The release of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ on Disney+ brought record viewership to the streaming service, and it became the most-watched Marvel premiere ever, according to a recent report.
The sequel to 2018’s groundbreaking Black Panther was first released in theaters in July of this year. Following its success, Disney+ made it available for streaming on November 29th, and it became a hit with audiences, amassing 1.2 million viewers in its first 24 hours, more than any other Marvel movie on the platform.
The news of the movie’s success spurred online discourse, with some fans expressing shock at the news, and others wondering why Marvel didn’t release the film on Disney+ earlier, as the original Black Panther had been available to stream immediately after its theatrical release.
Regardless, the movie continues to bring in viewers, proving itself to be a success both on the big screen and on the small. The story of T’Challa and his journey of accountability and redemption enabled viewers to achieve the long-awaited Black Panther sequel they had been waiting for.
The success of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ speaks to the importance of representation, as well as the decision to make it available as soon as it came out in theatres. This model is one that is employed by Disney+ to great success, as they continue to usher in a new era of entertainment — one that embraces diversity, both in front of and behind the camera.
With the success of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’, it’s clear that Disney+ is here to stay. The streaming service continues to draw in viewers by delivering blockbuster entertainment, and it’s inspiring to see the work of diverse talent shine on such a large platform.
It’s no surprise that this movie has become the most-watched Marvel premiere ever on Disney+, and with Marvel set to deliver more content on the platform in the future, it’s sure to be just the beginning.
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