If you loved
Wonder Woman
Patty Jenkins · Film · 2017
You loved Wonder Woman because it features a powerful outsider navigating high-stakes conflict while grappling with the heavy burden of idealism.
Start with the source
Adaptation
Wonder Woman 1984
Film · 2020
Books on the same thread
Ready Player One: A Novel
Ernest Cline · Book · 2017
Explores: Nostalgia, Virtual Reality, Escapism.
Like the Amazonian princess entering the world of men, you will find the same fish-out-of-water perspective in this digital reality, where virtual stakes mirror the intensity of Wonder Woman.
The Women: A Novel
Kristin Hannah · Book · 2024
Explores: Female Friendship, Coming-of-Age, Trauma.
This novel echoes the wartime grit seen in Wonder Woman, focusing on the profound female empowerment and personal sacrifice that define women serving during the chaos of global conflict.
Ender's Game
Orson Scott Card · Book · 2013
Explores: Child Soldiers, Alien Invasion, Moral Ambiguity.
If you were moved by the moral weight Diana carries in Wonder Woman, you will appreciate how this story forces its young protagonist to confront similar burdens of duty and sacrifice.
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
J. K. Rowling · Book · 1997
Explores: Good vs. Evil, Orphanhood, Friendship.
Much like the origin story of Wonder Woman, this journey follows a protagonist stepping into a larger, unfamiliar world to discover their true strength while battling encroaching forces of evil.
Series on the same thread
Peacemaker
James Gunn · Series · 2022
Explores: Anti-hero redemption, Dysfunctional team, Government conspiracy.
While Wonder Woman remains grounded in noble ideals, this series provides a sharp, cynical contrast that challenges the very nature of heroism and morality through a chaotic, violent lens.
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Joss Whedon · Series · 1997
Shares a thread with Wonder Woman: Female Empowerment.
This series captures the essence of female empowerment found in Wonder Woman, showcasing a chosen warrior who must balance her supernatural responsibilities with the realities of growing up.
Wednesday
Miles Millar · Series · 2022
Explores: Outsider Perspective, Coming-of-Age, Murder Investigation.
Just as Diana stands apart from the human world in Wonder Woman, you will resonate with this protagonist who navigates an alien social landscape with a sharp, outsider perspective.
Young Justice
Greg Weisman · Series · 2010
Explores: Coming-of-Age, Secret Identities, Mentorship.
These young heroes face the same pressure to prove themselves as Diana does in Wonder Woman, emphasizing the importance of legacy and mentorship in the face of global threats.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast
Dr. Jordan B. Peterson · Podcast · 2026
Explores: Existentialism, Individual Responsibility, Cultural Critique.
This podcast explores the philosophical dichotomy of life, offering a deeper dive into the existential themes of individual responsibility that Diana constantly weighs against her war-torn environment in Wonder Woman.
Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark
Turning Point USA · Podcast · 2026
Explores: spiritual healing, cultural critique, natural remedies.
If Wonder Woman sparked your interest in the clash between different cultural values, this program offers a similar critique of modern society, focusing on how we heal and define ourselves.
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Common questions
Is Wonder Woman 1984 a sequel to the 2017 Wonder Woman movie?
Yes, Wonder Woman 1984 is the follow-up film to the 2017 Wonder Woman directed by Patty Jenkins. Both movies feature the Amazon princess as she navigates the world of Man and confronts various threats to humanity.
What order should I watch the Wonder Woman movies in?
You should watch the 2017 Wonder Woman first, as it introduces the Amazon princess and her mission during the First World War. After that, you can proceed to watch the 2020 film Wonder Woman 1984 to continue following her story.
Is Wonder Woman based on the First World War?
The 2017 Wonder Woman movie is set during the First World War. The plot follows the Amazon princess as she leaves her home to enter the world of Man specifically to confront the forces of evil and end the human conflict occurring during that period.
How many Wonder Woman movies are there directed by Patty Jenkins?
There are two Wonder Woman movies directed by Patty Jenkins included in this collection. These are the 2017 Wonder Woman, which depicts the Amazon princess in the First World War, and the 2020 sequel titled Wonder Woman 1984.