The Black Panther has a Voice

Djimon Hounsou has been chosen to provide the voice of Black Panther in the 2009 BET animated series.

Hounsou says:

"It's a blessing for African Americans and minorities to have a super hero they can identify with. While the Black Panther is a powerful force for good, he is also a respected world leader who takes pride in his African heritage. He embodies the past and future of his culture, demonstrating the endless possibilities of an Africa that is truly free."

It seems like Marvel is using high profile actors for both their movies and their cartoons. Nice.

[Marvel]

Black Panther Animation Teaser

Here's a short clip of the upcoming Black Panther animated cartoon. It's an eight episode series that plans to air on BET in 2009. I don't know if this is what the cartoon will actually look like or if this is just a teaser. Let's hope it's got some better animation.

The Black Panther Animated Series

From Marvel Animation and BET:

BET Networks and Marvel Animation are teaming up to produce an animated series based on the legendary superhero, THE BLACK PANTHER. Casting is already underway for the series that is slated to premiere in the first quarter of 2009. A special sneak preview will premiere at Comic-Con in July during BET's panel on Saturday, July 26. The series will be adapted directly from the first six issues of the Marvel Comic written by Reginald Hudlin (issues #1 - #6 "Who Is The Black Panther").

So...yeah. That basically sums it up. I'll post any videos of Black Panther once they start coming out.