Actor Chris Pine recently shared his surprise and disappointment over the cancellation of the third installment of the Wonder Woman franchise, expressing his feelings in an interview with Business Insider. Pine, who portrayed Steve Trevor, the love interest of the titular superhero played by Gal Gadot, revealed that he was “stunned” by the decision to halt production on the highly successful series. Reflecting on his role, Pine admitted that if the third movie had gone ahead, his character would not have been included due to Steve Trevor’s fate in the storyline.
Speaking about his initial reluctance to accept the role of Steve Trevor, Pine recounted how director Patty Jenkins convinced him by emphasizing the romantic aspect of the character rather than his superhero status. Pine described the film as a “romance” akin to “Casablanca,” highlighting its unique focus on love rather than typical superhero action.
The cancellation of Wonder Woman 3 came amidst changes at DC Studios, with James Gunn and Peter Safran taking over and planning a revamp of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU).
In a separate interview on the podcast Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist, Pine reminisced about the financial impact of being cast in The Princess Diaries 2 opposite Anne Hathaway. He recalled the moment he received the news of his casting, noting how the $65,000 paycheck transformed his financial situation, albeit briefly. Pine vividly described the feeling of realizing his life had changed dramatically, only to quickly return to the reality of owing rent money shortly after receiving the payment.
Chris Pine’s candid reflections shed light on the unpredictable nature of the entertainment industry and the profound impact of career opportunities on an actor’s life.
