We're now in an era where superhero movies are making a comeback. While Marvel continues to release major theatrical movies every year, DC is slowly catching up under James Gunn's leadership. Since taking over as co-CEO of DC Studios, Gunn has launched a new shared franchise known as the DC Universe (DCU), beginning with the animated series “Creature Commandos,” followed by “Superman” and now “Supergirl.” As most fans know, “Superman” was a huge success in summer 2025, introducing David Corenswet as the new Man of Steel and laying the foundation for the franchise’s future.
Now, this summer we have “Supergirl,” starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El. Unlike previous screen versions of the character, this take on Supergirl is far more hardened and emotionally scarred. The film draws heavily from the acclaimed comic series Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, portraying Kara as a flawed, world-weary hero embarking on a revenge-fuelled journey across the galaxy. With the movie arriving in theaters tomorrow (June 26), reviews have already landed, and critics appear divided on Alcock's big-screen debut.
