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Supergirl Set for June 26 Theatrical Debut with Confirmed Post-Credits Scene
5/4/2026, 1:19:14 PM
Core Details of the Upcoming Film
DC Studios’ upcoming “Supergirl” will debut in theaters worldwide on June 26. Director Craig Gillespie confirmed a post-credits scene, while the film’s total runtime, credits included, is just under 110 minutes (approximately 1 hour 50 minutes), making it the shortest entry in James Gunn’s DCU slate.
Development Background and Source Material
DC Studios’ “Supergirl” adapts the “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” series by Tom King and Bilquis Evely. The film follows Milly Alcock’s debut as Kara Zor-El in “Superman” and places her in Chapter 1 of James Gunn’s DCU, “Gods and Monsters.” The “Man of Tomorrow” shoot began two weeks ago in Fayetteville, Georgia.
Principal Cast and Creative Team
Milly Alcock portrays Kara Zor-El. Supporting roles include Eve Ridley, Matthias Schoenaerts, Jason Momoa as Lobo—the only DCEU Justice League actor to assume a new role—David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Alice Hewkin. Craig Gillespie directs; Ana Nogueira wrote the screenplay.
Runtime, Release Schedule, and Related DCU Titles
The film’s runtime, credits included, is “just under 110 minutes (1 hr 50 min),” about 20 minutes shorter than “Superman.” “Supergirl” opens on June 26. “Man of Tomorrow” is slated for July 9, 2027, while the R-rated “Clayface” is scheduled for October 23, though its runtime remains undisclosed.
Official Statements from Director Craig Gillespie
Gillespie said the film is in final post-production, with the mix and effects near completion, and confirmed a post-credits scene, but declined to reveal its content.
Criticism & Opposition
The sourced material does not present any public criticism or opposition to the film’s production, casting, or narrative choices.
Conflicting Reports & Information Gaps
Sources agree on the 1 hr 50 min runtime for “Supergirl.” However, the exact length of “Clayface” and details of the post-credits scene remain unreported. Future appearances of Kara Zor-El beyond the June 26 release have not been announced.
Verbatim Quotes
- “I can’t tease that, sorry.” — Craig Gillespie, Director
- “It's around that one, yeah. With credits, close to 1 [hour] 50 [minutes,]” — Craig Gillespie, Director
- “I feel really great about it. I'm very excited for everybody to see it. [We are in the] final stages getting all the effects done, and we're doing the mix this week, the final mix. So, we're basically at the finish line, and I can't wait for everyone to see it.” — Craig Gillespie, Director
- “Supergirl” opens in cinemas everywhere on June 26th.” — DC Studios
Upcoming Installments and Future of Supergirl
DC Studios will release “Man of Tomorrow” (July 9, 2027) and “Clayface” (October 23). No further Supergirl projects have been announced, though the character remains a central figure in the shared universe.
