Here Are the Best Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Marketing Tie-Ins [UPDATED]

Here Are the Best Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Marketing Tie-Ins [UPDATED]

The biggest movie of the year definitely has to have the most interesting product tie-ins of the year.

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No one knows how to do marketing tie-ins like Marvel Studios. Whenever a big movie is set to hit theaters, we see an endless amount of major product partnerships. However, the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has seen those tie-ins reach new heights. From major brands like McDonald’s and Lexus, to Black companies like Blk & Bold, the new film has inspired a wide array of interesting merchandise and ad campaigns. In case you actually have a life and aren’t obsessively searching for all things Wakanda related, these are the best Black Panther: Wakanda Forever marketing tie-ins.

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Funko Pops

Funko Pops

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If you’re like me, you probably already have the newest Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Funko Pops on your shelf or they’re pre-ordered and on the way. If you’ve seen the movie, the first one available will look very familiar.

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Target

Target & Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” Short

We get a small look at the abilities of Riri Williams’ Ironheart gear in this Target ad highlighting how the company is encouraging young minds.

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Pear Nova

Pear Nova

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If you want your hands to look like you’re ready to join the Dora Milaje, these faux nails will help you blend right in during your trip to Wakanda.

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Young King

Young King

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This collection of hair products inspired by the film is “infused with African essential oils, including Baobab and Marula Oils.”

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McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys

McDonald’s Happy Meal Toys

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Please take a moment and say a prayer for all the poor McDonald’s employees who will have to put up with adult toy collectors. These are pretty awesome though, so I may need to order a Happy Meals for a few weeks.

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Sprite

Sprite Zero Sugar | Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”

If there’s one soda that will give Black folks a special portal to Wakanda, obviously, it’s Sprite.

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Mastercard

Mastercard

Small business heroes are all around us

It’s nice that Mastercard wants to celebrate Black businesses, but buyer beware—there are always strings attached with credit cards.

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Bevel Razor

Bevel Razor

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I didn’t realize Marvel Studios was after the expensive razor market in Phase Five. Maybe it holds the key to the multiverse.

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MAC Cosmetics

MAC Cosmetics

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This beautiful collection is one of the few products that genuinely looks like it came from Wakanda.

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My Black is Beautiful

My Black is Beautiful

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If you’re telling me your product will make my hair look like Angela Bassett’s, then I’m sold.

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Xbox

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Will this new hardware make me as smart as Shuri? Because gaming tech lost me after The Legend of Zelda.

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Adidas

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I absolutely need these sneakers, so I can be the coolest nerd at the comic book store. Where did you think I was going to wear them? To the gym? Don’t be silly.

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Lexus

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Is this car made of vibranium? Because that would be really helpful in Southern California.

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Actively Black

Actively Black

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Why yes, I do need to dress like a superhero at the farmers market. You don’t know how aggressive those old ladies get when the freshly baked bread comes out of the bakery.

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BLK & Bold

BLK & Bold

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The real question is, will this coffee give me the powers of the heart-shaped herb?

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A Dozen Cousins

A Dozen Cousins

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The Caribbean food brand is releasing its new Flavors of Wakanda collection, which features Jollof Rice, Jerk Chicken and Coconut Rice Seasoning Sauces, with a “vibranium” spoon.” You had me at Jerk Chicken.

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