Ever sinceWarner Bros.announced the project back in 2016, there has been hype surrounding the casting — even amongst the rumors of director changes, andJames Gunndescribing the film as a “non-existent project.” Still, that doesn’t necessarily mean thatGotham City Sirenswon’t ever happen, asMargot Robbiehascontinued to express interest in the spin-offever since she pitched the movie.
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The Gotham City Sirens came to be in the “Heart of Hush” storyline inDetective Comics. Although the three antiheroes had their differences, afterCatwomanstole all of Hush’s fortune, she splits the money with Harley and Ivy. James Gunn’sThe Suicide Squadhas prompted a call for more villain-verse stories on the big screen — proving the storylines are as interesting, if not more, than those of the heroes. With the evolution ofHarley Quinnbeing shown throughout recentDC films,Sirenswill show fans how she establishes herself inGotham, away fromThe Joker. Below are four actresses who could playPoison Ivy, and Catwoman.
Bridget Regan as Poison Ivy
If you know ofBridget Regan’s works, you would know that she most recently playedDr. Pamela Isley in the CW-verse’s Batwoman. She is stunning in the role — proving she has the look down to a tee. The choreography within the fight scenes are also something to marvel at, as audiences are shown a bit of Poison Ivy’s powers and what she’s capable of.
Some of Regan’s other past projects include but aren’t limited toAgent Carter,The Last Ship,Jane The Virgin,Paradise Lost, andJohn Wick. Although the actress has already appeared as Poison Ivy on theCW, there shouldn’t be anything stopping Warner Bros. from casting her in the live-action movies as she has proven time and again that she is more than capable of taking on the role and the responsibilities that come with.
Kylie Bunbury as Poison Ivy
Kylie Bunburyhas been cast in an array of projects — fromUnder the Dome, toWhen They See Us, and most recentlyBig Sky, where she stars oppositeKatheryn Winnick. The pair team up to solve a kidnap case in Montana involving two sisters. As they continue searching for clues, they realize that the pair aren’t the only girls that have gone missing in the area.
Bunbury has displayed that she has the skills to take on intense action sequences, as well as the emotional capabilities that may or may not be needed for the role. It will surely be fun and exciting to see the actress portray Poison Ivy.
Megan Fox as Poison Ivy
Everyone knows ofMegan Foxand the Poison Ivy rumors that have consistently been going around the web — whether it’s from fancasts, or even Fox’s assistant posting an image with the caption “Poison Ivy? Expecting a call soon.” But it isn’t that far-fetched in terms of looks when it comes to Megan Fox as Poison Ivy. The actress exudes an appeal that can only be described as cunning and seductive.
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Fox has an extensive resume — most known for her roles in theTransformerfranchise,New Girl, andJennifer’s Body. She has what it takes to take on the persona of Poison Ivy as it’s very similar to the role Fox has played inJennifer’s Body— as both characters are driven to extremes because of the circumstances they are in, and the goals they want to achieve.
Rose Leslie as Poison Ivy
To sayRose Lesliehas an impressive list of projects up her sleeve is an understatement — fromGame of ThronestoDownton Abbey,The Good Fight,Vigil, and most recentlyDeath on the Nile. The actress has proven that she has more than a well-rounded set of skills to tackle the role of Poison Ivy — whether it’s action sequences or captivating the essence of the character.
If anyone has seen the filmThe Last Witch Hunter, you’ll agree that Leslie’s character, Chloe — whether it’s looks or vibe — exudes Poison Ivy. So if and when Gotham City Sirens starts casting, Leslie would definitely be a top contender for the role, as she’d be able to show off her range as a seductive villainess.
Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman
Having been a favorite for the Catwoman role for what seems like forever, it’s no surprise thatZoe Kravitzwas cast as the feisty feline inMatt Reeves’The Batman. With many critics saying Kravitz’s portrayal of Catwoman may even be better than that ofMichelle Pfeiffer’s iconic performance, the actress utilizes her own unique skill sets to her advantage — showcasing Selina Kyle’s emotional journey transforming to Catwoman.
Kravitz’s works include, but aren’t limited to:Divergent,X-Men: First Class,Mad Max: Fury Road, and most recentlyBig Little Lies. Fans and audiences alike will be in for a ride when they see her in Matt Reeves’ The Batman, but seeing Zoe Kravitz as Catwoman before shouldn’t be a reason to not cast her again inGotham City Sirens.
Katie McGrath as Catwoman
Katie McGrathhas the skills, talent, and drive to take on the role of Catwoman. The actress can be seen in projects such asMerlin,Dracula,Slasher,Frontier,Secret Bridesmaids’ Business, andSupergirl.McGrath has recently been cast as The AdjudicatorinJohn WickprequelThe Continental. It’ll be thrilling to see her portray The Adjudicator, as the character is a major villain role well known within theJohn Wickfranchise. Katie McGrath never fits into any particular category when it comes to roles — having been cast in a wide range of roles, each time testing her ability and pushing her to different heights.
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McGrath puts her heart and soul into every project she’s involved in. With her role of Zara Young, inJurassic World, the actress pushed her limits — doing her own stunt work in a series of complicated moves. There’s no doubt that if Katie McGrath was to get cast as Catwoman she would surely do the character justice.
Diane Kruger as Catwoman
Diane Krugerhas crafted quite the resume — having portrayed an abundance of vastly different characters while amassing an array of skill sets throughout the years. Kruger has had many notable roles in the past that showcase her abilities —National Treasures,Inglourious Basterds,Unknown,Farewell, My Queen,The Host,The Bridge,Into The Fade,The 355.
Kruger has drawn comparisons to Catwoman in the past — having sported a bodysuit that looked similar to that worn by Michelle Pfeiffer inBatman Returns. When it comes to wardrobe, the actress has proven that she is more than capable of pulling off the look. As for Kruger’s acting abilities — that isn’t much of a question. She has said numerous times in the past that she loves to take the necessary time to get into character — building a backstory, captivating the essence of the role, making connections, and understanding the writer/director’s thought process for the character.
Jaime Murray as Catwoman
Many fans of Jaime Murrayknow of the seductive qualities that she possesses — having portrayed roles that viewers hate to love, and characters that are — simply to put it, morally grey. Some of her most notable projects includeDexter,Spartacus: Gods of the Arena,Hustle,Ringer,Fright Night 2,Warehouse 13,Defiance,Gotham, andCastlevania.
Murray played Nyssa Al Ghul in the CWverse’sGotham— former member of the League of Assassins, and one of the many enemies ofBatman. The actress displayed some amazing stunt work during her time in the series, proving her ability to take up whatever physical requirements are needed for the role of Catwoman. In terms of acting, Jaime Murray has proven time and again that she is more than capable of showcasing a wide range of emotions necessary to play the characters given to her.
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