Black Panther is one of the most popular superhero films of all time, and its massive success helped its star become a household name. How did Chadwick Boseman get cast as this groundbreaking hero, and how did he prepare for this role? Readers discover the answers to these questions and more through simple text written at an achievable level for readers at a variety of ages. Full-color photographs of Boseman at work and on the red carpet are presented alongside this engaging narrative, and a helpful timeline and fun fact boxes provide additional information on this high-interest topic.