Critics Highlight Key Flaw in Dcu's Supergirl Film
WHO:
Moviefone - The film Supergirl is directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, featuring a cast that includes Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet, and Jason Momoa.
Coming Soon - James Gunn is involved with the DC Universe and the film Supergirl.
WHAT:
Newsweek - The initial Rotten Tomatoes score for 'Supergirl' has been revealed, raising concerns for James Gunn's DC Universe.
Coming Soon - Critics have described the script of Supergirl as the "worst script" following James Gunn's previous promise that "storytelling is king" at DC Studios.
Coming Soon - Critics have described the script of Supergirl as "super-horrendous," with Variety's Owen Gleiberman stating that it contradicts James Gunn's previous promise that "storytelling is king" at DC Studios.
Coming Soon - The film Supergirl is the second movie in the DC Universe.
Coming Soon - Critics have highlighted a major flaw in Supergirl that needs to be addressed for the shared universe to succeed.
Coming Soon - The film is set to be released in theaters later this week.
WHERE:
Coming Soon - The film Supergirl will be released in theaters.
WHEN:
Moviefone - Supergirl is set to open in theaters on June 26.
Coming Soon - The release of Supergirl is scheduled for later this week.
WHY:
Coming Soon - Critics agree that there is a significant issue with the film that could impact the future of the DC Universe.
HOW:
Coming Soon - Director Craig Gillespie revealed that James Gunn requested a specific scene change in the film for a particular reason, although he had mostly been given creative freedom.
Rolling Stone - The film presents a "super-family" character in a way that allows for deeper storytelling beyond superficial roles.
(UPDATED June 25, 2026 17:40 UTC)
The initial Rotten Tomatoes score for 'Supergirl' has been revealed, raising concerns for James Gunn's DC Universe. Critics are calling the script the "worst script," which is particularly notable given Gunn's previous promise that "storytelling is king" at DC Studios. This development has sparked significant discussion among fans and industry insiders alike.
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(UPDATED June 25, 2026 08:06 UTC)
Critics are already weighing in on the upcoming Supergirl film, with some calling the script "super-horrendous." Variety's Owen Gleiberman pointed out that it contradicts James Gunn's earlier promise that "storytelling is king" at DC Studios. As anticipation builds, fans are eager to see how this will all unfold.
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(UPDATED June 24, 2026 23:20 UTC)
The highly anticipated film Supergirl, directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, features a star-studded cast including Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Jason Momoa. Supergirl is set to hit theaters on June 26, promising an exciting cinematic experience for fans. Interestingly, director Craig Gillespie shared that while he enjoyed creative freedom, James Gunn requested a specific scene change for a particular reason.
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(UPDATED June 24, 2026 19:33 UTC)
James Gunn is involved with the upcoming film Supergirl, which is set to be the second movie in the DC Universe and will hit theaters later this week. Critics have pointed out a significant flaw in the film that they believe needs to be addressed for the shared universe to thrive, emphasizing the importance of strong storytelling beyond superficial roles. As anticipation builds, the release of Supergirl is generating discussions about its potential impact on the future of the DC Universe.