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James Gunn Calls Milly Alcock’s Supergirl His Best DCU Casting

Gunn says the film is now in editing for a June 26, 2026 theatrical release, signaling a darker, sci‑fi direction for the rebooted universe.

Overview

  • Speaking on The Howard Stern Show, Gunn said Alcock "might be the best bit of casting" he has ever done and called her performance "absolutely stunning."
  • Supergirl is in post-production with a confirmed June 26, 2026 U.S. release date.
  • Craig Gillespie directs from a script by Ana Nogueira as DC Studios leans into a big science-fiction tone.
  • Milly Alcock has already appeared as Supergirl in Superman, setting up her standalone entry in the new DCU.
  • Gunn also highlighted other DCU projects during the interview, mentioning an R-rated Clayface film and the Lanterns series.