This week it became known that Millie Alcockfrom House of the Dragonwill join the new DC Cinematic Universe as Super Girl. James Gunn himself confirmed the news about the invitation of the Australian actress to the role of Kara Zor-El. However, the DC Studios co-CEO fears that her first appearance as a superhero will be in Superman: Legacy.
Gunn, who remains very active among his followers on Instagram and Threads, answered the question directly. When asked by a fan if he could tell you how much screen time Millie Alcock will have in the film? Superman: Legacythe director and screenwriter of the above-mentioned feature film was insistent: “I didn’t even say I would be in the film.”.
This suggests that Alcock’s debut as Supergirl will be a while away. Of course, the opportunity to see this in Superman: Legacy This shouldn’t be completely ruled out, because perhaps James Gunn wants to prepare some kind of surprise for the moment the film hits the big screen. But her straightforward answer suggests we probably won’t be seeing her as Superman’s cousin anytime soon.
Of course, the director did not miss the opportunity feed hype to hire Millie Alcock. On Instagram Stories, Gunn shared several posts about Supergirl, including some. fan art which show the 23-year-old as a superhero.
When will Supergirl debut in the new DC Cinematic Universe?
That the new Supergirl debuted in Superman: Legacy There was a certain logic to this. James Gunn’s next film, starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, is scheduled to begin filming in March. Therefore, the participation of Millie Alcock in the role of Kara Zor-El did not seem unreasonable.
However, now that the director and screenwriter have given the situation a cold shoulder, it remains to be seen. how they are planted on the new DC Studios cinematic stage. In accordance with Hollywood ReporterThe studio’s goal will be to introduce the character in supporting roles in at least two projects before giving her her first leading role. It remains to be seen whether this is true.
Superman: Legacy will serve as a reboot of the DC Extended Universe. This will leave the stage behind Snyderversewhich was recently officially closed by hand Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. As part of the new franchise, Supergirl will have her own movie called Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.
This feature film already has an approved screenwriter. Since late 2023, Ana Nogueira has been working on the story for the film, which has no confirmed release date yet. Nevertheless, TPP He states that Warner Bros. ready to start filming this year. More precisely, in the fall of 2024. Of course, first they have to decide an important detail: hire a director.
Besides what James Gunn commented, fans are still hoping to see Supergirl in Superman: Legacy. The film, which will hit theaters in July 2025, has already lined up an extensive cast. In addition to Corenswet and Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult (Lex Luthor), Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardner), Edi Gathegi (Mr. Terrific), Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl) and Maria Gabriela De Faria (Angela Spica/The Engineer) are confirmed to star.
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