As David Corenswet‘s portrayal of Superman sets a new stage for James Gunn‘s refreshed DC Universe, anticipation shifts towards Milly Alcock. She steps into the superhero realm as Supergirl, or Kara Zor-El, in the upcoming “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow,” scheduled to hit theaters nearly a year after Superman. Little is known about the film, but fans hold high expectations, given Supergirl’s more jaded nature compared to her Kryptonian cousin.
Recent months have witnessed the filming of this much-anticipated movie, and now we have our first glimpse of Milly Alcock’s take on the iconic superhero. As footage from the set circulates online, curiosity mounts regarding the absence of Supergirl’s legendary red cape.
Filming commenced in January 2025, with reports from The Hollywood Reporter indicating that production was already halfway complete by the end of February. Production Bulletin (via CBR) notes filming will continue until May. With approximately two months remaining, leaked footage offers the first glimpse of Milly Alcock’s portrayal of Kara Zor-El.
The video showcases Alcock in a suit that remains true to Supergirl’s comic origins, standing atop what appears to be a military vehicle. Despite the video’s blurry quality, fans quickly noticed the missing red cape. Speculation suggests the cape might either be tucked into the costume or minimized for CGI enhancement. One fan stated:
“Definitely just a stand in for the top portion of the cape while the rest will be CGI.”
Fans need not worry, as further leaks reveal a complete costume, including a flowing red cape. Milly Alcock’s appearance, complete with the iconic red skirt and cape, seems to materialize directly from the comic books.
“Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” marks the second entry in Gunn’s Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, a film highly anticipated by audiences. According to Gunn, the movie effectively follows Corenswet’s Superman, continuing the narrative’s momentum with high-caliber production.
In an interview with Omlette.com, James Gunn disclosed that while Supergirl wasn’t initially planned as the second film, the outstanding script by Ana Nogueira and direction by Craig Gillespie made it the prime contender post-Superman. Gunn remarked:
“I didn’t necessarily know that Supergirl would be the second film we would make, but Ana [Nogueira] wrote an incredible script, and then we hired an incredible director, and we’re going to make this film after ‘Superman’ because he was the best option. Other films were written, but they weren’t as good as this one. So let’s continue with this rhythm. Everything has to be good. Quality comes first in every project we do. And this is more important than telling a grandiose mega-narrative.”
The evolving film indicates Gunn’s dedication to methodically crafting the DC Universe. His focus on maintaining quality rather than chasing quantity garners respect and anticipation among fans and viewers alike.
“Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow” is set for release in theaters on June 26, 2026, following closely on the heels of “Superman,” which debuts on July 11, 2025.
In James Gunn’s hands, the DC Universe promises a thoughtful reimagining, with Milly Alcock poised to skyrocket expectations and admiration as Supergirl.
