The DC Universe casting news dropped, and now fans are in a full debate. Adria Arjona has officially joined James Gunn‘s upcoming film Superman: Man of Tomorrow. But instead of celebrating, a large section of the DC fanbase is refusing to accept the news. They believe the studio made a major mistake if she is not playing Wonder Woman.
Some online reactions are very direct. One Reddit user, @mcmanus2099, wrote:
“If she isn‘t Wonder Woman there’s been a mistake. She is perfect for that role.”
This feeling is spreading across social media. Many followers of the DC Universe (DCU) are stuck on one idea. They want Arjona to take on the role of Diana Prince. Nothing else will make them happy. Even with official reports saying she will play a different character, the fan casting for Wonder Woman is getting louder.
Why Fans Are Fixated on Adria Arjona as Wonder Woman
The calls for Arjona to play Wonder Woman did not start yesterday. For months, fans have shared pictures of the actress online. They compare her look to the comic book version of the Amazon warrior. Her work in shows like Andor and Good Omens shows she can handle action and drama.
One fan on Reddit, @NoDaddyNotTheBelt25, said:
“Wonder Woman I hope. Solid actress. I liked her in Andor.”
Another user, @AlwaysBi, added:
“If she‘s anything but Wonder Woman it’s a wasted casting.”
The debate got even bigger because of James Gunn himself. The DC Studios boss had previously liked a post about Arjona. He agreed she would make a great Wonder Woman. This small action gave fans hope. They thought the studio might be planning to introduce the new Diana Prince in the Superman sequel.
However, the official release details tell a different story. Reports confirm Arjona went through a competitive audition process in Atlanta. She tested against actresses like Sydney Chandler, Grace Van Patten, and Eva De Dominici. The role they tested for was not Wonder Woman.
The Reality of the Maxima Casting in Man of Tomorrow
So, who is Adria Arjona actually playing? Multiple trusted news sources confirm she will play Maxima. In the DC comic books, Maxima is an alien queen from the planet Almerac. She is very powerful, often as strong as Superman. Sometimes she is a villain. Other times, she helps the Justice League. In many stories, she wants Superman to be her mate.
This role makes sense for the story of Superman: Man of Tomorrow. The movie, set for release on July 9, 2027, will reportedly adapt the “Panic in the Sky” comic storyline. This plot features the villain Brainiac (played by Lars Eidinger) as the main threat. Maxima is a key part of that story. She often works with Brainiac before turning against him.
Superman: Man of Tomorrow will see David Corenswet return as Clark Kent. Nicholas Hoult will play Lex Luthor. The story forces Superman and Luthor to work together to stop Brainiac. Adding Wonder Woman to this mix would be difficult. She has no direct connection to the Brainiac comic stories.
Some fans understand the logic. @The-YeahNah-Guy on Reddit argued:
“Everyone is going to say Wonder Woman… but it‘s probably Maxima. And Maxima makes more sense for this one given the story.”
The Trust Issue Between DC Studios and Fans
The problem is bigger than just one role. Many fans do not trust the news reports. They think DC Studios might be lying to protect a surprise.
There are two reasons for this doubt. First, early reports from The Hollywood Reporter and The Wrap said Arjona’s role was unknown. They did not name Maxima right away. This left room for guessing. Second, James Gunn has lied to fans before to keep secrets. He famously denied certain castings for the first Superman (2025) movie to avoid leaks.
So, when fans see a beautiful, strong, famous actress join a DC movie, their brains go straight to Wonder Woman. They do not want an alien queen. They want the trinity. They want Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman together on screen.
One user expressed this fear clearly:
“There‘s literally no way they would waste a perfect WW casting like this.”
These fans believe that if Arjona plays Maxima now, she cannot come back later as Diana Prince. They think the studio would be wasting a rare opportunity to lock down a perfect actor for the most famous female superhero in the world.
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How the Casting Affects the DCU Franchise Plan
James Gunn and Peter Safran are building a new DC Universe. They have a plan. Right now, a Wonder Woman project called Paradise Lost is in the works for HBO. It is a prequel set before Diana Prince is born. A solo Wonder Woman movie is also being written, but it has no release date yet.
Because there is no solo movie coming soon, some fans are upset. They worry the new DCU is repeating the mistakes of the old one. The old DCEU introduced Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman before her solo movie. Some fans want Diana to get her own film first this time, not show up as a side character in a Superman sequel.
Still, the production is moving forward. Superman: Man of Tomorrow starts filming soon in Atlanta. The cast also includes Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart.
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