Kingdom of Wakanda, the Marvel nation renowned for tech and monarchy
Marvel’s Avengers: Doomsday features a multi-universe lineup with Robert Downey Jr. returning as Doctor Doom. The film, slated for December 18, 2026, follows Doomsday’s clash with the Fantastic Four and the X-Men, as Comic-Con previews reveal. Gosling is cast as Ghost Rider, while Ian McKellen, Patrick Stewart and others reprise or join roles across a sprawling ensemble.
David Jonsson has been cast as the new Black Panther, playing T’Challa’s son in the upcoming third film, with Ryan Coogler returning as director. The announcement was made at Comic-Con, and the film is slated for release on 15 December 2028. Jonsson's rise from East London to a blockbuster leads a new chapter for Wakanda.
A look at how streaming and new platforms are reshaping the careers and memory of a BAFTA-winning director, with reflections from collaborators and a peek at archival material and upcoming releases.
A three-part Channel 4 documentary on Lyra McKee’s 2019 murder follows Detective Jason Murphy as he investigates the crime amid a culture of silence and mistrust that hampers justice. The film uses CCTV evidence and interviews, revealing tensions between police and communities in Northern Ireland.