As the DCEU is slowly coming together, the upcoming release ofWonder Woman is raising expectations on plenty of fronts: First female superhero solo film for DC, first live-action movie for the character on the big screen, and only the fourth installment of the DCEU after Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad.
Even in the polarizing Batman v Superman, Gal Gadot's Diana Prince, a.k.a. Wonder Woman, was pretty much universally praised, so we can't wait to see her kick ass in her own movie before the Justice League comes together. If you're a Wonder Woman fan too, here's where you can get all the latest news and crazy theories about the movie ahead of its release.
As the DCEU is slowly coming together, the upcoming release ofWonder Woman is raising expectations on plenty of fronts: First female superhero solo film for DC, first live-action movie for the character on the big screen, and only the fourth installment of the DCEU after Man of Steel, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad.
Wonder Woman Movie News & Rumors
Updated 09/25/2016:
Two pictures have leaked from what looks like a new trailer for Wonder Woman, and while they don't add much information, they do give us a good look at Wonder Woman in action. Unlike the sepia tones of Batman v Superman, the movie seems to fully honor the red, blue and gold colors of the heroine's costume. You'll also notice the TrailerPark watermark, referencing the company who cut the trailer for Suicide Squad and was reportedly brought in to edit the movie as well.
The actress playing the mysterious woman in the mask featured in theWonder Woman trailer, Elena Anaya, teased her villainous role in an interview with Spanish website SensaCine, translated by Batman-News:
"Well, it was a small role in this big ensemble, but it is an important character in the story. It's directed by Patty Jenkins, then there's Gal Gadot as our main lead, Chris Pine as her co-lead and I'm going to be… a big nightmare for the two of them."
While we still don't have confirmation of her exact role — most theories favor Doctor Poison — it's exciting to know she'll be a serious obstacle in Diana's path.
Could Wonder Woman include an Aquaman cameo? One of the most popular Wonder Woman comic book arcs features a war between the Amazons and the Atlanteans after Diana kills Aquaman's wife, Meera. While the whole story would be a lot to include, a history of conflict would partially explain Aquaman's resistance to join the team in Justice League.
"Well, it was a small role in this big ensemble, but it is an important character in the story. It's directed by Patty Jenkins, then there's Gal Gadot as our main lead, Chris Pine as her co-lead and I'm going to be… a big nightmare for the two of them."
Wonder Woman Movie Trailer
The first trailer for Wonder Woman was released at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, and while it's not revealing much in terms of story, we do get a great sense of the movie's feel — mainly, epic action scenes.
After seeing Wonder Woman's bracelets in action in Batman v Superman, we also get to see how the rest of her iconic weapons work: sword, shield, and most importantly the Lasso of Truth.
Wonder Woman Movie Release Date
Wonder Woman's release date is set on June 2, 2017 in the US and the UK, a few months before Justice League on November 17. A few countries such as Brazil and Russia will see the movie on June 1, but there will be no earlier release date — so no spoiler issues here!
Wonder Woman Movie Plot
Set during World War I, the plot of Wonder Woman follows Diana, an Amazon princess who lives on Themyscira until the day a pilot named Steve Trevor crashes on the island. Trained for the art of war, she follows him back into the world of men who the Amazon were once meant to protect — but her goodwill is going to be put to the test.
Although she was already introduced in Batman v Superman, this is Wonder Woman's official movie entrance into the DCEU, explaining her background and why she seems so reluctant to fight alongside her fellow heroes in Batman v Superman. We also got a glimpse of her World War I days in this film, so we know it's a defining time for her.
Wonder Woman Movie Cast
- Gal Gadot as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman: An Israeli actress and model, Gal Gadot was known in Hollywood for playing Gisele Yashar in Fast & Furious.
- Chris Pine as Steve Trevor: Chris Pine recently appeared in Star Trek: Beyond and the critically acclaimed Hell or High Water.
- Connie Nielsen as Queen Hippolyta: While Nicole Kidman was initially considered, the role eventually went to Danish actress Connie Nielsen.
- Robin Wright as General Antiope: If you know Robin Wright as Claire Underwood in Netflix House of Cards, you'll certainly agree that she'll make a great Amazon.
- Lucy Davis as Etta Candy: While a regular on The Office, Lucy Davis hadn't appeared in a film since 2011, so she's making a brilliant return with Wonder Woman!
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Wonder Woman Movie Characters
- Diana Prince/Wonder Woman: One of DC's most iconic characters, Wonder Woman starts out as a princess on the Amazon island of Themyscira. In the movie version, her mother is Queen Hippolyta and she was brought to life by Zeus, essentially making her a semi-goddess. She's trained for war and possesses many powers, but her redeeming quality lies in her heart.
- Steve Trevor: An American pilot, Steve Trevor was fighting in World War I when he crashed on Themyscira and met Diana. He eventually becomes her love interest.
- Queen Hippolyta: The Queen of Themyscira, Queen Hippolyta is Diana's mother and mentor.
- General Antiope: The sister of Queen Hippolyta, General Antiope is one of the Amazon leaders.
- Etta Candy: Etta Candy's is Steve Trevor's secretary, but over time she becomes one of Diana's partners and friends.
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Wonder Woman Movie Spinoff
There are no direct sequels or spinoffs announced for Wonder Woman, but as a part of the DCEU, the film fits into a timeline with Batman v Superman and Justice League: While her solo movie goes back to her origins and the first time she mingled with the rest of humanity, Batman v Superman sees her disillusioned and reticent to join the battle. Then inJustice League, she agrees to join Bruce Wayne/Batman in his effort to bring together a team of heroes.
Wonder Woman Movie Theories
We'll never run out of fan theories, but as for every superhero movie, the main question about Wonder Woman is the identity of the villain. Since the first trailer hasn't given much away, we can draw from her history in the comics to make a few educated guesses.
The two main candidates are Ares and the masked woman we spotted in the trailer. Danny Huston's character, which is still unconfirmed on the movie's IMDb page, might very well be the god of War. It would make sense to introduce him in Wonder Woman, since he's not only Diana's ultimate enemy, but also thrives in a context of war — perfect for the World War I background of the movie. However, the mysterious aura of the woman in the mask suggests she'll definitely have a role to play in the obstacles awaiting Wonder Woman on her first trip among humans.
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Other theories are speculating about the ending of the movie, and what could possibly have pushed the once optimistic Diana to seek anonymity and avoid all conflict. The horror of World War I alone could be enough to discourage anyone, but fans suspect the battle could get personal for Diana: What if she lost her love interest, Steve? We certainly don't wish for such a heartbreaking ending, but that could very well explain her newfound bitterness.
Where To Watch The Wonder Woman Movie Online
Since Wonder Woman isn't out in theaters yet, wondering where to watch it online is currently a little pointless — but drawing from the four months that separated the theater release of Batman v Superman from the DVD release, you can expect a Wonder Woman DVD around October 2017.
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