Few comic book characters are as effortlessly cool as Catwoman. She’s Gotham’s slickest antihero—stylish, sharp-witted, and equal parts heart and danger. Every time DC teases a new Selina Kyle, the Internet explodes with casting debates, and for good reason: not everyone can master that blend of elegance and edge. So who could slip into the leather suit next and steal the spotlight—and our hearts? Here’s our reverse countdown of 15 actresses who’d make a purr-fectly compelling Catwoman in the DC Universe.
15. Alexandra Daddario
Those piercing blue eyes already say it all. Alexandra Daddario has a presence that can shift from soft vulnerability to full-on intimidation in a heartbeat. From True Detective to San Andreas, she’s shown emotional range and action credibility, exactly what’s needed to make Selina Kyle both relatable and dangerously alluring.
14. Paula Patton
Paula Patton brings strength and charm to every role. Her fierce turn in Mission: Impossible Ghost Protocol proved she could go toe-to-toe with anyone, and her magnetic energy could very well redefine Catwoman for a new generation. She has the physicality, intelligence, and confidence to make Gotham’s most elusive thief feel authentic and powerful.
13. Diane Kruger
With elegance to spare and an affinity for complex characters, Diane Kruger could deliver a beautifully layered Selina Kyle. From Inglourious Basterds to National Treasure, she’s played women who command the screen with subtle fire. Kruger’s Catwoman would radiate sophistication-and danger.
12. Jaime Murray
If you want charisma and unpredictability, Jaime Murray’s your woman. Fans of Gotham already know her DC chops from her role as Nyssa al Ghul, but as Catwoman, she could bring an intoxicating mix of playfulness and menace into the role. Every encounter with Batman would feel like a charged game of chess.
11. Katie McGrath
Katie McGrath does morally ambiguous, really, really well. She brings so much poise yet quiet power to her roles, whether it’s in Merlin or Supergirl. Add the action experience of Jurassic World, and you’ve got someone who can sell both the fight scenes and the flirty rooftop banter with ease.
10. Rebecca Ferguson
Let’s be real here: Rebecca Ferguson already moves like Catwoman. Her work in the Mission: Impossible films showed razor-sharp intensity, athleticism, and grace under pressure. She has confidence in playing Selina as a formidable fighter and mysterious romantic foil.
9. Priyanka Chopra Jonas
With global star power, commanding presence, and serious action credentials between Quantico and Baywatch, Priyanka Chopra has all the ingredients for a killer Catwoman. She’d bring an international flair to the role, combining elegance with a streetwise edge-the kind of Catwoman who could steal from Bruce Wayne and still make him smile about it.
8. Sofia Boutella
A dancer-turned-actress, Sofia Boutella is a natural when it comes to movement, which makes her an inspired pick for Gotham’s most agile antihero. In Kingsman: The Secret Service and Star Trek Beyond, she proved she can handle action and attitude. Her take on Selina Kyle would be sleek, unpredictable, and completely magnetic.
7. Vanessa Hudgens
Vanessa Hudgens certainly has come a long way from her musical days, diving into edgy roles in Spring Breakers and Sucker Punch. She might infuse Catwoman with a rebellious, youthful spark-a modern, confident version, just so unpredictable to keep Batman on his toes.
6. Lily Collins
Sweet-faced but steely, Lily Collins could bring emotional depth to Selina Kyle beneath her sly smile. She’s shown plenty of range-from Emily in Paris to The Mortal Instruments, and her mix of vulnerability and determination could make for a refreshingly complex Catwoman.
5. Sasha Calle
Having already created quite the ripple as Supergirl in The Flash, Sasha Calle has already proved she can hold her own in superhero territory. Her earthy intensity and emotional depth would bring a fascinating Catwoman to life-one driven by fierce independence and inner conflict rather than mere seduction.
4. Naomi Scott
Naomi Scott has that kind of charisma and versatility to take on anything from Aladdin to Smile 2. She can be charming in one moment and devastatingly fierce in the next. Her version of Catwoman would bring the warmth and danger in equal measures, a perfect mix for a modern DC revival.
3. Anya Taylor-Joy
Few actresses are as hypnotizing as Anya Taylor-Joy. And with roles in The Menu and Furiosa, she mastered intensity, mystery, and unpredictability. Her striking features and quiet power practically scream “Selina Kyle.” One would just not look away from Anya’s Catwoman.
2. Adria Arjona
Adria Arjona exudes confidence, sensuality, and a touch of danger-everything Selina Kyle needs. From Andor to Hit Man, she’s shown she can handle action and nuance with ease. Her Catwoman would slink through Gotham’s shadows with a mix of intelligence and irresistible charm.
1. Eiza González
Leading our list is Eiza González. Having shown off her action chops in both Baby Driver and Ambulance, she just exudes confidence and sophistication. Eiza has the potential to bring an ideal combination of heat and humanity to Catwoman: bold, clever, and utterly magnetic.
Of course, Catwoman’s cinematic history is already stacked with legends-from Julie Newmar’s sultry ’60s charm to Michelle Pfeiffer’s unforgettable, whip-cracking performance, Halle Berry’s high-energy reinvention, and Anne Hathaway’s sleek modern spin. Camren Bicondova’s youthful take on Gotham also gave us a fresh lens on Selina’s evolution.
As fans debate who should don the mask next, conversations about representation continue-most notably since Selina Kyle’s comic roots include Cuban and Irish heritage. Whoever takes the mantle, one thing is sure: Catwoman remains one of DC’s most coveted and complex roles-equal parts icon, enigma, and femme fatale. So tell us-who’s your dream Selina Kyle? Discussion is far from over, but one truth stands: Gotham will always need its Catwoman.