Ahsoka Series, Black Panther 2 Update, and more!

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Ahsoka Series

Ahsoka, a new Original Series, starring @RosarioDawson and set within the timeline of @TheMandalorian, is coming to @DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/jD8byvNvDP

— Star Wars (@starwars) December 10, 2020

Star Wars released a new logo for their brand new Ahsoka series. The show, starring Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka Tano, will take place in the same timeline as The Mandalorian. The Ahsoka series is set to premiere on Disney+.

Black Panther 2 Update

Black Panther 2, opening July 8, 2022, is being written & directed by Ryan Coogler. Honoring Chadwick Boseman’s legacy & portrayal of T’Challa, @MarvelStudios will not recast the character, but will explore the world of Wakanda & the rich characters introduced in the first film.

— Disney (@Disney) December 11, 2020

Marvel shared an update about Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther 2. They confirmed that they will not be recasting the character T’Challa, but they will, “explore the world of Wakanda & the rich characters introduced in the first film.” Black Panther 2 is set to run into theaters on July 8th, 2022.

Chris Pine Cast as Lead in Dungeons & Dragons

Paramount and Hasbro’s Dungeons & Dragons film has cast their star. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Chris Pine will play the main role in the film. The Dungeons & Dragons film will premiere on May 27th, 2022.

Lion King Prequel

A prequel to the live-action The Lion King is in development from @BarryJenkins, director of the Oscar-winning film Moonlight. @HansZimmer, @Pharrell Williams, and @NicholasBritell will provide the music. 🦁

— Disney (@Disney) December 11, 2020

Disney is set to develop a prequel to the live-action Lion King film. Barry Jenkins is set to direct the film. Hanz Zimmer, Pharrel, and Nicholas Britell will provide the music.

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