James Gunn’s DC Universe is gradually taking shape, with the first installment, Superman, now showing in theaters. Additionally, a new Batman movie is in the works, alongside Matt Reeves’ separate Batman film. Recently, there has been significant discussion about Wonder Woman, with Gunn, as co-president of DC Studios, confirming that a Wonder Woman script is being written. Following this announcement, rumors circulated that the film was being expedited. However, Gunn has provided clarification on this matter.

On Threads, Gunn commented, “It’s a priority, but I wouldn’t say it’s fast-tracked. We won’t start filming unless we’re confident that the script is of high quality.” This approach has been a guiding principle for Gunn and his partner, Peter Safran, since the outset. They are committed to only producing or announcing films with scripts that meet their standards. This philosophy also explains why Superman lacks end-credit scenes, as Gunn prefers to focus on concrete projects rather than speculative teasers.

A related rumor suggested that Gunn was seeking an actress with primarily television experience to play Wonder Woman, drawing comparisons to the casting of House of the Dragon star Milly Alcock as Supergirl. Nevertheless, Gunn has dismissed this rumor, stating, “I’d never consider an actor’s background in TV or film when casting for a major role. The decision is based solely on finding the best fit for the character.” He emphasized that Alcock was chosen for her suitability for the role of Supergirl, rather than her television credentials. Furthermore, Gunn clarified that casting for Wonder Woman will not commence until the script is complete.

In summary, the Wonder Woman script remains a work in progress, and casting will not begin until it is finalized. The same applies to the Batman film. While it is likely that Warner Bros., including Gunn, would like to release new Batman and Wonder Woman films as soon as possible, the priority is to ensure that these projects are executed to a high standard. As such, the development process will continue, and the outcomes will be eagerly anticipated.

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