Wakanda (TV series)

Marvel's Wakanda, or simply Wakanda, is an upcoming American television series created for ABC by Kenya Barris, based on the fictional Marvel Comics nation and focusing on the characters who live there. It is set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Synopsis
The series takes place early during WWII and focuses on Azzuri, the grandfather of T'Challa, his rule of Wakanda and his attempts to protect the nation from outsiders. While flying back from a USO tour, a group of outsiders accidentally find themselves in Wakanda and unfortunately bring trouble with them. Azzuri must decide what he must do in the face of danger as his enemies approach. It is expected to run for three seasons.

Main cast

 * as : The king of Wakanda and the current Black Panther. Unlike the more familiar T'Challa, Azzuri has a stern grasp on the ways of his people, but slowly begins to open his mind.
 * as Nanali: A member of the Dora Milaje and Azzuri's confidant and love interest. The character is described as being just as capable if not more so than Azzuri at leading.
 * as Takami: A Wakandan scientist with a sense of humor. He has an intense interest in technology that he shares with Azzuri and quickly befriends Izzy.
 * as (season 1): A WWII soldier who finds himself in Wakanda. He is level headed and patriotic about his country and believes that Wakanda should aid the war effort.
 * as (season 1): A USO performer who ends up in Wakanda. She is an entertainer who feels a closeness with the people of Wakanda.
 * as (season 1): A WWII soldier and mechanical expert. He primarily serves as the comic relief and forms a kinship with Takami.
 * as Myron MacLain (season 1) : A Stark scientist who is curious about Wakanda. He believes that the technology should be shared and gets on edge with everyone.
 * as (season 1): A physically strong Nazi who invades Wakanda. He is unforgiving and merciless and hopes to wipe out Wakanda and steal their tech.
 * as (season 1): Lohmer's wife and a serious Nazi soldier. She is cruel and has a masochist who enjoys torturing her victims.
 * as N'Gassi (season 1): An elder of Wakanda and loyal to Azzuri. He is haughtily against ignoring Wakandan law, but believes that Azzuri will do the right thing.
 * as B'Tumba: Azzuri's childhood friend who possesses high aspirations. He grows to resent his Wakandan heritage and fights for Wakandan usurpation.
 * as (season 2): A deranged reverend who preaches the end of times and attempts to usurp the throne of Wakanda for himself.
 * as Frederick Klaue (season 2; recurring season 1): A dubious Belgian based in South Africa. He is a weapons expert who prefers to work behind the scenes instead of front and center.

Recurring

 * as (season 1): Leader of the Border Tribe in Wakanda.
 * Alex Marshall-Brown as Zawadi: Nanali's friend and a member of the Dora Milaje.
 * as M'Shindi / White Gorilla: The current leader of the Jabari tribe.
 * as : The panther goddess who bestows the power of the panther and speaks from up high.
 * Antal Kalik as (season 1): A physically capable Nazi agent.
 * as Ella Ziegler (season 2): Klaue's snarky girlfriend and later wife.
 * as Tanzika / Madam Slay (season 2): B'Tumba's love interest who can control leopards.

Guest

 * as : A hunter who is immune to poisons and has trained snakes.

Season 1

 * "The Old Country" - As WWII begins to rage outside, Azzuri attempts to keep the peace in Wakanda against the Jabari Tribe. Azzuri tries to look for guidance, when an unexpected event happens.
 * "Foreigners" - Outsiders end up in the hidden country as Azzuri attempts to quell the fears of his people. However, the new visitors bring unwanted guests into Wakanda.
 * "Higher Power" - As Wakanda asks Bast for guidance in these harsh times, Azzuri must look for who to trust and who to fear when the Nazi's attempt to send in their best agents for their technology.
 * "Great Minds" - Takami, Wakanda's technician, might have a solution to their problems that all parties can agree on. Meanwhile, Myron's curiosity gets the best of him when he discovers Vibranium.
 * "Friends Close" - Azzuri has Nanali and Zawadi train their allies in the case of an eventual attack, leaving B'Tumba feeling neglected. The Nazi's prepare their next big attack.
 * "Enemies Closer" - The Wakandans must defend their sacred grounds from the Nazis who send their most dangerous assassins to raze the land for their materials.
 * "Panther Vs. Tiger" - As Azzuri faces off against a handicapped, yet still volatile enemy, Dino and Izzy try to lead a small army to take out the Nazi's biggest asset.
 * "Tribes of Our Nation" - Azzuri must bring the various tribes together to end the threat, though not everyone is willing to unite. Meanwhile, B'Tumba begins to make some shifty dealings.
 * "The War at Home" - Wakanda and their allies must rally together to take on the Nazis, but B'Tumba might throw everything out of control when he confronts Azzuri with some dire news.
 * "The Panther Strikes" - Azzuri must put his title of Black Panther to the test when he is given the greatest challenge to face, but must also make a grand sacrifice.

Season 2

 * "Propaganda" - Azzuri risks Wakanda's existence after the loss of many good people. When his reign of king is challenged by his former friend, Azzuri must try and qualm the people's fears.
 * "The Reverend Preaches" - A self-proclaimed reverend announces his intent to help fix Wakanda, but first they must oust Azzuri. Allies and Enemies are formed in these harsh times.