Hold onto your capes, DC fans, because the future of the DC Universe is shaping up to be a wild ride—and one iconic hero’s return is sparking more questions than answers. Wonder Woman is coming back, but when and how? That’s the million-dollar question. With James Gunn’s Man of Tomorrow on the horizon, rumors have been swirling about whether Diana Prince will make her grand entrance in the highly anticipated Superman sequel. But here’s where it gets controversial: Gunn himself has shut down the chatter, leaving fans both relieved and curious about what’s really in store.
In a recent social media exchange, Gunn, who also co-heads DC Studios at Warner Bros., addressed the speculation head-on. When asked if Wonder Woman would appear in Man of Tomorrow, his response was a flat-out ‘No.’ He clarified that while they are casting a female character for the film, it’s not Wonder Woman. ‘My only guess is scoopers are taking a stab at guessing that’s WW,’ he added, debunking the rumors with his signature straightforward style. And this is the part most people miss: Gunn also denied claims of auditions for Wonder Woman or Batman, calling them ‘false.’ So, for now, it’s safe to say Diana Prince won’t be suiting up alongside Superman in 2027.
But let’s zoom out for a second. The DCU is in the midst of a full reboot, with Gunn and co-head Peter Safran reshaping the franchise. This means saying goodbye to Gal Gadot’s Wonder Woman—a move confirmed in 2023—and recasting key roles from the DCEU, or as some call it, the Snyderverse. Is this the right move? Or are we losing something special in the process? It’s a question that’s sure to spark debate among fans.
What we do know is that a new Wonder Woman film is in the works, with Ana Nogueira penning the script. However, Gunn has been clear: no project gets the green light until the script is perfect. This means casting for the new Wonder Woman is likely still far off. Meanwhile, Man of Tomorrow is shaping up to be a showdown between Superman (David Corenswet) and Brainiac (Lars Eidinger), with Nicholas Hoult returning as Lex Luthor. Familiar faces like Jason Momoa are also popping up in new roles—he’s set to play Lobo in Supergirl—but don’t expect Ben Affleck’s Batman to return anytime soon.
So, while Wonder Woman’s return is inevitable, it’s (probably) not happening in Man of Tomorrow. But here’s the real question: Who will take up the Lasso of Truth next? And will the new DCU live up to the legacy of its predecessors? Sound off in the comments—we want to hear your take!
