James Gunn Praises Milly Alcock as Supergirl in Upcoming DCU Film

James Gunn, co-chair of DC Studios, has praised Milly Alcock's casting as Supergirl, calling it the best casting choice of his career and describing her performance as "absolutely stunning." Alcock, known for her role in House of the Dragon, will star as Kara Zor-El in the upcoming film "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow," which is currently being edited and slated for release on June 26, 2026. The movie, directed by Craig Gillespie and adapted by Ana Nogueira from Tom King's comic series, follows Supergirl and her dog Krypto on a cosmic quest for revenge. Gunn highlighted the film as a significant science fiction epic within the DC Universe and mentioned that Alcock made a brief debut in the "Superman" movie, setting up her solo outing. The film also features Jason Momoa as the villain Lobo, adding to excitement about future crossovers in the DC Universe. Gunn further shared plans for future DC projects, including the "Man of Tomorrow" sequel and the R-rated "Clayface" film, underscoring his vision for a diverse and interconnected franchise.