Film

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

Name: Wonder Woman: Bloodlines
Genre: Science Fiction, Animation
Released: 2019
Cast: Rosario Dawson, Jeffrey Donovan, Marie Avgeropoulos, Kimberly Brooks, Ray Chase

A DC animated feature following Wonder Woman as she mentors a vulnerable young woman while defending her island home from Villainy, Inc., a criminal syndicate. Brisk, character-focused, and gorgeously drawn, it balances action sequences with genuine emotional stakes. For fans of the DCAU films who want something efficient and propulsive without losing heart.

TMDb rating

3.5

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