Patty Jenkins to return to direct Wonder Woman sequel

Los Angeles Sep 12 (IANS) Director Patty Jenkins has closed a deal to direct the sequel to the hit "Wonder Woman".

Actress Gal Gadot has already signed on to return as the Wonder Woman . The film is slated for release on December 13 2019 reports variety.com.

It was earlier reported that Jenkins was working on a script for the sequel with Geoff Johns who oversees the DC film universe along with Jon Berg for Warner Bros.

"The goal is to make another great Wonder Woman film " Johns said at the time.

While an exact number could not be unveiled sources say the number is in the $8 million dollar range to write direct and produce making her the highest paid female director of all time. A substantial backend of box office grosses is also included in the contract.

"Wonder Woman" has been a megahit for the studio grossing $409 million at the domestic box office and $813 million worldwide.

Besides the "Wonder Woman" sequel Jenkins is also developing a TV series with her "Wonder Woman" star Chris Pine inspired by the autobiography of Fauna Hodel.

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