Adria Arjona, known for her roles in Andor and Hit Man, has long been favored by fans as a potential Wonder Woman for the DC Universe, and it appears that James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, may share this enthusiasm. Reports suggest that Arjona is Gunn’s leading choice for the new portrayal of Diana in the upcoming Wonder Woman film currently in development, with Supergirl writer Ana Nogueira attached but no director confirmed.
Credibility of the Report Behind Arjona’s Casting Buzz
The information comes from DeuxMoi, an account known for celebrity gossip but which has accurately leaked movie casting news in the past, such as Barry Keoghan‘s consideration for Joker in Matt Reeves’ The Batman and Lady Gaga’s rumored involvement as Harley Quinn in the Joker sequel. This history adds weight to the possibility that Arjona is indeed being seriously considered by DC Studios.
James Gunn’s Own Remarks on Arjona as Wonder Woman
Last year, Gunn addressed rumors surrounding Arjona’s potential casting, clarifying his connection with the actress:
“I follow Adria on Instagram but everybody came out [and said], ‘He just followed her, that means she’s Wonder Woman. She’d be a great Wonder Woman, by the way.”
James Gunn
“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
Arjona’s Ambiguous Reaction to Wonder Woman Casting Rumors
Although there is no confirmation that Arjona is in formal talks to assume the role, she appears open to the idea. During the Mexico City premiere of A Minecraft Movie, when questioned about the rumors, Arjona responded with a shrug and invited fans to support the possibility by mentioning it online, gesturing toward her phone.
Production Status and Priorities for the Wonder Woman Project
In a 2025 interview with Rolling Stone, James Gunn addressed reports suggesting the Wonder Woman movie was being fast-tracked. While he tempered expectations about the immediacy of production, he confirmed the project remains a top priority for DC Studios. Gunn explained that although other projects, including a television series, are nearing green light, Wonder Woman alongside Batman are essential characters that need careful planning with the right creative team in place.
“I don’t know what they mean by fast-tracking. [Laughs.] I’ve always had Wonder Woman as a priority. But we got the first few things started, and there’s some other things that are really close to green-lighting — like there’s a television show that I hope that we’re gonna be green-lighting in the next few days. So now a little time has passed, and we really need Wonder Woman and we really need Batman, because they’re so important to us. And so it’s become a little bit more like going to everybody at DC and being like, we need to figure this out. We have good writers on Wonder Woman and we just have to make sure it’s working and they have to not be somebody who’s gonna take two years to write a script.”
James Gunn
The Interest in Arjona Picturing the Amazonian Heroine
The excitement around Arjona portraying Wonder Woman has inspired fan art and social media speculation, with images imagining her as Diana circulating online. This enthusiasm reflects both the anticipation for the next iteration of the character and Arjona’s rising profile within the DC Universe discussions. The ongoing conversations hint at considerable interest but no definitive casting announcement has been made.
Potential Impact and What Lies Ahead for the Wonder Woman Film
With James Gunn and Ana Nogueira involved, and Arjona’s candidacy gaining traction, the future Wonder Woman film could mark a new chapter for the franchise. While production timelines remain uncertain, the project’s prioritization signals that DC Studios is committed to delivering a fresh take on one of its most iconic figures. Fans can expect updates as the studio moves toward finalizing key creative elements and possibly commencing production in the near future.
Adria Arjona as Wonder Woman. Just imagining… pic.twitter.com/IxHf2hl6UD
— Felipe Illa (@felipe_illaart) January 11, 2025
