Wonder Woman 3: Patty Jenkins dispels rumors about her departure

Patty Jenkins decided to control the narrative about her rumored Wonder Woman 3 departure.

Fans of the DC Universe and Wonder Woman are breathing a sigh of relief as rumors of director Patty Jenkins leaving the franchise have been dispelled by Jenkins herself. In a tweet, Jenkins reassured fans that she never walked away from Wonder Woman 3 and that she was open to considering any offers made to her.

Concerned fans can rest easy knowing that Jenkins might be able to complete her story with the Amazonian hero. Jenkins has been a driving force behind the Wonder Woman franchise, directing the first two films to critical and commercial success.

Wonder Woman was a revolutionary film that broke ground in the superhero genre. Starring Gal Gadot as the titular character, the film was met with critical acclaim and box office success, solidifying Gadot’s status as a superstar.

Released in 2017, Wonder Woman was the first female-led superhero film to be directed by a woman, and it marked a significant milestone in Hollywood’s treatment of women in the industry. Jenkins’ direction was praised for its deft handling of action and character development, and the film’s central message of love and compassion resonated with audiences around the world.

Gadot’s performance as Diana, the warrior princess of the Amazons, was nothing short of electrifying. She brought a combination of strength, vulnerability, and charisma to the role, making it one of the most memorable and beloved characters in the DC Universe.

In some ways, Wonder Woman’s success paved the way for more female-led superhero films, such as Captain Marvel and Black Widow, and it has also sparked a renewed interest in the genre.

Wonder Woman 1984 wasn’t well received. It had its flaws, but it shouldn’t be the last time we see Jenkins’ take on Diana.

Did Patty Jenkins walk away from Wonder Woman 3?

The rumors of Jenkins leaving the franchise may have been fueled by the recent changes happening at DC, which have reportedly caused some confusion and uncertainty. Thankfully, Jenkins has made it clear that she hasn’t walked away.

"“When there started being backlash about WW3 not happening, the attractive clickbait false story that it was me that killed it or walked away started to spread. This is simply not true.”"

Some fans have speculated that Jenkins’ departure from the franchise may have been due to creative differences with the new direction of the DC Universe, but Jenkins has not commented on this.

"“I never walked away. I was open to considering anything asked of me. It was my understanding there was nothing I could do to move anything forward at this time. DC is obviously buried in changes they are having to make, so I understand these decisions are difficult right now.I do not want what has been a beautiful journey with WW to land on a negative note. I have loved and been so honored to be the person who got to make these last two Wonder Woman films. She is an incredible character. Living in and around her values makes one a better person every day. I wish her and her legacy an amazing future ahead, with or without me.”"

Regardless, it is clear that she is committed to continuing her work on Wonder Woman and completing her story. According to James Gunn, he and Peter Safran had pleasant meetings with the Wonder Woman director.

"“I can attest that all of Peter and my interactions with you were only pleasant and professional.”"

This news is a welcome development for fans of the Wonder Woman franchise and the DC Universe. Jenkins is willing to work with DC to move the Wonder Woman story forward. Fans can rest assured that she is still on board to direct the third film if the opportunity presents itself.