The wait is finally over with the theatrical release Black Panther: Wakanda Forever The world premiere will take place on November 11. After the 2018 film starring Chadwick Boseman gave the MCU a breath of fresh air with its mighty warriors and cultural acclaim, the already critically acclaimed sequel focuses on how the kingdom rebuilds itself after the death of King T’Challa. Although Boseman was originally slated to star in the film, the actor passed away in August 2020 after battling colon cancer for over four years. His character’s legacy lives on through the highly anticipated sequel, and fans are excited to visit Wakanda again soon.

Just like other Marvel titles first showed in theaters before moving on to streaming, the movie is expected to hit Disney+ soon. If you’re curious about the details surrounding the streaming release of the sequel, here’s a handy guide on when you can watch it at home.

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Editor’s Note: This article was last updated on January 3rd with the latest streaming information.

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When will Black Panther: Wakanda Forever be available for streaming?

Letitia Wright as Shuri during T'Challa's funeral in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
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Official streaming release date announced. The film will hit Disney+ on January 20, 2023. That’s 70 days after release, which is longer than other MCU movies released in 2022. For example, Thor: Love and Thunder it was only 47 days exclusively in theaters before it hit streaming. Another recent Marvel movie that hit the big screen before moving to the home screen was Doctor Strange in the multiverse of madness. Superhero Sequel featuring Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen remained in theaters for exactly two months before appearing on Disney+. Once the movie is released on Disney+, you can watch it at the following link:

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Will Black Panther: Wakanda Forever be available for rental on demand?

The answer is yes, although we don’t have a date for that yet. Here is a list of platforms that you will be given access to rent Black Panther: Wakanda Forever online: Amazon, YouTube, Google Play, Apple TV and Vudu. Though Black Widow was released on Disney+ and in theaters at the same time with a rental-on-demand option, the Walt Disney Studios decided to drop that release plan since pandemic restrictions eased.

Is the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever After Soundtrack available for streaming?

Original Black Panther the film had a catchy soundtrack, so the director Ryan Coogler (who also executive produced the soundtrack) and his team had to heavily improve the game for its successor. The soundtrack is now available to stream on Spotify, Apple Music and other music streaming platforms from November 2, 2022. It is filled with notable contributions, including from artists such as Rihanna, Stormzyand Future. Rihanna’s lead single “Lift Me Up” had a record debut within its first week as it became the most played song on US radio in history.

What is Black Panther: Wakanda Forever About?

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Read the official synopsis of the film here:

In Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira) and Dora Milahe (including Florence Kasumba), fight to protect their nation from interference from the world powers after the death of King T’Challa. As the people of Wakanda race to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must unite with the help of the war dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) and pave a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.

Is the original Black Panther available on Disney+?

The 2018 movie is available on the streaming platform, so if you’re looking to brush up on your memory, it’s time to rewatch it. It’s also worth noting that the series, set in Wakanda, is already in development, so fans can rest assured there’s still a lot to explore in this part. Black Panther Universe.

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