Could Dafne Keen Play Wonder Woman? Fans Debate Her Suitability

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As a movie critic, I find myself intrigued by the buzz surrounding the DC Universe’s reboot under James Gunn, with his recent hints of “encouraging news” on the horizon. With David Zaslav, CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, emphasizing the significance of Wonder Woman in the coming days, there’s been a lively discussion among fans about who could potentially embody the Princess of Themyscira. Among those being suggested is Dafne Keen, a talented actress with an impressive track record. If she were to step into this iconic role, I can only imagine the captivating performance she would deliver as our beloved Wonder Woman.

A lively discussion, featuring over 300 comments and upvotes, has been ignited on the Reddit sub r/DC_Cinematic regarding a daring fan proposal: casting Dafne Keen in the role of Wonder Woman.

As a devoted fan, it’s undeniable that Dafne Keen has made an indelible mark with her captivating portrayal of Laura/X-23 in Logan and more recently, Deadpool & Wolverine. While the fate of X-23 remains uncertain, whispers hint at potential appearances in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars. But here’s an intriguing thought: could Dafne Keen switch teams and bring her talent to DC as Wonder Woman?

The Discussion: Talent vs. Physical Presence

Among fans, there’s a discussion about whether Dafne Keen resembles Wonder Woman, given her acting skills are undeniably strong. However, in the comics, Wonder Woman stands around 6 feet tall, whereas Keen is approximately 5’3″. Gal Gadot portrayed the character for Zack Snyder and is roughly 5’10”, similar to Keen. Interestingly, Hugh Jackman, Keen’s Marvel co-star, is significantly taller than his on-screen counterpart, Wolverine, who is around 5’3″. This height discrepancy was even humorously addressed in the film “Deadpool & Wolverine“.

Fans react:

  • “She’s a great actress, love her X‑23,… but physically too small for the role.”
  • “Bro she is literally 5’3. Not exactly Amazonian stature here.”
  • “Too young, too short… no way her 5’3 frame looks convincing standing next to … Batman.”

Some emphasize age and presence:

  • “Definitely too young. She’s supposed to be like 1000 years old … She should have an air of experience to her.”

Despite the concerns, others urge not to overlook her performance over body metrics:

  • “I mean, as long as she can act, it can’t be worse. I’d rather a short WW than a wooden one.”

Supporters also point out how height might no matter:

  • “Height can be fixed with the right shoes n camera work.”

Dafne Keen As Wonder Woman: Could It Work?

Many fans envision Keen as an ideal choice for Wonder Woman, primarily due to her acting abilities and charisma. However, it’s widely felt that her relatively short stature at 5’3″ and youthful age might not align with the larger-than-life image of Wonder Woman.

Even in today’s film industry, where creative camerawork, stylish costumes, and self-assured performances can trump physical limitations, we see examples like Scarlett Johansson portraying Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe despite being only 5 feet 3 inches tall. Similarly, Florence Pugh stands at 5 feet 4 inches.

Alternate Roles in the DCU

Although Dafne Keen may not become Wonder Woman, her fans’ enthusiasm suggests she could thrive in the DC Universe.

Are there any other characters she might portray? For instance, could she take on the role of Wonder Girl/Cassie Sandsmark or perhaps Raven from the Teen Titans series?

What’s next for Dafne Keen

Dafne Keen is starring in the new horror movie, Whistle, which just released a first look.

She is also starring in the horror movie, Night Comes.

In addition to this, Keen is releasing ‘The Marshmallow Experiment.’ This production stars Sam McCarthy as Alex, a teen who struggles with social awkwardness, school life, and an addiction to online pornography (it’s interesting to note that his struggle isn’t as intense as one might think).

Once more, the whispers suggest that Dafne Keen may reprise her beloved role as Laura aka X-23 from Logan and Deadpool & Wolverine in either Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars, both currently being filmed. Additionally, there are rumors that Hugh Jackman will also return to the screen.

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2025-06-08 04:01