WONDER WOMAN: 8 Actresses Who Could Play The Amazon Warrior If Gal Gadot Is Replaced In The DCU

While it hasn't been confirmed, it's looking increasingly unlikely that Gal Gadot will play Wonder Woman in the new DCU. With that in mind, we've rounded up our top picks to play the Amazon Warrior...

By JoshWilding - Mar 30, 2023 12:03 PM EST

Filed Under: Wonder Woman

With DC Studios plotting a massive reboot of the DCEU, it's become clear the "Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters" slate will look completely different to the stories that have preceded it.

Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, and Dwayne Johnson are among the actors not reprising their respective roles in the DCU and it's looking increasingly unlikely we'll see Gal Gadot return as Wonder Woman. Her scenes in The Flash have allegedly been cut, while James Gunn and Peter Safran put the brakes on Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman 3 plans.

At 37, Gadot isn't too old to play Diana Prince, but with a younger Batman and Superman set to take centre stage in the DCU, it feels like a fresh start is needed. With that in mind, we've compiled some of our favourites to take over the role of the Amazon warrior.

You can find out who we've chosen by clicking on the "Next" button below.

8. Courtney Eaton

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After supporting roles in movies like Mad Max: Fury Road and Gods of Egypt, Courtney Eaton is perhaps best known these days for starring in Yellowjackets.

At 5'10", the 27-year-old already has the right stature to bring this Amazon to life on screen and is enough of an "unknown" to avoid audiences having any preconceived notions if she were to be cast. Gadot, on the other hand, found herself coming under fire after starring in the Fast & Furious movies!

It helps, of course, that she also looks like the comic book Diana Prince come to life...

7. Ella Balinska

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A talented actress who has perhaps had bad luck with the projects she's been cast in, Ella Balinska would make for a great Wonder Woman in the DCU.

Many of you will recognise her from Charlie's Angels and Resident Evil, of course, and while those proved that she's capable of playing a badass, they still didn't do Balinska justice. Having described herself as a mix of "British, Polish and Caribbean," we're sure the 26-year-old would be a convincingly exotic Themiscyran.

And at 5'11, the actress has the height advantage to boot.

6. Monica Barbaro

After impressing with her work in Top Gun: Maverick, Monica Barbaro was given the chance to suit up as a superhero (well, an actress playing a superhero) in Paramount+'s At Midnight.

We appreciate that's not necessarily enough to make her qualified to take on the role in a future Wonder Woman project but feel confident in saying she has the potential to do this hero justice. At 32, we can imagine Diana being perhaps a little more seasoned than some of the other actresses listed here.

That's not exactly a bad thing either, especially when Diana is hundreds, if not thousands, of years old!

5. Eiza González

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After racking up credits in movies like Baby Driver, Hobbs & Shaw, Bloodshot, and Godzilla vs. Kong, Eiza González has become one of Hollywood's most in-demand leading ladies.

Despite that, it feels like she's still waiting on her big break, and Wonder Woman could be exactly what the Mexican actress needs to be rocketed into the stratosphere. The stunning Ambulance star is definitely someone who turns heads when they walk onto the screen and has enough action credentials to have all the makings of a superhero.

As a result, we think the 33-year-old would be a perfect choice to play the DCU's Diana Prince.

4. Christian Serratos

After playing Rosita Espinosa in The Walking Dead, we've no doubt a lot of you will already be extremely familiar with Christian Serratos' work.

Never failing to impress in the long-running AMC series, the 32-year-old has also starred in the Twilight movies and Selena: The Series. At 5'7", she's one of the shortest actresses here, but c'mon, that's far from the end of the world. VFX can be used to make Diana appear more "Amazonian," but more importantly, she's great at playing characters who are tough as nails.

It feels like Serratos would put a fresh spin on this hero, perhaps making her more of a fighter than a princess.

3. Ana de Armas

In some respects, this feels almost too predictable, but we'd still struggle to find fault with DC Studios enlisting one of Hollywood's brightest rising stars.

Putting herself on the map with movies like Knives Out and No Time to Die, Ana de Armas now looks set to lead her own action franchise with John Wick spin-off Ballerina. She's clearly looking to balance serious dramatic roles with blockbuster fare and the 34-year-old would be a fantastic replacement for Gal Gadot.

Sometimes the best answer is the most obvious one, so we could see this happening down the line.

2. Karen Gillan

DC Studios co-CEO and Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn has expressed interest in bringing MCU actors into the DCU and, by rights, Doctor Who alum Karen Gillan should be near the top of that list.

Now, we get it. On the surface, she's not necessarily someone who immediately comes to mind with a role like Wonder Woman. Put the flaming red locks to one side, though, and the 35-year-old Nebula actress actually bears a striking resemblance to the classic Diana Prince from the comics. She's also a mega talent.

This would be a divisive pick, but one we think would see Gillan prove her doubters wrong. She's also 5'11, folks.

1. Lily James

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This seemingly diminutive English actress might not boast the OTT muscles of the Wonder Woman we see fighting alongside the Justice League in the comics each month, but short of hiring a Gladiator or wrestler, that won't be the case for anyone.

Lily James is, however, one of the most talented stars on this list. After delivering a terrific performance in Pam & Tommy, it feels like she can do pretty much anything, and we think Wonder Woman could be a great role for her in this new DCU. With a striking look and plenty of presence on screen, the 33-year-old could steal the show as Diana.

Picture her as Agent Diana Prince for a moment and we're sure you'll agree!

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IcePyke - 3/30/2023, 12:02 PM

grif - 3/30/2023, 12:04 PM

Ana de Armas is 5 foot 6

FilmGuy7878 - 3/30/2023, 12:05 PM

Out of those choices, Monica Barbaro and Courtney Eaton are the people I can see the most as Diana. A casting choice I will personally add to the fray is Melissa Barrera.

MasterMix - 3/30/2023, 12:07 PM

You forgot Alexandra Daddario

TheIronDuck - 3/30/2023, 12:23 PM

@MasterMix - she'd be a better fit for the Tomb Raider reboot.

mountainman - 3/30/2023, 12:26 PM

@MasterMix - And she’s gotten better as an actress over the years. Wouldn’t have wanted her when her name was floated around years ago, but I think she’d be perfect for the role today.

marvel72 - 3/30/2023, 1:23 PM

@MasterMix - Better than all these other choices.

TyrantBossMedia - 3/30/2023, 2:23 PM

@MasterMix - I was reading that list and saying "No" to every one just waiting to see Daddario at the top of the list or near the top. But we're talking about Josh here so.

I always thought Jamie Alexander would have been a terrific choice.

dracula - 3/30/2023, 4:32 PM

@TyrantBossMedia - she was actually asked to audition for Wonder Woman, but the marvel contract prevented her from doing so (only for them to waste her in every one of her appearances)

TyrantBossMedia - 3/30/2023, 6:16 PM

@dracula - Perhaps her contact has expired now. I would love to see her in the role.

ModHaterSLADE - 3/30/2023, 12:07 PM

Rather see Ana de Armas as Poison Ivy.

PartyKiller - 3/30/2023, 12:08 PM

Why worry about it? Gunn's DCU will last about 5 years, 3 on life support. Then on to the next reboot.

DeadClunge - 3/30/2023, 12:15 PM

@PartyKiller - 🤣😭😭🤣

DarthOmega - 3/30/2023, 12:09 PM

At one point she expressed interest, and then later changed her mind. But I always thought Jaimie Alexander would have been a perfect Wonder Woman if she wasn't in the MCU. They didn't use her enough anyway in those films imo.

Webster614 - 3/30/2023, 12:17 PM

@DarthOmega - I dig it.

MotherGooseUPus - 3/30/2023, 12:24 PM

@DarthOmega - i agree, she would be perfect

Captainhulk1 - 3/30/2023, 12:10 PM

Just had to pull that bullshit, by including number 7.

EskimoJ - 3/30/2023, 4:12 PM

@Captainhulk1 - Naturally, that's what stood out to you.

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