Black Panther
King T'Challa returns home to the reclusive, technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda to serve as his country's new leader. However, T'Challa soon finds that he is challenged for the throne by factions within his own country as well as without. Using powers reserved to Wakandan kings, T'Challa assumes the Black Panther mantle to join with ex-girlfriend Nakia, the queen-mother, his princess-kid sister, members of the Dora Milaje (the Wakandan 'special forces') and an American secret agent, to prevent Wakanda from being dragged into a world war.
Directed by Ryan Coogler · Marvel · Superhero · Action · 134 min · 2018
Trailer
Director
Ryan Coogler
Writer
Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole, Stan Lee
Studio
Marvel Studios
Release
February 13, 2018
Runtime
134 min
Genres
Marvel, Superhero, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi
Country
United States
Budget
$200,000,000 (estimated)
Box office
$1,349,926,083 worldwide ($700,426,566 domestic; $202,003,951 opening weekend)
Awards
Won 3 Oscars; 125 wins & 289 nominations total.
Full Plot
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.
Cast & Characters
T'Challa/Black Panther
Chadwick Boseman
Okoye
Danai Gurira
Everett K. Ross
Martin Freeman
W'Kabi
Daniel Kaluuya
Shuri
Letitia Wright
M'Baku
Winston Duke
N'Jobu
Sterling K. Brown
Ramonda
Angela Bassett
Zuri
Forest Whitaker
Ulysses Klaue
Andy Serkis
Did You Know?
Also known as "Pantera Negra" in Spanish-language markets.
Source: IMDb · verified 2026-08-02
The Wakandan language spoken in the film is Xhosa, a real South African language native to Nelson Mandela.
Source: IMDb · verified 2026-08-02
"In the Trunk," written by Too $hort and Shorty B and performed by Too $hort, features on the soundtrack.
Source: IMDb · verified 2026-08-02
Critical Assessment
Black Panther holds 7.3/10 on IMDb (918K votes), 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a Metascore of 88 from 466 critic reviews — one of the best-reviewed MCU entries ever released.
“Black Panther elevates superhero cinema to thrilling new heights while telling one of the MCU's most absorbing stories -- and introducing some of its most fully realized characters.” — Rotten Tomatoes (critics consensus)
Critics (96% RT, 88 Metascore) and audiences (7.3 IMDb) are in rare, strong agreement — 3 Oscar wins among 125 total wins confirm this wasn't just a commercial phenomenon but a genuine critical landmark for the genre.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBlack Panther's 96% RT score, 88 Metascore, and 3 Oscar wins make it one of the rare superhero films to be treated as serious cinema rather than just genre spectacle — Killmonger is consistently cited as one of the MCU's few villains with a genuinely compelling ideological argument.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black Panther's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Black Panther holds a 96% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Black Panther's IMDb rating?+
Black Panther has a 7.3/10 rating on IMDb from 907,405 votes.
What is Black Panther's Metacritic score?+
Black Panther has a Metascore of 88/100 on Metacritic.
Is Black Panther good? What are critics saying?+
Black Panther holds 7.3/10 on IMDb (918K votes), 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, and a Metascore of 88 from 466 critic reviews — one of the best-reviewed MCU entries ever released.
How long is Black Panther?+
Black Panther has a runtime of 134 min.
Who directed Black Panther?+
Black Panther was directed by Ryan Coogler.
Where can I watch Black Panther?+
Black Panther is available to stream, rent, or buy on Disney Plus, Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Rakuten TV, Sky Store, JioHotstar, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The public reaction to "Black Panther" is overwhelmingly positive, with many praising its unique storytelling, well-developed characters, and cultural significance. Review excerpts suggest that some critics find the movie overhyped or overrated, while others believe it showcases Marvel's best qualities. The response to the trailer reveals a strong emotional connection for those who have seen the film, including Chadwick Boseman's tribute.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
The reviews for _Black Panther_ are all essentially saying the same thing: This is a great movie because it's so different from anything we've seen before, not just in the MCU but in the superhero genre overall, the villain is fantastic and _Black Panther_ is just a new and total…
Gimly · 7/10Overrated and overhyped. Definitely avoid. Watch on redbox if you must.
hankster3000 · 1/10This is definitely one of Marvel's best because the story is compelling and the characters are well developed. Black Panther and his friends and family must defend themselves and their homeland of Wakanda from the clutches of Klau (Andy Serkis) and Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan).…
Movie Queen41 · 10/10Really good movie. Good story, lots of fun. This is what DC is missing.
It was with some hesitation that I went to see this movie. I was afraid that it would be burdened with too much political and social preaching. Especially knowing how much the movie is praised amongst certain factions in our society today. Sure enough there were indeed some of th…
Dark Jedi · 7/10I was really surprised how much I liked this movie. There was so much going on; immigration concerns; the fight between saving the world and protecting your own country(sound familiar); the fear of an African country’s resources being pillaged; how best to handle the problems bla…
OblateSphereDroid · 9/10The Black Panther is a fun romp, but it definitely has some issues. First, the good. The action is fun, the emotions hit home, and the story isn't dirt-poor. While the CGI gets ripped on from time to time, I thought it was solid enough for a Marvel movie. The fight scenes were re…
Dsnake1 · 7/10The character of T'Challa made his debut in Captain America 3: Civil War. In Black Panther, T'Challa returns to his homeland of Wakanda after the death of his father who has been hiding a secret about his brother who lived in the USA. He now inherits the throne after a challenge…
DanDare · 6/10Overrated due to political correctness; it’s noble and has its points of interest, but it’s also kinda meh RELEASED IN 2018 and directed by Ryan Coogler, "Black Panther” details events when T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) takes over kingship of the hidden African nation Wakanda after…
Wuchak · 6/10Awesome movie
trinistud1 · 10/10"Black Panther is Marvelous (pun intended)" T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) returns home to his native Wakanda to be crowned king. Not long after he’s challenged for the throne and war looms over his homeland. Black Panther isn’t your typical hero because let’s face it… He’s black. A…
moovies · 8/10Black Panther will probably be remembered as a culturally significant film more so than a great one, but that shouldn't take away from the movie's deeper theme of inclusivity. This is a really good movie with heart and intelligence. The fact that I have issues with the pacing, th…
tmdb44006625 · 7/10I really enjoyed this film, it was new uncharted never done before, and they delivered a marvel masterpiece. I look forward to seeing the next one...
Nelson · 10/10overhyped before release and overrated after release, Black Panther is nothing more than another paint by numbers MCU movie, with boring characters and a lead that lacks charisma
Enjoyed that! <em>'Black Panther'</em>, the 18th MCU film, is very good. I really like the world building of Wakanda, as well as the cinematography and costume design. The cast are, as expected, excellent as well. Chadwick Boseman is terrific as T'Challa, as I knew he would be ba…
r96sk · 8/10This is quite a tough film to review objectively; at times it is as good as any from the comic-book universe; the cinematography and effects are top drawer and the pace of the action is usually well judged and enjoyable. The writing and the acting, on the other hand, are a differ…
CinemaSerf · 7/10I was hoping to see black revolution all over the world with cool weapons from Wakanda. Sadly that didn't happen, all weapons were destroyed before they were able to leave Wakanda
mochijohn · 8/10Black Panther is a groundbreaking film that stands out among its comic book movie counterparts. With a nearly all-black cast and a unique visual experience, the film takes audiences to the technologically advanced African nation of Wakanda. The story follows T'Challa, who becomes…
Antonio Alaminos-Fernández · 8/10I could go on and on, or I can simplify it into two points. 1: I liked it better when they called it Skyfall ... and... 2: I liked it better when they called it "The Phantom Menace." Merging the two didn't work, no one in their right mind would actually rip that much of a film wi…
GenerationofSwine · 1/10**Black Panther is a good and solid entry in the MCU, but I feel like it could have been even better.** Black Panther was a solid sup hero film with amazing characters, immaculate costumes, and an excellent cast. But I struggled with the plot giving greater focus to the villain a…
The Movie Mob · 6/10
From the trailer's comments
Nearly a decade later, this is still the BEST trailer for ANY Marvel movie ever. Period.
@blackwonderBW · 230 likes"You are a good man with a good heart" Rest in paradise, Chadwick Boseman
@nikkiabdon724 · 931 likes" It's Hard To Forget Someone" " Who Gave You So Much To Remember". - RIP Black Panther 😢🙏
@trajucreations · 2856 likesThis was THE BEST trailer. That music made it legendary.
@AlexanderNevermind888 · 2234 likesHe shot black Panther , infinity war , civil war and endgame while fighting stage 3 cancer . ResT in POWER KING ! WAKANDA FOREVER
@YuvrajGamit10 · 5357 likesStill remember when this trailer dropped. Epic.
@MichaelEMJAYJohnson · 2983 likesI keep coming back to listen to that beat at the end Edit: Rest In Peace Chadwick Boseman 😔
@killercassano · 5799 likesOne of the best teaser trailer edits of ALL TIME.
@Chancler · 3378 likes
