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Gal Gadot says she will not return as Wonder Woman
Gal Gadot says she will not play Wonder Woman again in DC's new film and television universe.
The Israeli actor has played the superhero in films since 2016, including two solo movies and appearances in other DC films.
Gadot said she had no specific discussions with DC Studios about returning, though the studio had previously wanted to develop a third Wonder Woman film.
She thanked fans for caring about the character and wished well whoever takes over the role.
DC has not officially named a new Wonder Woman actor, and a name mentioned in connection with the role remains unconfirmed.
The change comes as DC, led by James Gunn and Peter Safran, builds a new connected universe of films and series.
The next step is for DC to confirm who will play Wonder Woman in its upcoming projects.
Gal Gadot says she does not expect to return as Wonder Woman in the new DC Universe.
She said she had not heard anything in recent years that would confirm her return.
Gadot expressed gratitude for having played the character and wished well whoever takes on the role next.
No official casting announcement for the new Wonder Woman was reported in the articles.
Reports that Adria Arjona may take the role remain rumors.
- Who
- Gal Gadot, who played Wonder Woman.
- What
- She says she will not return to the role in the new DC Universe.
- When
- In an interview with ScreenRant reported on October 13 and 14, 2026.
- Where
- Not stated
- Why
- She said she had not heard anything confirming her return and expressed gratitude for having played the character.
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Gadot began playing Wonder Woman in films, according to Capricho.
Gadot made her last reported appearances as Wonder Woman, in Shazam! Fury of the Gods and The Flash, according to Capricho.
AdoroCinema reported Gadot's comments to ScreenRant that she would not reprise the role.
- Role
- Wonder Woman
- First film year
- 2016
- Last reported appearances
- Shazam! Fury of the Gods and The Flash, released in 2023
- New role casting
- No official confirmation reported
- Rumored successor
- AdoroCinema reported rumors naming Adria Arjona
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What people are saying
This is such an incredible character that means so much to many of us. So whoever gets to play her, I wish her to enjoy this wonderful experience with such an extraordinary figure. I feel very grateful to have had the opportunity to put on her boots and pay tribute to this incredible character and everything she represents.