DC Comics is gearing up for a year-long celebration for Wonder Woman. The announcement has prompted speculation about whether DC will reveal its Wonder Woman casting soon. DC has designated 2027 the Year of Wonder in celebration of Diana’s 1941 debut in All-Star Comics #8. The festivities will include new stories from established creators.
Popular comic book writer Louise Simonson is set to write DC’s main Wonder Woman series for the first time, with Wonder Woman #41 arriving on January 20, 2027. Artist Cian Tormey will illustrate a four-issue story featuring a new development for Diana and the Amazons. Writer Stephanie Williams and artist Elena Casagrande will follow with a six-issue run.
Following the announcement, fans are convinced that another major piece of news about Wonder Woman will come soon. Some fans have speculated that DC could announce its casting for Wonder Woman in James Gunn’s DCU. According to a popular fan theory, Adria Arjona may make her debut as Diana in Man of Tomorrow.
DC celebrates Wonder Woman with free comics & a Burbank statue
In addition to the new comics, 2027 Year of Wonder will also revisit some of Wonder Woman’s most iconic moments in DC Comics history. The Get to Know! Wonder Woman collection includes six free comics featuring work by creators such as Tom King, Daniel Sampere, Greg Rucka, Nicola Scott, and Phil Jimenez. Furthermore, fans can also visit the bronze Wonder Woman statue outside the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood entrance at 3400 Warner Boulevard in Burbank, California. The statue is a special tribute to Diana, inspired by Jenny Frison’s artwork.
Visit Burbank is also holding a giveaway offering five fans the chance to win a Wonder Woman comic by Amanda Deibert and Aaron Lopresti. To enter the competition, fans must follow @visitburbank and @dccomics and post a photo with the Wonder Woman statue in Burbank. Winners are expected to be announced one week after the giveaway begins.
Originally reported on SuperHeroHype.