Alexandra Daddario recently addressed rumors about her joining James Gunn’s DC Universe (DCU), responding to fan speculation about her potentially playing Wonder Woman or Catwoman. This conversation sparked renewed interest in the future of the DCU, particularly in the projects planned under Gunn’s Gods and Monsters storyline.
Actress Unaware of Fan Art Depicting Her as DC Heroes
During an interview with ScreenRant, Alexandra Daddario spoke about the ongoing fan theories and artwork portraying her as iconic characters like Wonder Woman and Catwoman. She admitted,
I have to be honest, I haven’t seen any of that [fan art],
expressing that she was surprised by the popularity of the fan creations. She further shared,
I’m flattered to hear that it’s happening, but I haven’t seen it,
signaling her appreciation but lack of prior knowledge regarding these speculations.
When asked directly whether she would consider joining James Gunn’s new DC Universe, Daddario responded cautiously,
Of course, working with James Gunn would be amazing in any capacity, but I wasn’t aware that that was going on.
Her remarks underscore the uncertainty about her involvement amid widespread casting rumors.
Upcoming DC Universe Projects Featuring Wonder Woman and Catwoman
James Gunn confirmed via Threads on September 29, 2025, that Catwoman is set to appear in the renewed DC Universe, although the specific projects featuring her have yet to be revealed. In parallel, development has begun on a new Wonder Woman film, with Ana Nogueira, known for the script of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, tasked with writing the screenplay. This project entered its early stages as of June 2025.
Additionally, a prequel TV series titled Paradise Lost remains in slow development. Gunn told Entertainment Weekly that the project is progressing but has not yet finalized a creative team. These developments suggest a prolonged timeline before the new content reaches audiences.
Speculation Continues Amid Limited Official Casting Announcements
Despite ongoing fan theories about casting choices for the rebooted Wonder Woman and other DCU roles, no official actor announcements have been made by DC Studios. Industry insiders speculate the Wonder Woman film could be released around 2028 if the current scripting and production schedule hold. Until then, the status of Alexandra Daddario’s role or any other casting remains uncertain, leaving fans and observers eager for further updates.
