In a recent interview, Denzel Washington, the acclaimed actor, shared his plans for retirement after working on a few more films. Washington expressed his desire to take on new challenges by portraying roles he hasn't done before, such as Hannibal and King Lear. He mentioned that director Ryan Coogler is currently writing a role for him in the potential "Black Panther 3."
Despite his upcoming projects, Washington hinted at his limited future in the film industry, stating, "At this point in my career, I'm only interested in working with the best. I don't know how many more films I'm going to make, probably not that many." He outlined his future roles, including Othello, Hannibal, and King Lear, before ultimately retiring from acting.
Washington's mention of a potential role in "Black Panther 3" caught the attention of Marvel fans, although the studio has not officially announced the film. Coogler's involvement in the previous "Black Panther" movies and the promise of the character's return in the closing credits of "Wakanda Forever" have fueled speculation about the future of the franchise. However, there has been no confirmation from Coogler or Disney regarding a third "Black Panther" installment.
Marvel Studios has a lineup of sequels in the works, including "Captain America: Brave New World," "Avengers: Doomsday," and a fourth "Spider-Man" movie with Tom Holland. While Washington's potential involvement in "Black Panther 3" remains uncertain, his impending retirement marks a significant transition in his career after decades of acclaimed performances on screen and stage.