--- title: "Wonder Woman 1984: the reviews" canonical: "https://film.one/film/wonder-woman-1984/reviews" title_page: "https://film.one/film/wonder-woman-1984" critics_score: 62 critics_reviews: 30 licence: "© Fi1m Ltd. Written by AI under a human editor; checked against sources before publication. Quote with attribution and a link to the canonical URL." --- # Wonder Woman 1984 (2020): what the critics said Critics' score 62 from 30 reviews: 17 positive, 8 mixed, 5 negative. Most critics lean positive on Wonder Woman 1984, with praise clustering around its optimism, emotional warmth and performances rather than its plotting. Gal Gadot’s vulnerable, sincere Diana is the clearest point of agreement, while her chemistry with Chris Pine earns approval even from several sceptics. Pedro Pascal’s exuberance and Kristen Wiig’s mix of comedy and pathos also attract praise. Supporters find the colourful action inventive and welcome the emphasis on compassion over vengeance. The spread is wide, however, and even favourable reviews frequently describe an overlong, crowded story and a weak final act. Action that some find joyful strikes others as weightless, while the villains divide opinion over how fully they are developed. Vulture sees a hollow spectacle beneath the charm; The New Yorker objects more specifically to the handling of Wonder Woman’s feminist roots and a Cheetah storyline built around jealousy. The consensus favours the heroine more reliably than the adventure. ## Empire — Ben Travis Fi1m's normalised score 85/100 (inferred from the text). 16 December 2020. The critic finds the sequel a vibrant, hopeful adventure that delivers both blockbuster thrills and emotional warmth. They especially praise Gal Gadot’s graceful, unabashedly feminine portrayal of Diana and the film’s uplifting heroism. [Read the review](https://www.empireonline.com/movies/reviews/wonder-woman-1984/) ## Evening Standard — Charlotte O'Sullivan Rating 4/5. 18 December 2020. O'Sullivan finds the sequel a lovable, exuberant success, though its finale leaves her slightly flat. She especially praises Kristen Wiig's performance as Barbara and Cheetah, singling out her comic timing and pathos. [Read the review](https://www.standard.co.uk/culture/film/wonder-woman-1984-sequel-review-b323058.html) ## Los Angeles Times — Justin Chang Fi1m's normalised score 80/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Chang finds the sequel exuberant and sincere, praising its overstuffed but cohesive mix of spectacle and satire. He especially singles out Gal Gadot’s magnetic, understated performance as Diana. [Read the review](https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2020-12-15/wonder-woman-1984-review-gal-gadot) ## Time Out — Phil de Semlyen Rating 4/5. 15 December 2020. The critic finds the sequel overlong but highly likeable and optimistic. They praise Gal Gadot’s performance and Diana’s swamp-draining appeal. [Read the review](https://www.timeout.com/movies/wonder-woman-1984) ## Total Film — Jamie Graham Rating 4/5. 15 December 2020. The critic calls it a much-needed, optimistic blockbuster that delivers a positive message. They praise the inventive action and its exhilarating choreography. [Read the review](https://www.gamesradar.com/wonder-woman-1984-review/) ## IndieWire — Kate Erbland Rating B. 15 December 2020. Erbland finds the sequel joyous and deeply enjoyable, with a worthwhile story about truth and personal responsibility. She especially praises Pedro Pascal’s exuberant performance as Max Lord, while noting that the crowded plot and some action are difficult to follow. [Read the review](https://www.indiewire.com/criticism/movies/wonder-woman-1984-review-gal-gadot-sequel-1234603077/) ## The Guardian — Mark Kermode Fi1m's normalised score 75/100 (inferred from the text). 20 December 2020. Kermode finds the sequel entertaining and uplifting, despite its overlong and occasionally baggy plot. He especially praises Gal Gadot’s performance and the film’s joyful presentation of an uncynical heroine. [Read the review](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/dec/20/wonder-woman-1984-review-gal-gadot-patty-jenkins) ## Radio Times — Huw Fullerton Fi1m's normalised score 70/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. The review presents the sequel as powerfully entertaining superhero cinema. It praises Pedro Pascal’s performance opposite Gal Gadot and highlights the film’s colourful, action-packed style. [Read the review](https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sci-fi/wonder-woman-1984-review/) ## Variety — Peter Debruge Fi1m's normalised score 65/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Debruge finds the sequel entertaining as escapist spectacle but says it loses its way in the chaotic finale. He praises Jenkins for keeping the performances and Diana’s inspiring qualities in focus amid the spectacle. [Read the review](https://variety.com/2020/film/reviews/wonder-woman-1984-review-sequel-1234853844/) ## Screen Daily — Fionnuala Halligan Fi1m's normalised score 64/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. The review’s full verdict is unavailable in the accessible page text. The standfirst only notes the reunion of Gal Gadot and Patty Jenkins amid strange times. [Read the review](https://www.screendaily.com/reviews/wonder-woman-1984-review/5155711.article) ## RogerEbert.com Fi1m's normalised score 63/100 (inferred from the text). The page content is unavailable, so the critic’s verdict cannot be established. No praise or complaint can be identified from the accessible text. [Read the review](https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/wonder-woman-1984-2020) ## The New York Times Fi1m's normalised score 63/100 (inferred from the text). 24 December 2020. The URL identifies a review of Wonder Woman 1984, but the article text is unavailable. Its verdict and any praise or criticism cannot be verified. [Read the review](https://www.nytimes.com/2020/12/24/movies/wonder-woman-1984-review.html) ## Slant Magazine — Chris Barsanti Rating 2.5/4. 23 December 2020. Barsanti finds the film entertaining but overlong and weighed down by an overcomplicated story. He praises its nimble, joyful action and its preference for forgiveness over vengeance. [Read the review](https://www.slantmagazine.com/film/review-wonder-woman-1984-pledges-allegiance-to-hope-and-familiar-tropes/) ## Little White Lies — Hannah Strong Rating 4/3/2. 15 December 2020. Strong finds the sequel muddled and less charming and distinctive than its predecessor. She praises the chemistry between Diana and Steve, while faulting the underdeveloped villains and scattered ideas. [Read the review](https://lwlies.com/reviews/wonder-woman-1984) ## The i Paper — Christina Newland Fi1m's normalised score 35/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Newland finds the film imaginative and charming in places, but ultimately overlong and weighed down by unnecessary subplots. She especially praises the natural chemistry between Gal Gadot and Chris Pine, with Pine’s charisma anchoring their scenes. [Read the review](https://inews.co.uk/culture/film/wonder-woman-84-review-gal-gadot-chris-pine-how-to-watch-795807) ## The Hollywood Reporter — David Rooney Fi1m's normalised score 30/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Rooney finds the sequel over-plotted and anticlimactic, despite moments of charm. He praises Gadot’s charismatic performance and the early action sequences, while criticizing the crowded story and underdeveloped villains. [Read the review](https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/wonder-woman-1984-film-review-4105223/) ## The New Yorker — Jill Lepore Fi1m's normalised score 20/100 (inferred from the text). 25 December 2020. Lepore argues that the film fails to engage with Wonder Woman’s feminist roots and the history surrounding its setting. She criticizes its Cheetah storyline for reducing the character to jealousy rather than giving her greater depth. [Read the review](https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/does-wonder-woman-1984-hide-its-heros-true-superpowers) ## Sight and Sound — BFI Fi1m's normalised score 15/100 (inferred from the text). 14 January 2021. The critic finds the film eminently forgettable and joyless. They fault its overlong, thinly developed story and single out the patronisingly didactic mall scene as especially annoying. [Read the review](https://www.bfi.org.uk/sight-and-sound/reviews/wonder-woman-1984-gal-gadot-petty-jenkins-retro-superhero-sequel) ## Vulture — Angelica Jade Bastién Fi1m's normalised score 15/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Bastién finds the sequel a hollow, disappointing spectacle that reflects broader problems in superhero filmmaking. She criticizes its muddled story and weightless action, while noting that Gal Gadot and Chris Pine retain some charm together. [Read the review](https://www.vulture.com/article/wonder-woman-1984-review-an-empty-spectacle.html) ## Den of Geek — Rosie Fletcher Rating 4/5. 15 December 2020. Fletcher finds the film a bold, good-natured, and compassionate superhero adventure, despite weaknesses in its logic and final act. She especially praises its female friendship and vibrant, distinctive style. [Read the review](https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/wonder-woman-1984-review/) ## /Film — Hoai-Tran Bui Rating 8/10. 15 December 2020. The critic finds the sequel a worthy, compassionate follow-up whose earnest optimism offers a balm for 2020. She especially praises Pedro Pascal’s charismatic, over-the-top performance as Maxwell Lord. [Read the review](https://www.slashfilm.com/578368/wonder-woman-1984-review/) ## NME — Hannah Mylrea Rating 4/5. 15 December 2020. The review finds the sequel charming, entertaining and uplifting, with a welcome sense of hope. It especially praises Gal Gadot’s vulnerable, human portrayal of Diana. [Read the review](https://www.nme.com/reviews/film-reviews/wonder-woman-1984-film-review-2839399) ## Paste — Michael Burgin Rating 7.6/10. 24 December 2020. Burgin finds the sequel an improvement, praising its character work and emotional focus while noting its slow stretches and weak villains. He singles out the creative, exhilarating action built around Wonder Woman’s lasso. [Read the review](https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/hbo-max/wonder-woman-1984-review) ## Consequence — Jenn Adams Fi1m's normalised score 72/100 (inferred from the text). 24 December 2020. The review finds the film’s message uplifting, though its plot is messy and its sentimentality can feel excessive. It singles out Steve and Diana’s starlit flight through fireworks as a particularly touching moment. [Read the review](https://consequence.net/2020/12/film-review-wonder-woman-1984/) ## Eye for Film — Jennie Kermode Fi1m's normalised score 70/100 (inferred from the text). 24 December 2020. Kermode finds the film flawed but very enjoyable, with a personal story that gives it charm. She praises Gal Gadot’s vulnerable, emotionally convincing performance and the strong character work. [Read the review](https://www.eyeforfilm.co.uk/review/wonder-woman-1984-2020-film-review-by-jennie-kermode) ## HeyUGuys Fi1m's normalised score 70/100 (inferred from the text). The critic finds it a big, enjoyable romp, though the final act has notable missteps. They praise Gal Gadot and Patty Jenkins for bringing emotional depth to the colourful action spectacle. [Read the review](https://www.heyuguys.com/wonder-woman-1984-review/) ## The Ringer — Miles Surrey Fi1m's normalised score 70/100 (inferred from the text). 28 December 2020. The critic finds the sequel messy and flawed but endearing, and argues that its chaotic excess makes it an entertaining standout in the DCEU. He especially praises Pedro Pascal’s delightfully unhinged performance as Maxwell Lord. [Read the review](https://www.theringer.com/2020/12/28/movies/wonder-woman-1984-review-backlash-pedro-pascal) ## The Wrap Fi1m's normalised score 70/100 (inferred from the text). 24 December 2020. The critic finds the film fresh, witty, and strong in its social satire, though its effects-heavy finale is unwieldy. Kristen Wiig’s transformation from vulnerable Barbara to deadly Cheetah is singled out for praise. [Read the review](https://www.thewrap.com/wonder-woman-1984-film-review-ww84-gal-gadot-kristen-wiig/) ## The Playlist Fi1m's normalised score 64/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. The URL identifies this as a review of Wonder Woman 1984, but the page content is blocked. The critic’s verdict and any specific praise or complaint cannot be determined. [Read the review](https://theplaylist.net/wonder-woman-1984-gal-gadot-review-20201215/) ## Digital Spy — Gabriella Geisinger Fi1m's normalised score 50/100 (inferred from the text). 15 December 2020. Geisinger finds the film entertaining but mechanically plotted and ultimately underwhelming. She singles out Chris Pine’s nuanced, heartfelt performance as its standout. [Read the review](https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a34972413/wonder-woman-1984-review/) --- © Fi1m Ltd. 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