Milly Alcock Talks About Playing DC’s New Supergirl Ahead of Film Release

Actress Milly Alcock discusses taking on the role of Kara Zor‑El in James Gunn’s upcoming DC Universe film Supergirl, slated for release in June 2026 in North America and internationally. The GQ Hype interview notes that Gunn discovered Alcock during her work on House of the Dragon, and producer Peter Safran praised her commanding screen presence. Director Craig Gillespie highlighted her dedication, including daily training and a flawless foreign‑language scene. Alcock opened up about the pressures of sudden fame, frequent autograph‑seeker encounters, an ADHD diagnosis, and her desire for privacy.

In parallel, a curated playlist of 15 punk‑infused tracks has been assembled to match the movie’s tone, featuring songs by Sleigh Bells, Halsey, Bikini Kill, X‑Ray Spex, Wet Leg, Peaches, Wolf Alice, Françoise Hardy, Olivia Rodrigo, The Limiñanas, and Billie Eilish, aiming to capture Kara’s rebellious and resilient spirit.