Gal Gadot has been wowing fans with her performance in Wonder Woman 1984, which debuted on HBO Max on Christmas Day and has already grossed $85 million globally. The 35-year-old actress, who was born in Israel, took to Instagram on Sunday to share a throwback photo from a costume fitting, rocking the iconic Wonder Woman look. The picture was posted on the same day it was revealed that the third installment of the Wonder Woman series is in the works following the success of the sequel.
Exciting news for fans of Wonder Woman as Gal Gadot, aged 35, recently shared a throwback photo from a costume fitting for the iconic superhero role. The success of the sequel has led to the fast-tracking of the third installment in the franchise, thanks to its impressive $85M box office success.
Feeling a wave of nostalgia, Gal reflected on the early days of fitting into the Wonder Woman costume, saying, “Found this little reminder from one of my first fittings…Seems like ages ago but at the same time like it was just yesterday, you know the feeling?”
In the latest film, set in the eighties, Gal Gadot shone once again as Diana Prince, and the movie generated even more excitement due to a surprise appearance that left fans buzzing. (Spoiler alert below!)
WW3: Following the blockbuster success of Wonder Woman 1984 on HBO Max during the holiday season, fans were thrilled by the surprise cameo from original Wonder Woman Lynda Carter. This exciting addition has paved the way for a highly anticipated third installment in the franchise.
Fans were in for a delightful surprise at the conclusion of the movie when Lynda Carter, the original Wonder Woman, graced the screen as Asteria, an Amazon warrior. Throughout the film, Asteria is mentioned, building anticipation for her appearance. In a post-credits scene, Carter’s character emerges in all her glory, swooping in to rescue people from danger in a bustling market. After performing her iconic twirl, she gives a wink to the camera, leaving fans ecstatic.
This special cameo sets the stage for a potential third installment, where the paths of Wonder Woman and Asteria may finally intersect. Asteria, who originally wore the armor donned by Gadot’s character in her battle against Maxwell Lord and the Cheetah, becomes a focal point for Wonder Woman as she embarks on a mission to track her down.
Character reprisal: Carter makes a cameo in the movie playing the role of Asteria, an Amazon warrior who originally adorned the golden armor that Gadot’s character, Wonder Woman, uses in a fierce showdown with Maxwell Lord and the Cheetah.
When discussing the third installment in the series, Warner Bros. Pictures Group Chairman Toby Emmerich expressed excitement about the ongoing support for Diana Prince in Wonder Woman 1984. He mentioned that they are thrilled to continue her journey with the talented Gal and Patty, who are the real-life Wonder Women behind the success. The next movie will be helmed by Patty Jenkins, who actively interacts with fans on Twitter and recently announced a virtual watch party with Gal Gadot and the cast. Jenkins expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support from fans, emphasizing the importance of their connection during this premiere event.
The Warner Bros. Picture Group Chairman, Emmerich, announced their excitement to continue Wonder Woman’s story with Gal and Patty, the real-life wonder women behind the film trilogy. WarnerMedia revealed that nearly half of their retail subscribers watched the DC sequel on the day of its release. HBO Max saw a significant increase in viewing hours on the day of the film’s premiere compared to previous months. Andy Forssell, Executive Vice President of WarnerMedia Direct-to-Consumer, expressed how Wonder Woman 1984 surpassed their expectations in terms of viewership and subscriber engagement. The success of the film has paved the way for a third installment, but it remains uncertain if the film will have a simultaneous release in theaters and on HBO Max.
The latest big hit on HBO Max has been a game-changer, with WarnerMedia announcing that viewing hours on Friday had more than tripled compared to usual days in the past month. This success has led to the approval for a third film directed by Jenkins.