Director Craig Gillespie, known for his work on 'I, Tonya,' is currently in discussions to helm the upcoming 'Supergirl' film titled 'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' at Warner Bros.' DC Studios. The movie is based on the DC comics series of the same name by Tom King and Bilquis Evely and is scheduled to commence filming later this year, following the completion of James Gunn's 'Superman' project.
Rising star Milly Alcock, who gained recognition for her role in 'House of the Dragon,' has been cast as the lead in the film. Alcock secured the role after an extensive casting process that involved multiple actors auditioning on the set of 'Superman: Legacy' in Atlanta, including Meg Donnelly.
James Gunn, the co-CEO of the project, expressed his enthusiasm for Alcock's casting, citing her edge, grace, and authenticity as qualities that perfectly align with the character. Gunn has hinted that this new interpretation of Supergirl will be a departure from previous versions, describing her as 'much more hardcore.'
In this fresh take on the superhero, Supergirl embarks on a cosmic journey to mark her 21st birthday alongside Krypto the Superdog. During her travels, she encounters a young woman named Ruthye and becomes entangled in a vengeful quest for retribution.
Gunn and co-CEO Peter Safran are set to produce the film, with DC EVP Chantal Nong serving as executive producer. Ana Nogueira, known for her work on 'The Vampire Diaries,' is penning the screenplay for the project.
Craig Gillespie's directorial portfolio includes notable films such as 'Cruella,' 'The Finest Hours,' 'Lars and the Real Girl,' and the recent 'Dumb Money.' Represented by CAA, Rumble Media, and Sloane, Offer, Weber & Dern, Gillespie is poised to bring his unique vision to the 'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' project.
Deadline was the first to break the news of Gillespie's potential involvement in the film, signaling an exciting new chapter in the DC cinematic universe.
