Gal Gadot has criticized DC Studios co-CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran for their mishandling of high-profile talent exits following the transition away from Zack Snyder’s DC Universe. The actress also revealed that she would not return for a third Wonder Woman film.
The end of an era at DC Studios continues to generate fallout. Gal Gadot, who played Diana Prince across the Zack Snyder-led era of the franchise, opened up about the backstage transitions that accompanied the arrival of studio heads James Gunn and Peter Safran. Speaking candidly on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, the actress pointed to how major stars and filmmakers were handled.
Contradictory Signals and the Exits of Henry Cavill and Patty Jenkins
Gadot revealed that her own departure from the franchise came after receiving mixed messages from the studio’s leadership. When asked if Gunn and Safran informed her that her time as Wonder Woman was finished, the actress stated that she was told We’re going to develop it with you, the third one. Despite those early assurances, Gadot said she observed how other prominent figures were treated during the studio reboot.
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“The Henry situation was not handled elegantly, to say the least. Same with Patty – was not handled elegantly. I feel like, you know, we’re all adults and it’s all good, and it’s not even about them.”
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The controversy surrounding Henry Cavill’s departure remains a sore point. Cavill had officially announced his return as Superman in October 2022 after appearing in a Black Adam post-credits scene, only to be dropped two months later when Gunn announced plans to focus on an earlier period in the character’s life in a newly rebooted film. Gunn later acknowledged that the timing was really unfortunate and unfair to Cavill, explaining that a faction within the studio had tried to “force” its own plan for the future of the franchise before the new leadership’s deal had officially closed.
Why Gadot Walked Away From Playing Wonder Woman Again
While the studio transition created friction, Gadot emphasized that her decision to close the door on the character is ultimately personal. Juggling a career that includes projects like The Runner and Doug Liman’s Bitcoin alongside raising four children means the demands of a major comic book franchise no longer fit her life.
“For me to go and do, for example, another Wonder Woman, I’m not sure I would at this point in my life with four children and different schools, and all of that. To check out all of them for such a long period of time… It doesn’t work with my life anymore at this point.”
Gal Gadot, Actor
Despite the end to her standalone films, Gadot expressed deep gratitude for her time in the role, noting that she always viewed herself as a vessel. Offering advice to whoever eventually inherits the role, she stressed the importance of approaching the character with purity and respect.
What Lies Ahead for the Amazon Warrior in the New DC Universe
DC Studios is building out its new continuity. A fresh take on the Amazon warrior is taking shape under the current creative regime. Screenwriter Ana Nogueira, who penned the Supergirl project, has been tasked with writing a brand-new Wonder Woman film.
Gal Gadot Says She Won’t Return As Wonder Woman, Calls DC’s Treatment Of Henry Cavill ‘Not Elegant’
While no official release date has been locked in for the new Wonder Woman project, the franchise transition is moving ahead, leaving the Snyder-verse era in the rearview mirror.
