looks and built for a superhero and most notably his compelling charm. If one were to compare him to any other actor currently established in the Cinematic Universe, Walls shares a quality quite similar to Thor’s Chris Hemsworth.

3. Aldis Hodge
No stranger to the fans, Hodge probably has the best physical aspect of Black Panther due to his background in parkour and martial arts. Plus he’s a decent actor and has done a convincing Nigerian accent that has propelled him into the spotlight of playing a foreign character. In addition, Hodge has indeed reached out to the fans about being in this Marvel movie so the enthusiasm is certainly there.

2. Chadwick Boseman
Mr. Boseman is probably the fans’ number one choice which is quite understandable. He’s a great actor that proves that he can handle the dramatic moments in a film; just go Red Box 42. Not to mention Boseman has this regal-like appearance that’s a huge plus for playing someone in power. He, like Hodge, has expressed a deep interest of being involved in the Cinematic Universe which is what the fans and a film studio would want from a contending actor. All there is left to say is that Marvel better grab this guy before WB decides he’s fit for one of their characters (cough, Green Lantern or Cyborg).

1. Gbenga Akinnagbe
This is probably the choice that may spark a riot because he’s kind of flown under the radar; however, he has expressed interest in the past about playing Black Panther (which doesn’t mean much but what a shocker). This entire section could go on-and-on about how talented he is as an actor but what really sticks out for Akinnagbe is that he doesn’t have that American look like some of the other choices. He has this exotic appearance which is, for a lot of us, idyllic in casting a foreign character (hope no one forgot that Black Panther is from Africa). In case you were wondering, Akinnagbe is a first-gen American to Nigerian parents (there you have it). Now on to his acting resume, he’s been on The Wire, The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 and The Savages with the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. As well as a fair amount of broadway work which is where a lot actors really hone their skills.
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Abary
Abary - 4/21/2014, 5:37 PM
I once heard someone suggest that the reason a black guy is playing a Kree in Guardians of the Galaxy is because Marvel wanted to get rid of every black actor so that they would have an excuse to cast a white actor. I facepalmed so hard...
CherryBomb
CherryBomb - 4/21/2014, 5:42 PM
Nice choices!
No Chiwetel Ejiofor?? He's amazing!

thalidomide
thalidomide - 4/21/2014, 5:51 PM
Ben Affleck
Moohika
Moohika - 4/21/2014, 5:51 PM
Omar Sy would've been a great, almost perfect choice but Fox got to him first and cast him as Bishop.
KallarkKent
KallarkKent - 4/21/2014, 5:52 PM
I have to agree with Cherry. Ejiofor would make an amazing Black Panther IMO.
breakneckbeck
breakneckbeck - 4/21/2014, 6:01 PM
In the realm of an unknown actor I'd like to throw in Demetrius Grosse for either Black Panther or Luke Cage. He's done mostly guest spots on TV shows like Justified and Banshee but I've liked what I've seen him in so far and he's got the look down perfectly

BenjiWest
BenjiWest - 4/21/2014, 6:03 PM
I thought Kevin Hart was gonna be on this list. :(
Moohika
Moohika - 4/21/2014, 6:22 PM
@dethpillow
Agreed. It was such a waste to cast him as Heimdall, when he could play a much better character.
TheMadman
TheMadman - 4/21/2014, 6:23 PM
I'm up for Sinqua or Aldis--never seen Chadwick in anything, but I'm willing to give him a chance.
kong
kong - 4/21/2014, 6:28 PM
My Top 3:
3. Aldis Hodge
2. Chadwick Boseman
1. Chiwetel Ejiofor
MrCBM56
MrCBM56 - 4/21/2014, 7:10 PM
Benedict Cumberbatch.
thalidomide
thalidomide - 4/21/2014, 7:18 PM
@yoss

Bearjew
Bearjew - 4/21/2014, 7:41 PM
It should be Chiwetal Eijofor, he's pretty much perfect for it.
LEOSTRATOR
LEOSTRATOR - 4/21/2014, 9:21 PM
Why even make a list when this movie will never happen?
HouseSnow
HouseSnow - 4/21/2014, 9:39 PM
[frick] this movie
quas666
quas666 - 4/21/2014, 11:43 PM
Gary Busey
BaronZemo
BaronZemo - 4/22/2014, 12:34 AM
Dude, am i the only one that thinks that the last one looks like Terry Crews?
MightyZeus
MightyZeus - 4/22/2014, 12:37 AM
My pick would have been Idris Elba but unfortunately he's casted in another role in the MCU.

My choice for Black Panther would have to be Chiwetel Ejiofor
Ace101
Ace101 - 4/22/2014, 12:38 AM
Chiwetal eijofor is my choice, he is just a supurb actor. I love him in all his movies.
BoomTubeB
BoomTubeB - 4/22/2014, 3:38 AM
Chiwetel Ejiofor
BoomTubeB
BoomTubeB - 4/22/2014, 3:41 AM
please no RZA! love his music but he can't act! BOBBY DIGITAL
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