'Supergirl' First Reactions

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The first wave of social media reactions are below for the DC Studios release, which stars Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon) as Kara Zor-El, who sets out to save her beloved dog Krypto. Supergirl also stars Jason Momoa, making his fan-anticipated debut as the antihero Lobo.

The Craig Gillespie-directed film marks another key moment for DC, which last year successfully launched its new creative era under co-chief James Gunn with Superman.

Keeping in mind that social media first reactions to advance screenings always tend to skew at least slightly more positive than a film’s eventual consensus, here’s what influencers, fan bloggers and some critics are saying.

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Mike Ryan: “SUPERGIRL is not at all what I was expecting. I, too, assumed ‘superhero space movie with needle drops’ would have a similar tone to GOTG or even Superman. Instead it looks and plays more like a Mad Max movie, with dirty worlds, gross villains and a self destructive hero.”

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Gizmodo: “Supergirl is highly enjoyable. It doesn’t quite have the resonance of Superman, but it acts as both a perfect companion and follow-up to that movie with better characters and more complex relationships. It’s also incredibly emotional, which makes the action hit even harder.”

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Mama’s Geeky: “Unfortunately Supergirl is a mixed bag for me. As a fan of the comic, I was (perhaps) overly excited for the film adaptation. While Jason Momoa’s Lobo & Milly Alcock shine, some adaptation choices and a bland villain keep it from greatness. It’s, simply put, just fine”

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Den of Geek: “Supergirl is the superhero movie I’ve missed: a straightforward, poignant story with lots of emotion, especially when we see Kara through little Ruthye’s eyes. Luckily that’s every action scene. Milly Alcock absolutely owns the role and will change our idea of Supergirl forever.”

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Discussing Film: “Milly Alcock steps into the role of #SUPERGIRL wonderfully and it’s refreshing to root for a heroine with a unique hard edge. Unfortunately the film around her takes far too long to step into gear and never quite matches her energy.”

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Geeks of Color: “Supergirl is the best blockbuster of the summer! Terrific action but what sells it is the heart and the characters. Milly Alcock is a force to be reckoned with! Eve Ridley is also incredible & Jason Momoa is pitch perfect as Lobo. One of the best DC films!”

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The Direct: “Milly Alcock is a Kryptonian powerhouse and the perfect Kara Zor-El. The film has a strong heart, giving an interesting and complex character journey for Kara. Jason Momoa is clearly born to play Lobo, and the DCU is only better with those two now in it.”

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CineXpress: “SUPERGIRL is a solid follow-up to last summer’s Superman. More serious and emotionally heavier in tone, it delivers a cool intergalactic road trip that evokes Guardians of the Galaxy, with a dash of Mad Max: Fury Road and a bit of Thor: The Dark World. Milly Alcock is a total badass, delivering a performance that’s both fierce and vulnerable as Kara Zor-El. Can’t wait to see her in future interactions with her cousin and other heroes in the DCU. Keep them coming!”

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That Hollywood Show: “#Supergirl SOARS! Milly Alcock is the perfect Kara. This film is filled with gorgeous set pieces and dazzling action sequences. Momoa IS LOBO, but I wanted more of him. The scenes with Clark are priceless. Third act is F’N fun. The future is bright with this Supergirl.”

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Showbiz Simon

#Supergirl isn't a classic but it's pacey fun and hits most of the targets it aims for. Milly Alcock is great as the titular heroine and Momoa's Lobo is a blast. Other big wins are the action, humor and when it leans into physical production. Production and costuming design are

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Chris Killian

If you threw GOTG, True Grit, and Mad Max into a DC blender, you’d get #Supergirl - a grimy, funny, yet surprisingly somber space adventure. Milly shines, especially when we get into Kara’s tragic backstory, but Jason Momoa is having the fraggin’ time of his life as Lobo. (1/2)

I also want to highlight the practical effects. The design, makeup, and puppetry are all Oscar-level good. Krypton looks incredible. And my goodness does this movie solidify what peak casting David Corenswet is as Supes. Every time he’s on screen, you can’t help but smile. (2/2)

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