In an exclusive sit-down, CW icon Supergirl Kara shares her insights and advice for the next generation of fans.
The comic book and superhero film industry has seen many stars, but few have shined as brightly as Melissa Benoist in her role as Supergirl. For six seasons, the actress brought Kara Zor-El to the big screen, winning the hearts of fans and critics alike, especially promoting inclusion in the male-dominated genre. Although it’s been three years since Benoist hung up her mantle, she still has a lot to offer those following in her footsteps, especially Millie Alcock in James Gunn’s revamped DC Universe, the next Supergirl.
The legacy of a heroic woman
Melissa Benoist didn’t just do a superhero; She reinvented Supergirl for a new era. His involvement in the CBS and CW series was more than a career; In the year In the 1984 film version, it was an attempt to redeem the character who was warmly received in the hearts of the audience.
In an exclusive interview on “Collider Ladies Night,” Benoist shared thoughts on her career and recent projects, including the political drama Girls on the Bus alongside Carla Gugino. The highlight, however, was undoubtedly his talk about Supergirl, as he talked about the enormous challenge of bringing such an iconic and beloved character to life from 1959.
When asked how she handles the pressure of playing Supergirl, Benoist said, “That’s a great question. What always inspires me when I work on the series is the target audience. I know Supergirl is an iconic character that spans many generations of fans, but the audience we were pitching the show to was primarily young women. Keeping that in mind always makes everything more bearable. This audience-centric approach was key to the success of the series, which earned 88% ratings on Rotten Tomatoes each season.
The future of Supergirl
The character continues to evolve as Melissa Benoist leaves her coat behind. In the year In 2023, Sasha Kale portrayed the “ruthless” version of Kara in the movie The Flash. However, with the reboot of the DCU under the direction of James Gunn and Peter Safran, Millie Alcock is set to take the lead as a new version of the Kryptonian is expected to arrive. In the year Expected in 2026 and based on Tom King’s graphic novel Supergirl: The Woman of Tomorrow, the film promises to be a deep character study exploring the challenges Kara will face in her quest for justice on a planet under a red sun.
While Alcock’s performance promises to be darker than Benoist’s, understanding and connecting with the DCU audience will be equally crucial to her being a CW primary fan favorite. Alcock must navigate a complex landscape filled with expectations, maintaining the identity of Supergirl, but adapting to the new trends and sensibilities of modern audiences.
Melissa Benoist’s legacy as Kara will be hard to match, but according to her advice, Millie Alcock has a strong foundation to make her mark on the DC Universe. All episodes of Supergirl are currently available on Netflix, giving fans a chance to relive the magic new and old brought to the character and anticipate the exciting future that awaits the next Kryptonian.