Millie Alcock, Emilia Jones and Meg Donnelly, the nominees to bring the iconic Supergirl to life in the DC Studios reboot
Today’s news brings a whirlwind of change and anticipation in the DC Studios universe. Just around the corner, the Supergirl reboot promises to change the concept of the superhero as we know it, and three rising stars are in line to portray this iconic character. Millie Alcock, Emilia Jones and Meg Donnelly emerged as the main nominees for Giving Life to the Woman of Tomorrow.
Who will be chosen for the role of Supergirl?
The Supergirl reboot is about to begin. The absence of Sasha Kale, who played Kara Zor-El in “The Flash,” opens up various possibilities. According to Deadline, screen tests will take place next month, and Alcock, Jones and Donnelly are considered for the role. However, DC Studios is not ruled out for opting for a direct offer to an already established star.
DC CEO James Gunn plays an important role in this selection process. This new version of the Girl of Steel will be the first in an earlier DCU project, suggesting that she may appear in “Superman: Legacy.” The search for the director of “The Woman of Tomorrow” is still going on, which leaves fans of the saga in suspense.
Defenders of the Iron Throne
Alcock gained recognition for her role as the young princess Rhaenyra Targaryen on HBO’s “Dragon House.” Known for her lead role in Apple’s “CODA,” Jones has worked on projects such as Paolo Sorrentino’s “Youth” and the Netflix series “Locke & Key.” Donnelly, meanwhile, is a familiar face on the Disney Channel’s “Zombies” franchise and has previous experience with Supergirl, voicing the character in the animated films.
The reboot of the character was announced by Lamb and Peter Safran in their press release in January of last year. This project is partially based on Tom King’s 2022 comic series. Gunn described this new incarnation as a stronger and more complex image compared to previous versions, which featured his solitary upbringing in the shards of Krypton and his arrival on Earth. Earth has already become a young woman. .
More than bravery, an icon of strength and endurance
In the vast and colorful cast of DC heroes, Superman’s cousin stands out not only for her superhuman strength and unique abilities, but also for her powerful origin story. Rising on a piece of Krypton, her narrative is a mix of tragedy and triumph, something the reboot promises to explore in depth. This darker, more complex version of Kara offers a fresh perspective away from the simple and optimistic ideals of the character in previous media.
Compared to Superman, her cousin and one of the most famous characters in pop culture, Supergirl presents a unique emotional aspect. While Superman grew up on Earth with the love and care of his foster parents, Supergirl faced years of loneliness and survival before coming to our planet. This fundamental difference in their life experience promises to be a key point in the new adaptation, a stronger and more complex Supergirl, we see not only the physical strength of the hero, but emotional strength in times of crisis.
Preparing for “Superman: Legacy”.
“Superman: Legacy” begins production next month, with the casting of Supergirl likely to be revealed soon, adding a new chapter to this universe’s rich history. Fans are eagerly waiting to see who will be the new bearer of the mantle of Supergirl, a symbol of strength and hope in the DC Universe.