Ryan Coogler developing a Wakanda TV series for Disney+

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The Black Panther director has signed a five-year TV deal with Disney that will include developing a drama series based on the Marvel film's Kingdom of Wakanda. “Ryan Coogler is a singular storyteller whose vision and range have made him one of the standout filmmakers of his generation,” said Disney executive chairman Bob Iger said in a statement. “With Black Panther, Ryan brought a groundbreaking story and iconic characters to life in a real, meaningful and memorable way, creating a watershed cultural moment. We’re thrilled to strengthen our relationship and look forward to telling more great stories with Ryan and his team.”