Fans flock to Black Panther screenings at El Capitan in Hollywood

HOLLYWOOD, LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Moviegoers at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood lined up early and dressed up for the opening night of Black Panther.

Some of those who attended wore traditional African outfits in honor of the occasion. Audiences nationwide have been eagerly awaiting Black Panther, which features a predominantly black cast and women in key roles. They're super heroes children haven't seen before.

To see how fans reacted to the movie, watch Melissa MacBride's full report in the video above.

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