Superhero Films - Ch. 6: 'Wonder Woman'

[Mashulyalya]

she's almost naked

[Mashulyalya]

don't you think her clother is too short?!

[dignerds]

i agree mostly,but the story was not silly.it will take an unknown actress with something special to fill the boots,christofer reeve had that "special something"...i'm sure she's out there.

[dignerds]

i agree mostly,but the story was not silly.it will take an unknown actress with something special to fill the boots,christofer reeve had that "special something"...i'm sure she's out there.

[TheSandiecrisp]

MY Uncal Stan Ross was a director on wonder woman I worked on it in the bullet and bracelet shoot

[idgarad]

Biggest problem I've had with WW: Shouldn't she have a Greek accent? I would assume she would have spoken ancient Greek, or at the very least a native contemporary Greek speaker? Linda Carter was awesome but the whole language issue always bothered me.

[V67850]

Its amazing that you posted this in 2009, and this latest failed pilot attempt

has beared out your analysis w/almost prophetic accuracy.

[jceowoodard]

Too many fans just want their favourite looking actress playing the part NOT someone that believes in the part and is convincing

Lynda Carter did her homework on the character and actually like the comic books where as some of the fans picks just want the ego boost and a $14 million contract

[redmark19666]

Lynda Carter was the Vivien Leigh of our time!

[redmark19666]

Very Cool! But the Wonder Woman series needed more Catfights like the one with Stella Stevens...............That would have really been awesome!

[3000salia]

I think Jennifer Oconnell (think that's right, she was in The Day The Earth Stood Still) would make a great Wonder Woman, but she would need to put on a few pounds, bulk up a bit. Just sayin'

[iichingg]

the cast made the show,

[biorgymd]

@HaphazardStuff Question for you? Do you know if that is Gary Busey in the Hospital Scene pushing the gurney at 9:17, the blond guy? I think it's Gary Busey, I have all the WW DVD's but there is no credit to him.

[haitipi]

Yeah, you're right Steve Trevor is actually just a Damsel in Distress in this show. Somewhat of a Louis Lame.

[redmark19666]

I Disagree, The Wonder Woman/Stella Stevens Cat Fight totally made this "Movie of the Week" story..............The Wonder Woman Series would have lasted much longer with girl on girl fights.............Dynasty proved that.

[OOO19415]

Could you imagine Wonder Woman and Captain America got married?

[sarahnk100]

Good , like.

[petie71]

If you listen to the commentary, Lynda Carter asked Aaron Spelling why is she engaging in a fight with the Nazi woman when she just finished tossng some men around — Aaron Spelling responded: 'Cause then there wouldn't be fight.' It was the first time we saw two women do a full-on physical fight on American TV.

[Vatch1966]

I always hated the theme music

[WarriorSmurf]

@Vatch1966 I liked the third season's theme the best.

[discoqueendivas]

I liked the 1st season the best, i didn't like the 2nd and 3rd , i liked in the 1st season cause it had wonderwoman and some romactic tention with the general steve

[nemass26]

Sure lynda carter did a fantastic job when she was wonder woman however, it is time to make a new definative wonder woman. Just as christian bale was made as a new definative batman today. I bet that chances are that despite the new nbc wonder woman show being cancelled before it started there may be a redeming possibility that with with gary oldman's statement of adrianna paliki to make an apperance as wonder woman in the dark knight rises it may just bring life back to wonder woman

[Missyplaymate3]

great video thanks for sharing honey

[dwbong11]

"Get us out from under, Wonder Woman." I dont agree with that line. If anyone see's me under Wonder Woman, please just leave me there!

[LittleDragon2000]

Lynda Carter IS Wonder Woman to this day. She was the best thing about the show - and made us believe.

[TomatoeAssassin]

I loved this show when it took place in the 1940's but when they moved it to the 1970's it lost a lot.

Still, Lynda Carter made it worth watching. She had (still has) brains, beauty and the ability to draw you in and make you forget it's just a TV show.

[plutao]

i want ot be n paradise island

[brianshull2000]

Love those shows, wish they would bring them back

[mybnz190]

ooo man i loved that last clip...get outta here brawd...that is what i would say to that new actress that Hollywood has casted...hahhahaha

[mybnz190]

Linda is a tough act to follow...fuk Megan Foxx she is too "Hollywood"

[vitoperron]

amen to that,,no one will ever fill those boots,,,,,trust

[jwg2372]

I feel the need to correct you on one salient point. ABC did pick up the WONDER WOMAN series featuring Crosby, it was the producers who changed their minds after the fact and decided to go with a more traditional approach, figuring that audiences would be more willing to tune in if Wonder Woman looked the way fans expected her to and had the more familiar backstory from the comics. And considering the show lasted for three seasons it was probably a good call.

[LemmePost]

BOING!!!!

[75vulturefalls]

I really do like this vid my friend. I think its one of your best work. Being a huge 1970's fan of pop culture and various TV shows, this fits the bill nicely. I learned some interesting facts from your commentary. Looking forward to more new videos from you in the near future. Bobby------

[spideyhaswebshooters]

Along with George Reeves as Superman, Lynda Carter represents the most perfect comic-to-film casting ever.

The Nazis are portrayed for overly comedic effect in the pilot but this is toned down a lot in the first season, which of course, is the best season.

The most crucial part of Lynda's portrayal is in the innocence of the character but a movie done today would possess none of that, as seen in the modern comics, and so any attempt to do the character now would be doomed for failure.

[dianaAthemiscyra]

@spideyhaswebshooters Don't you mean "Christopher" Reeve?

[Federalism24]

@dianaAthemiscyra Superman was portrayed by both George Reeves and Christopher Reeve. George Reeve played Superman in "Superman and the Mole-Men" and the TV show "Adventures of Superman".

[StrongEnough78]

I bet the reason why there hasn't been more Wonder Woman around, is because they can't find someone equal to Lynda Carter. I LOVED Wonder Woman when I was a kid and often compared her to my Mom lol. I think we all did at some point, but my Mom did have long black hair, and she would sometimes do the spin lol. It's not going to be easy to find a new Wonder Woman. They lucked out with Brandon Routh as Superman. Wonder Woman will be difficult. Thanks for posting this!

[SWLinPHX]

Nice piece, but you should've kept it in its original 4:3 aspect ratio. Stretching it out to 16:9 makes everyone look a little wide & squat.

[JudasAngel666]

Wonder Woman Can TIE ME UP with That Golden Larrium ANYTIME. *MEOW*

[superade1000]

you have some very interesting points indeed, i agree that the pilot was a bit silly at first and for that matter so was season 1, it was only until seasons 2 and 3 i thought the writers really got there heads screwed on, but regardless of what it was like in the beginning i always have and always have and always will love WONDER WOMAN and the woman that made it all possible, our lynda carter!

[itspunkieboy]

i loved all the 411 on this video..super great job

[ninjafretshadow]

i was glued to the t.v. at age 5,nice review

[360whiplash]

I always thought that former WWE Diva Victoria, would have been a good choice to play Wonder Woman in a live action movie.

[Girardifan]

In the episode "Fausta, the Nazi Wonder Woman", Steve Trevor does try to rescue Wonder Woman. Nazi agents capture Wonder Woman and, after making her helpless by removing her magic belt, take her to Germany for interrigation. Steve Trevor, against General Balnkenship's orders, goes to Germany to free Wonder Woman and ends up being captured himself. To add to Trevor's humilaition, Wonder Woman had already regained her powers and escaped and now must return to Germany and rescue him.

[MrBangkito21]

linda carter is so amazing and beautiful

[UNITEWAD]

@MrBangkito21 I Told You! lol God She Must Be 60+ Now!

[REDDOG525]

Katharine McPhee, on of the American Idol runner-ups is a dead ringer in my opinion and both she and Linda Carter were singers, firstly....I've always said Beyonce should do a video wearing that infamous suit but Katharine is a dead ringer for Linda Carter, would like just like the old image of Lynda, the comic book, and she definitely would look nice in that suit, as well!

[fpurino]

The Only Woman that captivated my heart when I was in my Elementary Days...  The Woman that only exist in my Dreams.

[romu92]

Good Quality, Thanks !

She's the Best !

[fpurino]

The only Woman that Captivated my heart when I was in my Elementary Days..

[DIESEL0759]

Lynda played it so great because as a former model in her first acting role, she had no qualms about wearing the skimpy outfit, whereas some other actresses might have balked about playing a "silly comic-book character"

[pianomanification]

Here's what i would like to see. Lynda Carter as the queen, sigourney weaver as her mother, and an unknown to play wonder woman. she needs to be an ass kicking wonder woman, but, but still maintains her sweetness. megan fox as gorgeous as she is, is no LYNDA CARTER

[Shenruss]

At LAST somebody is making SENSE!!!!!

[sbpextreme]

I dont thing Megan Fox can fill Lynda Carters boots on this one. We need somebody thats more strong and has a better presence but yet can stay true to the part.

[CID296]

Now, I have to say I agree with mostly everything you said, but... to say that we became "infatuated" with Lynda Carter... that's the understatement of the year - we literally ADORED and WORSHIPPED her... at least I did... eh eh.

Also, Megan Fox would be a good choice for a new Wonder Woman movie. She certainly looks the part, although she is still a bit too young for it in my opinion... but anyhow, she's already said she doesn't want to.

We'll just have to wait and hope for the best.

[HaphazardStuff]

Considering she could be responsible for my livelong love of brunettes perhaps your right...infatuated might not be a strong enough word. :o)

I had heard Megan Gale is rumored to play WW. I don't know anything about her, other than she's good looking. Not even sure she can act, but we'll see what happens.

[wildfire04j]

@CID296 Lynda Carter: The Most Beautiful Woman I Have Ever Seen!

[sexonnaplatter]

It's funny how many people quibbles at the blond Cathy Lee playing WW in the first TV movie. Well, Steve Trevor was blond in the comics and they cast brunette Waggoner. Also, I can't believe they never had a Cheetah episode.

As for the idea of finally making a feature film, all casting suggestions have been wretched, with the exception of Catherine Zeta-Jones's name coming up about a decade ago. She might have worked. Perhaps an unknown actor (of Greek heritage).

[TheAngelFire7]

@CID296 Megan fox too skinny like skeleton!!!

[lucasaccardo]

So HOT, so fricking HOT.

[kurt30001]

I could`nt agree more.. Lynda Carter made Wonder Woman !!

[RichardContact1962]

Next up on the list CBS's Spider-Man? :) Great job Cappy...Wonder Woman was my favorite of the 70s live-action tv shows growing up, and they tided me over until the arrival of 1978's Superman.

[hipolyta25]

yeahh im agree nobody like lynda carter,

[Steve2323ZX]

videos like this make me glad I subbed

[JBRAVOS]

I agree theres no one that can fill Linda Carters shoes as Wonder Woman. I remember a few yeaars ago they talked about doing a Wonder Woman movie & casting Sandra Bullick as Wonder Woman....Thank God They didnt do that

[HaphazardStuff]

I do remember the talk of Bullock being cast. I'm with you and glad it never happened. I recently been hearing the suggestion of Megan Fox, and it just seems like it's only because she's the 'IT' girl of the moment. Maybe they'd be better off casting an unknown.

[sbpextreme]

I agree with you