James Gunn’s new DC Universe continues with Supergirl (2026), but has the film been unfairly judged or does it genuinely fall short?

Jon Evans and Alex Hansford sit down for a full spoiler review, discussing Milly Alcock’s performance as Kara Zor-El, how closely the film follows Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, Jason Momoa’s debut as Lobo, the strengths and weaknesses of the screenplay, studio reshoots, the visual design, and whether superhero films are beginning to lose their cultural dominance.

Along the way they compare the film with the original Helen Slater classic, explore why the comic arguably tells the story better, debate whether the critics were too harsh, and ask what the disappointing box office performance could mean for the future of DC Studios.

Spoiler warning: this episode discusses the entire film, including the ending.

00:00 Introduction and first impressions

03:05 Has Supergirl been unfairly judged?

11:20 Milly Alcock, Ruthie and the performances

21:20 Jason Momoa’s Lobo and the supporting cast

30:40 Production design, cinematography and music

39:50 Favourite moments, ending and final verdicts

50:45 Are superhero films losing their appeal?

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