Spring is well underway now and that means we’re beginning to turn our attentions to summer blockbuster season. One of the film’s we cannot wait to see is, of course, DC Studios second theatrical release, Supergirl. Today we’re taking a look at where the film fits into the DCU and where it might connect to some of the studios other big adventures.
When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock), aka Supergirl, reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion on an epic, interstellar journey of vengeance and justice. The film, directed by Craig Gillespie, releases into UK cinemas on June 26, 2026.
Before we dive in, why not remind yourself of the film’s brilliant teaser trailer:
Does Supergirl directly follow Superman or Peacemaker Season 2?
In short, no. Supergirl doesn’t pick up directly on last summer’s Superman as that film didn’t end with any setup beyond Kara’s brief cameo. So whilst James Gunn’s film did establish that Kara is a party girl and that Krypto would be travelling with her there were no other teases for the Supergirl storyline.
At this stage it’s also safe to say that the film won’t pick up on the lingering plot threads from the second season of Peacemaker either. Whilst there’s a slight chance that Kara could visit the planet where Rick Flag Sr. (Frank Grillo) left Peacemaker (John Cena) in the season finale it’s unlikely. With Supergirl taking place almost exclusively on other worlds we’re not expecting the film to pick up on any of the developments happening on Earth.
Could the film setup the events of Man of Tomorrow?
The answer to this one is… perhaps? Maybe? Possibly?
We know that Man of Tomorrow will force the Man of Steel (David Corenswet) to team up with Lex Luthor (Nicholas Hoult) to help take on Brainiac (Lars Eidinger). If you’re a comic book fan then you’ll know that Brainiac has been travelling the universe, stealing cities and keeping them in bottles on his ship like a museum. So there’s every chance that during her journey in Supergirl, Kara may come across the villain as a way to introduce him to the DCU. We even talked about it in our breakdown of the film’s first trailer.
Eidinger’s casting was only announced in December, long after Supergirl completed production. So it’s unlikely the man himself may show up unless a cameo is shot for a post-credit scene once Man of Tomorrow begins production in April. But even that would be cutting it fine. There’s always the chance that during makeup and costume testing a little something was filmed but it’s a long shot.
What’s more likely is that Kara may overhear conversations about cities going missing. A small nod to the character of Brainiac which tees up his later appearance. Or perhaps in a similar passing of the baton, David Corenswet’s rumoured appearance in Supergirl could be a call for help from his Kryptonian cousin as Earth faces a dangerous new threat.
What do I need to Watch to Understand the Film?
Actually nothing. There’s no pressure to understand the stories of any of the DC Studios releases which have come before Supergirl. So consider your homework a bonus assignment rather than required reading.
I would recommend reading Tom King and Bilquis Evely’s brilliant Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow comic book. It served as the original inspiration from the film. The series was originally published as an 8-issue miniseries but you can pick up collected editions in hardback, paperback and digitally now wherever you buy your comic books. If you’re in the UK grab your physical copy at Forbidden Planet, you won’t regret it!
DC is also about to launch a brand new solo series headlined by Lobo. Perfect timing right? Just before Jason Momoa comes crashing into the DCU as the Main Man he’s going to be going on new misadventures from writer Skottie Young and artist Jorge Corona. Here’s the series synopsis:
VRRRRROOOOOOMMMMMMMM!
The Main Man’s back, baby! And his ride is a motorcycle that moves at the speed of sound, but only if that sound is a rippin’ guitar solo, and you better hop on before he leaves you in the dust with all the bastiches he’s fragged for money or convenience!
The Eisner-nominated creative team that brought you a fantastic parable of adolescence in the Midwest, the story of an artist who embraces darkness a little too closely, and the tale of a gunslinger with too much grit to stay buried brings you a classic yarn spun in the star-kissed threads of the cosmic DC Universe.
It’s a guts-soaked path from DC K.O. to the end of the universe, where Lobo is going to scratch his name and number in the Source Wall with a cool knife. Don’t miss the mayhem, special guests, or tasty, tasty continuity! Don’t you do it!
Pick up issue #1 of Lobo in comic book stores now.
If, like us, you’ve watched Superman many times since its release in cinemas then why not go back to Creature Commandos and see where the DCU got its humble beginnings. The series is available to grab digitally in the UK now and is also available to stream on HBO Max.
Supergirl stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zoe-El/Supergirl. Joining Alcock are Eve Ridley as Ruthye, Matthias Schoenaerts as Krem, Jason Momoa as alien bounty hunter Lobo and David Krumholtz and Emily Beecham who will portray Kara’s parents. The film was scripted by Ana Nogueira who is now also rumoured to be being eyed for further DC Studios projects after impressing James Gunn and Peter Safran with her work on the Woman of Tomorrow story.
Supergirl releases in UK cinemas on June 26, 2026.
