James Gunn’s comments have set off speculation about the future of the Wonder Woman character in the DCU, with fans focusing on the potential casting of Adria Arjona. The buzz follows recent discussion and social media activity, as DC Studios readies a fresh approach to its iconic heroine, making the latest James Gunn Wonder Woman casting news a hot topic among industry observers and fans alike.
James Gunn Reacts to Wonder Woman Casting Rumors
During an interview with Extra, James Gunn acknowledged the growing fan speculation about who could be cast as the next Wonder Woman for DC Studios. The conversation intensified after fans drew attention to both Gunn and actress Adria Arjona following each other on Instagram, given Arjona’s growing profile from projects like “Triple Frontier,” “Hit Man,” and notably her role across two seasons of “Andor.”
Gunn addressed these rumors directly, stating,
“I follow Adria on Instagram, but everybody came out [and said], ‘He just followed her, that means she’s Wonder Woman,’”
—James Gunn, DC Studios Co-CEO. He added further clarification,
“She’d be a great Wonder Woman, by the way…She was in a movie that I made seven years ago. We’ve been friends and have known each other since that time. I followed her then, I didn’t just follow her.”
—James Gunn, DC Studios Co-CEO.
A Look at Past Collaborations
The movie referenced by Gunn is “The Belko Experiment,” which served as an intense office thriller directed by Greg McLean, with Gunn himself as writer and producer. Adria Arjona played a key part in the film, a “Battle Royale”-style story involving office employees forced into a deadly survival game. James Gunn worked on the project alongside Peter Safran, now his partner at DC Studios. This established professional relationship with Arjona has added more weight to fan theories about her possible casting as Diana Prince in the DCU.
Internet Frenzy and Industry Speculation
The possibility of Arjona stepping into the role of Wonder Woman has been met with enthusiasm across social media platforms. Online discussions and posts have fueled more speculation, especially since casting announcements for major DC characters often become viral topics. However, Gunn has reiterated that following someone on social media doesn’t mean casting decisions have been made, saying,
“She was in a movie that I made seven years ago, we’ve been friends and have known each other since that time, I followed her then, I didn’t just follow her.”
—James Gunn, DC Studios Co-CEO. Despite the excitement, there is no confirmation that Arjona is set to portray Diana Prince.
DCU’s Approach to Wonder Woman’s Future
At present, James Gunn and DC Studios have not announced official casting for Wonder Woman in their reboot plans. While a new Wonder Woman movie is reportedly in development, the studio appears to be moving cautiously, focusing on building its slate of new stories and integrating legacy characters. Recent precedence shows that new iterations of classic characters, like Batman, may first appear in other DCU projects—such as the cameo in “Creature Commandos”—before leading a solo film. This gradual approach suggests fans may have to wait longer before a decision is revealed regarding Wonder Woman’s casting and the direction of her next cinematic chapter.
What Could Happen Next for DC Studios
Industry watchers and audiences are keenly awaiting how James Gunn and Peter Safran will shape the future of the DCU. The ongoing debate about who should inherit the role of Wonder Woman reflects both nostalgia for the franchise and anticipation for a modern take under new leadership at DC Studios. While the relationship between Gunn and Arjona is well-documented, no definitive casting decision has been announced. Until then, speculation over James Gunn Wonder Woman casting news is likely to continue, keeping excitement and curiosity high regarding the next step for Diana Prince and the broader DC cinematic universe.
