Biel won't be playing Wonder Woman

Published: Sept. 28, 2007 at 2:29 PM

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 28 (UPI) -- Actress Jessica Biel has decided not to play Wonder Woman in an upcoming live-action version of "Justice League of America."

Warner Bros. is planning a big-screen adaptation of the DC Comics adventure which brings many of the world's most beloved superheroes together under one title.

"Happy Feet" director George Miller is expected to direct the film, which is now in the initial phases of casting.

Biel had been in talks to play Wonder Woman, but decided not to pursue the role, Entertainment Weekly has reported.

The "7th Heaven" actress is now working on the big-screen drama "Powder Blue" with Forest Whitaker.

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