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Supergirl film streaming release and performance

Overview

The DC Studios film ‘Supergirl’, directed by Craig Gillespie, debuted on the HBO Max streaming platform on September 10, 2026, following its theatrical release in late June. Following its streaming launch, the film experienced a significant surge in popularity, reaching the number one spot on HBO Max global streaming charts and leading in more than 54 countries. By September 18, reports indicated that ‘Supergirl’ had become the “most-watched movie globally” on the platform. This streaming success stands in sharp contrast to its theatrical performance, where the film grossed approximately $126.4 million worldwide against an estimated production budget of $170 million to $185 million, failing to recoup an estimated $120 million marketing spend.

By September 21, DC Studios achieved a milestone as ‘Supergirl’ and the television series ‘Lanterns’ simultaneously occupied the top positions on HBO Max’s major charts. However, new Nielsen streaming data has provided a more nuanced view of the film’s performance. While the movie reached the top of HBO Max’s internal charts, Nielsen reports suggest its viewership in the United States is lower than previous DC Studios releases. During its first four days on the service (September 7 through September 13), the Milly Alcock-led film generated 304 million minutes of viewing, placing it fifth on Nielsen’s streaming movie chart. This performance, estimated at approximately 2.8 million complete views, falls below the streaming debuts of ‘Superman’ or ‘Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,’ and trails other recent DC titles such as ‘The Flash,’ ‘Blue Beetle,’ ‘Black Adam,’ and ‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods.’

By September 28, the film’s position on the HBO Max U.S. Top 10 chart shifted to number two, trailing the horror film ‘Backrooms’.

Entities

HBO Max · Milly Alcock · DC Studios · James Gunn · Craig Gillespie

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Supergirl reaches number two on HBO Max streaming charts

    Supergirl has reached number two on the HBO Max U.S. Top 10 chart, following the successful horror film Backrooms, despite Supergirl's lower theatrical box office performance.

  2. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Supergirl streaming viewership trails previous DC Studios releases

    Despite ranking number one on HBO Max's internal charts, ‘Supergirl’ recorded lower streaming viewership than previous DC films like ‘The Flash’ and ‘Blue Beetle,’ according to Nielsen data.

  3. [CULTURE] 5 sources
    DC Studios sees streaming success and creative debate

    DC Studios sees major streaming success as 'Supergirl' and 'Lanterns' top HBO Max charts, while James Gunn defends creative choices in 'Lanterns' amid fan debate over character arcs.

  4. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    HBO Max sees strong 2026 engagement through diverse content and streaming hits

    HBO Max reports strong 2026 engagement driven by fantasy and superhero content, with the film ‘Supergirl’ becoming the platform's most-watched movie despite a weak theatrical release.

  5. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Supergirl reaches number one on HBO Max global streaming charts

    DC Studios’ ‘Supergirl’ has become the number one movie on HBO Max globally, leading charts in over 54 countries following its streaming debut.

  6. [CULTURE] 5 sources
    Supergirl reaches number one on HBO Max in 23 countries

    After a disappointing theatrical run, DC Studios’ ‘Supergirl’ has become the number one film on HBO Max in 23 countries and the top film in the US.

  7. [CULTURE] 9 sources
    Supergirl film to debut on HBO Max streaming platform

    The DC Universe film ‘Supergirl’, starring Milly Alcock, will premiere on HBO Max on September 10, following its theatrical run.

  8. [CULTURE] 6 sources
    Supergirl to debut on HBO Max on September 10

    The film ‘Supergirl’ will debut exclusively on HBO Max on September 10, marking the first entry into the new DC Cinematic Universe.

  9. [BUSINESS] 14 sources
    Supergirl to debut on HBO Max following box office underperformance

    DC Studios’ ‘Supergirl’ will debut on HBO Max on September 10, 2026, following a disappointing theatrical run that grossed $126 million against a high production budget.

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