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Wonder Woman's Official Final Trailer Released

"Fighting does not make you a hero," Hippolyta, Queen of the Amazons, tells a young Wonder Woman in the new trailer for the DC Universe's next blockbuster: Wonder Woman.

The trailer showcases more of Wonder Woman's indomitable urge to defend those who cannot defend themselves. Fans will get to see more of Themyscira and of Wonder Woman's upbringing, explaining what she's learned about mankind prior to Steve Trevor's arrival on the fabled island. Featured more prominently is Doctor Poison, one of the big bads of the film who's set on--as her name implies--poisoning the US Army.

Wonder Woman or Diana Prince debuted in 1941 in All Star Comics #8 by William Moulton Marston. Armed with the Lasso of Truth, indestructible bracelets, and her trusty sword and shield, Wonder Woman is a stalwart defender of peace throughout the DC Universe. Raised as an battle-ready Amazon and with her enhanced strength and abilities, she's an incredibly formidable foe that can stand up to the biggest, baddest threats in the universe. Originally, Diana's story was that she was sculpted from clay and given life by Aphrodite; she's since become the daughter of Zeus as a demigod imbibed with godly powers.

Doctor Poison or Princess Maru debuted in 1942 in Sensation Comics #2 by William Moulton Marston. As her name implies, Doctor Poison operated during World War II on behalf of the Nazis and acted as the leader of a spy wring bent on wreaking havoc in the US Army. Though Wonder Woman successfully stops and imprisons Doctor Poison, she nevertheless escapes to fight Wonder Woman once again.

Wonder Woman releases on June 2, 2017 and stars Gal Gadot (Diana Prince/Wonder Woman), Chris Pine (Steve Trevor), Connie Nielsen (Queen Hippolyta), Robin Wright (General Antiope), Danny Huston (General Erich Ludendorff), Elena Anaya (Maru), and Lucy Davis (Etta Candy). Directed by Patty Jenkins, the film is based on Wonder Woman from DC Entertainment.

Immediately following the release of Wonder Woman, DC has announced Wonder Woman Day as Saturday, June 3 where fans can go to their participating local comic shop to get free copies of special Wonder Woman comics! DC will make available a DC Super Hero Girls comic and a reprint of Wonder Woman #1 by Greg Rucka and Liam Sharp.

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