Will Gal Gadot Return As The DCU's WONDER WOMAN? Here's The Latest Update On Her Future As Diana Prince

With Superman director James Gunn confirming that a Wonder Woman project is officially in the works at DC Studios, what are the odds of Gal Gadot reprising the role of Diana Prince in the new DCU?

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By JoshWilding - Jun 13, 2025 10:06 AM EST

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While DC Studios announced plans for the Themyscira-set Paradise Lost TV series at the start of 2023, there was no mention of a new Wonder Woman movie. Updates have since been few and far between, despite Superman and The Brave and the Bold being in the works.

That changed this week. Talking to Entertainment Weekly, DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn said, "Wonder Woman's a separate thing, slow moving, but it's moving. We're working on Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman's being written right now."

While many fans have been speculating about who could play the next Diana Prince, some believe Gal Gadot will get another shot at donning the Amazonian's armour. She portrayed the hero in several DCEU movies, including Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Wonder Woman, Justice League, Wonder Woman 1984, Zack Snyder's Justice League, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, and The Flash.

Gadot's acting abilities were frequently criticised during her stint as the hero. Gunn has enlisted DCEU actors like Xolo Maridueña, John Cena, and Jennifer Holland, meaning a return wasn't outside the realm of possibility.

However, when Jeff Sneider was asked about the chances of Gadot playing Wonder Woman again on The Hot Mic, he replied, "No, no, no, absolutely not happening."

The insider also speculated that Gunn might be writing the Wonder Woman movie or that he could have plans to include her in what's believed to be a World's Finest movie featuring Batman and Superman. So, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice 2.0? We'll see.

Gadot not reprising her DCEU role isn't hugely surprising. However, there may have been a time when she did anticipate playing Diana again. Promoting Netflix's Heart of Stone in 2023, she insisted her return was planned.

At the time, Gadot talked repeatedly about meeting with Gunn and Peter Safran, and strongly hinted that the duo had assured her she would return as the iconic DC Comics character in a new Wonder Woman movie.

Despite that, the plug was pulled on Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman 3 almost immediately after DC Studios was formed, primarily because it didn't fit into the DCU's new direction. The trades, meanwhile, published a firm denial regarding Gadot's return, and it was clear their information was coming straight from DC Studios.

There have been rumblings for a while that DC Studios has started approaching actors about playing the Amazon superhero, though Andor star Adria Arjona remains a firm fan favourite to take on the role among fans.

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UnderBelly - 6/13/2025, 10:25 AM

I'm pretty sure he wasn't able to say it back then because she had a deal still in place....same for Miller, when he was saying he's still Flash if he wants it.

I'm sure they've either now expired, or been bought out!

Even though I'm still salty over Cavill, (Still digging Corenswet) that era is over....we move on.

luchobeto - 6/13/2025, 12:23 PM

Chatgpt options:

Florence Pugh – She’s a fan favorite and has the acting chops to pull off Wonder Woman’s strength, intelligence, and empathy. Florence has shown she can handle both action-packed roles (in Black Widow) and more dramatic, layered performances (in Midsommar and Little Women). She also has the physicality to step into Wonder Woman’s boots.

Anya Taylor-Joy – While Anya is known for her more ethereal, mystical roles (The Queen’s Gambit, The Witch), she also has the potential to channel Wonder Woman’s mix of strength and vulnerability. Her ability to embody complex characters could bring depth to Diana Prince.

Kaitlyn Maher – Kaitlyn has had some buzz in recent years, particularly in Deadpool 3. Her youthful energy combined with a strong sense of empathy could lend itself well to Diana. Plus, her physical presence could be a good fit for Wonder Woman’s imposing stature.

Sophie Turner – Though she’s more widely recognized for her portrayal of Sansa Stark, Sophie has the necessary presence to take on Diana. She has the gravitas and experience to handle the character's leadership and emotional complexity, and her fierce demeanor could be a natural fit for Wonder Woman.

Naomi Scott – Known for Aladdin and Power Rangers, Naomi Scott has the right combination of physicality, emotional range, and youthful energy. She could embody the nobility and sense of justice that defines Diana.

Adelaide Kane – Adelaide has been flying under the radar but has a solid fan base, thanks to her roles in shows like Reign and The Originals. She has a regal quality that would suit Diana’s royal background as an Amazonian princess, and she can definitely bring intensity to the role.

Gambito - 6/13/2025, 10:31 AM

James wisely avoids all the heat Gadot brings along, say whatever you want about him but he knows how to cast the baddies for these films. Can’t wait to see Adria Arjona take the role

GeneralZod - 6/13/2025, 10:34 AM

Gal is termed out at 40. Reboot Diana Price. Need someone in their early 20s that will hold the role the next 15 years.

Lisa89 - 6/13/2025, 10:37 AM

@GeneralZod - That rules out Adria Arjona (33).

GeneralZod - 6/13/2025, 10:46 AM

@Lisa89 - Hopefully. Not a fan of her.

MisterBones - 6/13/2025, 10:37 AM

TheFinestSmack - 6/13/2025, 10:37 AM

Was this subject not already settled a long time ago?

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:07 AM

@TheFinestSmack -

"However, when Jeff Sneider was asked about the chances of Gadot playing Wonder Woman again on The Hot Mic, he replied, "No, no, no, absolutely not happening."

TheFinestSmack - 6/13/2025, 2:15 PM

@KennKathleen - waiting patiently for Jeff Sneider to tell us Robert Townsend is done playing Meteor Man...

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 5:06 PM

@TheFinestSmack -

as:

?si=gumtmClo_zdenfr2

TheFinestSmack - 6/13/2025, 9:51 PM

@KennKathleen - DO IT!!!

ObserverIO - 6/13/2025, 10:39 AM

Once, a few years back David Zaslav was looking for someone to head up DC Studios. He interviewed every kind of man (plural) and woman (singular). Tall men, short men, fat men, thin men, perverts and total perverts.

One of these men was James Gunn. So Zaslav asked him what he asked every potential studio head, "Why should I hire you?" and Jimmy Gunn said "Because I will double down on every single mistake that the DCEU made, sir".
Zaslav was taken aback by this. "That's your pitch?!" he exclaimed, "Why would you think I would hire you when your pitch is to do all the same things wrong that the DCEU did?!"

"Because," the rascally director said "I'm James Gunn".
Zaslav seemed non-plussed at this so James repeated it in his best Batman voice "I'm James Gunn!"
Zaslav still seemed unimpressed.
"I'm gonna make all the same mistakes, double-down on them even, but it'll still work because I'm James Gunn. Get it?"
A shit eating dumbass smile faded into view at the bottom of Zaslav's college professor face.
"I get it."

So James Gunn was hired and he proceeded to make all the same mistakes as the old DCEU heads and din sum! But it all worked out rosy and peachy because... because he's James Gunn

The End.

TheVisionary25 - 6/13/2025, 10:40 AM

Yeah , I thought we already knew she wasn’t coming back but I guess glad to get even more “confirmation” on something we already knew…

Anyway I haven’t disliked Gal’s acting as much as some others seem to since I do feel she has improved to a degree from the work of hers I’ve seen but I still don’t think she’s gonna win an award anytime soon lol.

I thought she played Diana decently well throughout her run but I do think it’s time to move on to someone new , especially since we are getting a recasted Superman & Batman aswell.

ObserverIO - 6/13/2025, 10:41 AM

So it look like World's Finest will be BvS-The GunnCut part 2.

ObserverIO - 6/13/2025, 10:42 AM

(Superman is BvS-The GunnCut part 1)

MisterBones - 6/13/2025, 11:06 AM

@ObserverIO - instead of World's Finest I do hope its actually Trinity. I would kill for WF, but a Trinity film would be really cool too

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:09 AM

@MisterBones -

ObserverIO - 6/13/2025, 11:33 AM

@MisterBones - Maybe he'll do a trilogy.

Superman
World's Finest
Trinity

And then Justice League! A tetralogy!

MisterBones - 6/13/2025, 12:03 PM

@ObserverIO - that would be cool. Each film a build up to the ultimate team up

LebaneseSpidey1 - 6/13/2025, 10:42 AM

Hahahaha nope it will never happen.
🇵🇸❤️

Pictilli - 6/13/2025, 10:42 AM

Gal Greenstein/Gadot as Wonder Woman is the second worst casting in superhero movie history. Her only similarity to the character is dark hair. I hope she never plays the character again.

OrgasmicPotatoe - 6/13/2025, 10:59 AM

@Pictilli - I'm curious, who's the #1 worst casting ?

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:13 AM

@OrgasmicPotatoe -

DarthAlgar - 6/13/2025, 11:14 AM

@OrgasmicPotatoe -

Pictilli - 6/13/2025, 11:54 AM

@OrgasmicPotatoe - Ezra Miller as The Flash of course.

Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor is the third worst casting

OrgasmicPotatoe - 6/13/2025, 12:53 PM

@Pictilli - Fair enough. I don't mind Gal all that much, but I'm sure there's a thousand women out there who could play that role.

Agreed on Jesse as Lex, terribly cast.

TheVisionary25 - 6/13/2025, 10:46 AM

One last time…

?si=jGKl5dGAxT-i5Mog

Clintthahamster - 6/13/2025, 10:49 AM

Betteridge's Law: "Any headline that ends in a question mark can be answered by the word no."

TheVisionary25 - 6/13/2025, 10:58 AM

@Clintthahamster - is water wet?

Yes so that Law might be debunked lol

bkmeijer1 - 6/13/2025, 11:06 AM

@TheVisionary25 - in defense of the law, I think it counts for questions that are not a certainty. If then, it's stated as an assertion.

In case of your example, the headline would either be "is water draw?" or

I apologise for getting technical. I don't even agree with the statement. Water is not wet imo. Something is wet when water is poured on it (like a t-shirt), while water with water poured on it is just more water.

Okay, now I'm done.

TheVisionary25 - 6/13/2025, 11:14 AM

@bkmeijer1 -

I do get what you mean to an extent though but Water is wet I feel moreso that it is a capability to do that

bkmeijer1 - 6/13/2025, 12:56 PM

@TheVisionary25 - yeah, I figured you were joking around. Still, I had my fun too. Let's not go into a debate about water though

DocSpock - 6/13/2025, 11:03 AM

She won't be back. Though she didn't write that mess, WW 1984 was so awful, I'm sure they want nothing that reminds them of that turkey.

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:15 AM

@DocSpock - Good. I've got the perfect spot for her...

DocSpock - 6/13/2025, 11:21 AM

@KennKathleen -

Fine by me. I don't even know what that is.

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:30 AM

@DocSpock -

Lilandra/Deathbird.

PS: Never green light the unknown.

DocSpock - 6/13/2025, 11:33 AM

@KennKathleen -

Great character in the comics. I never saw any of those cartoons.

KennKathleen - 6/13/2025, 11:37 AM

@DocSpock - Exactly. She just needs to be a charmer who Xavier can bond with beyond the stars.

Gal can do that.

She will also gain the chance to let the villain loose in the alter twin. Win²

DocSpock - 6/13/2025, 11:44 AM

@KennKathleen -

3 things I have always wanted to see done well in the movies regarding the X-Men:

The Shi'ar. The Brood. The freakin' Starjammers!!!!

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Will Gal Gadot Return As The DCU's WONDER WOMAN? Here's The Latest Update On Her Future As Diana Prince

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