10 Actresses That Could Replace Gal Gadot As Wonder Woman (And 10 Reasons Why She'll Always Be The Best)

Each year flocks of fans head to the move theatres to see the newest superhero film. Studios are now creating their own superhero universes, including, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, DC Extended Universe, and the Sony Marvel Universe. The critically acclaimed Wonder Woman managed to stick out among the rest of the superhero movies. It was one of the best films of 2017. Gal Gadot portrays Wonder Woman in the DCEU. Fans and critics loved the film, which resulted in a sequel Wonder Woman 1984 due out in 2019. Gadot has received positive reviews for her performances. Regardless, there are some actress that feel they can replace Gadot. However, fans and critics agree that Gadot is always the best choice.

Wonder Woman is one of DC’s most successful comic book titles and often crosses over with Superman and Batman. She is also an integral part of the Justice League. However, Wonder Woman takes a backseat to no one and is an icon in her own right. Gal Gadot is the first actress to portray Wonder Woman on the big screen. She starred in a solo feature film as well as other DC Extended Universe films. Gadot’s performance has received rave reviews from critics and audiences.

Some fans and critics feel that Gadot is the perfect Wonder Woman. On the other hand, many critics did doubt she could pull off the role. Now it's almost impossible to envision anyone else as the character. However, there are several actresses that would be ready to jump on the role if given the chance. It’s highly unlikely that Gadot would drop out of the role but stranger things have happened in Hollywood.

There is a long line of talented actresses that could replace Gadot if that ever happened. However, Gadot has proven that it would be very difficult to follow her performance. She is truly Wonder Woman. In fact, Wonder Woman's regarded as the best part of the DCEU. Here is a look at 10 Actresses That Could Replace Gal Gadot As Wonder Woman (10 Reasons Why She Will Always Be The Best).

20 REPLACE - ANGELINA JOLIE

The Oscar-winning Angelina Jolie has done it all in Hollywood. She has yet to don a pair of famous tights and tackle the superhero genre. However, she first made her name in action roles and helped popularize the female action hero. Jolie's best known for her role as Lara Croft in the Lara Croft Tomb Raider series. She’s an obvious choice to portray Wonder Woman. A Wonder Woman film had been in developmental hell for years. During that time, Jolie was in consideration for the role. She has the talent and action role background to portray Diana Prince/Wonder Woman.

19 ALWAYS THE BEST - WONDER WOMAN WAS THE HIGHLIGHT OF JUSTICE LEAGUE

For years, comic book fans have patiently waited for a Justice League film. They dreamed of the day that all the greatest DC superheroes would team up on the big screen. The final product disappointed most fans and critics. Gal Gadot's performance as Wonder Woman impressed audiences. Justice League hit theatres on November 17, 2017, to mostly negative reviews. It bombed at the box office and failed with audiences. Fans heavily criticized the writing, villain and special effects. Regardless, critics universally praised Gadot's memorable performance.

18 REPLACE - MORENA BACCARIN

There have been many attempts to bring Wonder Woman to the big screen. Several different actresses were in running for the role at one time. In the early 2000’s, Morena Baccarin was actually in consideration for the role of Wonder Woman. Of course, that film never ended up happening but Baccarin has proven she’d make an excellent Wonder Woman. Baccarin's best known for her Emmy nominated role in Homeland and for her role in the cult classic Firefly. However, she also took on roles in the comic book world. She currently stars in the critically acclaimed Deadpool franchise opposite Ryan Reynolds. Additionally, she had a recurring role in FOX’s Gotham.

Gal Gadot was one of many talented actresses on the list for Wonder Woman. Gadot clearly nailed the audition but she didn’t know what she was auditioning for. Zack Snyder asked Gadot to come in for an audition. However, Gadot didn't know it was an audition to portray Wonder Woman. In fact, it was for a role in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. At the same time, she was actually considering quitting acting. She had faced several tough rejections. After the second screen test, Gadot assumed that she didn’t land the role. However, several weeks later she found out she'd won the role.

16 REPLACE - SANDRA BULLOCK

The world famous Sandra Bullock has appeared in several critically and commercially acclaimed films. She starred in several popular action films, such as Demolition Man, Speed, and Gravity. Bullock also starred in several dramatic and comedic films. There is nothing she can’t do and no role she can’t tackle. Bullock truly is a real-life Wonder Woman. She is no stranger to portraying strong and fearless female characters on screen. Bullock would certainly be excellent in the role and take it in a different direction. She might not fit the age range of the current Wonder Woman but would be great in the role nonetheless.

15 ALWAYS THE BEST - GAL GADOT DIDN'T WANT TO WIN MISS UNIVERSE

In 2004, Gal Gadot made headlines when she won the Miss Israel beauty pageant. She was only 18 at the time that she won the crown. Gadot then represented Israel in the 2004 Miss Universe pageant. She didn’t think she was going to win Miss Israel and was now afraid that she might win Miss Universe. In order to avoid winning she purposely threw the competition. She said, “I’m a really good girl, but because I was afraid I’m going to win again… So I came down late for rehearsals, I wasn’t wearing the right evening gowns for breakfast.” She probably wouldn't have made a good Miss Universe. However, she's certainly the greatest Wonder Woman.

14 REPLACE - SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR

Sarah Michelle Gellar portrayed one of the greatest action female heroes in television history. In fact, Gellar is no stranger to portraying strong female heroes on screen. In many ways, Gellar helped pave the way for the female action hero. Gellar's known for her role as Buffy Summers in the hit series Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Gellar’s role as Buffy proves she could take on another strong female action hero. In fact, Gellar was in consideration for the role. It’s possible that in the future Gellar could find herself wearing Wonder Woman tights.

13 ALWAYS THE BEST - GAL GADOT WAS PREGNANT DURING FILMING OF WONDER WOMAN

Audiences and critics unanimously loved Gal Gadot's performance as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman. She brought out the character's courage and strength in a way not done before. Gadot captured the true essence of the character. However, fans might not realize just how much of a Wonder Woman she really is. During reshoots, Gadot was five months pregnant with her second child. A green triangle was used to hide her baby bump and edited out in post-production. However, she did do some light fight choreography in the cold weather. She said, “On close-up I looked very much like Wonder Woman. On wide shots I looked very funny, like Wonder Woman pregnant with Kermit the Frog.”

12 REPLACE - ALEXANDRA DADDARIO

Alexandra Daddario is quickly rising to the top of Hollywood. She is the current “It” girl that fans and critics can’t stop talking about. She is becoming in major demand and could replace Gal Gadot in the future. Daddario appeared in several popular comedies, such as Hall Pass and Baywatch. She did get to show off her action side in Baywatch and was one of the film's highlights. Daddario has taken on dramatic roles as well. She portrayed Woody Haralson’s love interest in True Detective. Daddario impressed critics with her dramatic and comedic roles. She certainly has the talent to take on the role of Wonder Woman.

11 ALWAYS THE BEST - WONDER WOMAN STOLE THE SPOTLIGHT FROM BATMAN AND SUPERMAN

In 2016, the highly anticipated film Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice finally hit theatres. The idea of Batman and Superman teaming up on the big screen excited fans. However, the excitement soon disappeared. The film received mixed to negative reviews. Fans criticized Dawn of Justice for the writing, plot and directing. When the film was over nobody was talking about the Man of Steel or Cape Crusader. Instead, fans and critics were all talking about Princess Diana. The film featured Gal Gadot’s debut as Wonder Woman. Fans and critics universally praised Gadot's performance. In fact, she’s one of the only highlights of the film. Gadot's performance stole the show and she outshined two-major Hollywood stars in Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill.

10 REPLACE - ELODIE YUNG

Many fans and critics thought of actress Elodie Yung for the role of Wonder Woman. Yung has the experience portraying a famous comic book character and is part of a major franchise. Many fans agree that she would make an excellent Wonder Woman. In fact, Yung was one of three finalists for the role of Wonder Woman. She currently portrays Elecktra in the Netflix series Daredevil, which is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Yung would have done well in the role as Diana Prince and could replace Gal Gadot.

9 ALWAYS THE BEST - GAL GADOT SERVED IN THE ISRAELI ARMY

Before Gal Gadot became an actress she was already preparing for her greatest role. She thoroughly prepared to become the fearless warrior Wonder Woman. Gadot has real-life military training that helped her prepare for action roles. She served two years in the Israeli Army. She trained in weapons and combat. In fact, Gadot trained high-ranking officers and sergeants in combat and weapons skills. The training has certainly helped her take on the role of Wonder Woman. In fact, she’s clearly a real-life Wonder Woman and is capable of things most people couldn’t even imagine.

8 REPLACE - JESSICA BIEL

Jessica Biel first gained fame for her starring role in the family drama 7^th Heaven. However, she moved away from the family dramas. She has starred in several action movies. Biel's tough and not afraid to kick some butt. She has starred in action films, horror remakes, and heartbreaking movies. Wonder Woman features incredible action sequences. It also includes strong character development and emotional connections. She co-starred in the Blade Trinity and trained in martial arts and archery. Biel's training and background give her an advantage. Fans and critics agree she'd make a great Wonder Woman.

7 ALWAYS THE BEST - WONDER WOMAN IS THE BEST FILM IN THE DCEU

The DC Extended Universe has disappointed many of their fans. Several films had a great deal of hype but they all failed to deliver. In fact, several of the films had high expectation and didn’t even come close to fulfilling them. In June 2017, Wonder Woman hit theatres and was an instant success. Patty Jenkins directed and it starred Gadot, Chris Pine and Robin Wright. Wonder Woman's a huge box office success and critically acclaimed. Its regarded as the best film in the DCEU and currently holds a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Fans and critics praised Gadot's unforgettable performance as well.

6 REPLACE - JAIMIE ALEXANDER

At one point, Jaimie Alexander was very close to landing the role of Wonder Woman. She didn’t land the role but would make an excellent replacement if ever needed. Alexander currently stars in the crime series Blindspot. She took on several dramatic roles but first made a name in Hollywood as a god. Alexander portrayed Lady Sif in the Thor film series and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She was very convincing in the role of a god and more opportunities came her way. She auditioned for a role in the DC Extended Universe. In fact, Alexander auditioned for the role of Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Alexander would be a good choice to replace Gal Gadot.

5 ALWAYS THE BEST - WONDER WOMAN IS A HERO FOR GIRLS AND BOYS

Gal Gadot wants Wonder Woman to be a hero for everyone. There are a plethora of world-famous superheroes that are geared towards boys, such as, Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man. However, slowly more and more female superheroes started to appear to appeal to girls. Wonder Woman is one of the few female heroes that girls can look up to. However, Gadot wants to be a superhero that both boys and girls can look up to. She said to the Inquirer, “[Wonder Woman] is not only for girls but for boys as well. Everyone keeps talking about women empowerment and you can’t empower women without educating men.”

4 REPLACE - KATIE MCGRATH

Several actresses have experience portraying a character from the comic book world. Katie McGrath has all the tools and acting experience to take on a role like Wonder Woman. In fact, if Gal Gadot ever needs a break McGrath would be perfect for the role. She currently portrays Lena Luthor in Supergirl and CW’s Arrowverse. McGrath also starred in Merlin, Dracula, and Slasher. She has a lot of experience in action and horror roles. Additionally, McGrath appeared in Jurassic World and King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. Many fans and critics believe McGrath would be an excellent Wonder Woman.

3 ALWAYS THE BEST - GADOT PROVED CRITICS WRONG

When it comes to superhero movies there is often a backlash against casting. Many fans had a vision of Wonder Woman on the big screen and Gal Gadot didn’t meet that vision. Gadot's casting as Wonder Woman in the DC Extended Universe caused a great deal of backlash amongst fans and critics. Most of the criticism revolved around her physical appearance not matching up with the comic book version. Critics considered Gadot too short and too skinny for the role. However, Gadot proved all her critics wrong with her stellar performances each time. She focused on bringing out the character's courage and strength oppose to focusing on her physical qualities.

2 REPLACE - OLGA KURYLENKO

Many actresses in Hollywood hoped to land the role of Wonder Woman. It's a big role that could change a career. The long list of potential candidates included some of the most talented women in the industry. Olga Kurylenko came very close to becoming Wonder Woman. In fact, she was one of the finalists for the role. It’s safe to assume she’ll jump at the role when given the chance. Olga's known for her role as Bond girl Camille Montes in James Bond Quantum of Solace. Fans and critics felt that she would have made a great Wonder Woman. If Gal Gadot dropped out, Olga would be ready to jump in.

1 ALWAYS THE BEST - GAL GADOT TRAINED HARD TO PORTRAY WONDER WOMAN

Gal Gadot enjoys working out and trains intensely. She stepped up her workout for her role in Wonder Woman. It’s a very physically demanding role that she more than prepared for. Prior to landing the role, Gadot enjoyed doing yoga, TRX, and Pilates. Six months prior to shooting she increased her workouts. She took on a second personal trainer to get in peak physical condition for the role. Gadot did two hours of gym work, two hours of Martial Arts training and 90 minutes of horseback riding. She said, “When you portray power and strength on screen, you just can’t fake it. You have to be prepared.”