The rumor mill is working overtime when it comes to Wonder Woman casting, but James Gunn is here to separate fact from fiction. The Superman director recently took to social media to address swirling speculation about who might don the iconic lasso next.
Despite fan theories running wild across platforms, Gunn revealed that casting for the new Wonder Woman film hasn’t even begun. “We’re not actively looking for actors to star in the movie, nor even discussing it, until a script is finished,” he clarified, putting an end to weeks of internet chatter.
One particularly juicy rumor suggested DC Studios was hunting for “an actress with a TV-centric resume, akin to Supergirl’s Milly Alcock.” But Gunn quickly shot that down with characteristic directness: “Nope. And I’d never in a million years look for a major role based on whether they did TV, films, or whatever. It’s all about the casting.”
The Wonder Woman project has also been the subject of “fast-tracked” whispers, with industry insiders suggesting the film was being rushed into production. Gunn offered a more measured perspective, calling it “a priority but I wouldn’t call that fast-tracked. Nothing is going to be shot unless we’re as sure as we can be that the script is good.”
These casting rumors come on the heels of Gunn’s recent revelations about his Superman casting process. The director shared fascinating behind-the-scenes details about how David Corenswet landed the Man of Steel role over Nicholas Hoult, who eventually snagged the villainous Lex Luthor part instead.
“Nick Hoult auditioned for Superman. He’s a great actor. Some might say he’s better than David in certain ways, but he just didn’t fit the role,” Gunn explained. “As much as you can transform yourself as a person, Nick was just more controlled.”
The chemistry between leads proved crucial in the final decision. Gunn revealed that mixing and matching potential Lois Lane and Clark Kent pairs was essential: “David had better chemistry with Rachel Brosnahan because she’s a very controlled actor, and David is a little bit more loose, and that creates a different type of dynamism onscreen.”
While Wonder Woman fans will have to wait for official casting news, Gunn’s transparency about his process offers intriguing insights into how DC’s next chapter will unfold. For now, the gossip mill will have to find new material to churn.
