Black Panther
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Black Panther is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in Fantastic Four #52 (July 1966). Born T'Challa, son of the previous Black Panther T'Chaka, he is the king and protector of the fictional African nation of Wakanda, a technologically advanced society sustained by deposits of the fictional metal vibranium. Along with enhanced abilities achieved through the Wakandan ritual of drinking the essence of the heart-shaped herb, T'Challa relies on his proficiency in science, expertise in his nation's traditions, rigorous physical training, hand-to-hand combat skills, and access to wealth and advanced Wakandan technology to combat his enemies.
Adaptations (2)
Black Panther has been adapted into 2 films, from 2018 to 2022. The most recent is Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022).
Black Panther2018 · film · 134 min · dir. Ryan Coogler · IMDb ↗After the events of Captain America: Civil War, Prince T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new king. However, T'Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne from factions within his own country. When two foes conspire to destroy Wakanda, the hero known as Black Panther must team up with C.I.A. agent Everett K. Ross and members of the Dora Milaje, Wakandan special forces, to prevent Wakanda from being dragged into a world war.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever2022 · film · 161 min · dir. Ryan Coogler · IMDb ↗Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect the kingdom of Wakanda from intervening world powers in the wake of King T'Challa's death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for their nation.
