'Black Panther' Makes History With Massive $25.2 Million Opening Thursday | THR News

Black Panther, directed by Ryan Coogler, is making history with its impressive box office earnings, becoming the fourth best superhero movie preview. Fans celebrated its release by dressing in cultural and character costumes, highlighting its cultural significance. The film features a predominantly Black cast, with Chadwick Boseman starring as T'Challa, the king of Wakanda. The movie is expected to break records for a February opening and could become the biggest launch for a Marvel Cinematic Universe hero's first standalone movie.

Which superhero movie had a higher preview gross than Black Panther?

• Avengers: Age of Ultron

• Captain America: Civil War

• The Dark Knight Rises

• Deadpool

What unique aspect did fans incorporate into their attire for the Black Panther premiere?

• Traditional African clothing

• Hollywood-style gowns

• Superhero capes

• Casual wear

Who directed the film Black Panther?

• Joss Whedon

• Christopher Nolan

• Zack Snyder

• Ryan Coogler

What is the name of the fictional nation where T'Challa becomes king?

• Asgard

• Genosha

• Latveria

• Wakanda

What was the predicted box office debut for Black Panther over the holiday weekend?

• $200 million

• $250 million

• $165 million

• $100 million