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Supergirl film streaming release and performance

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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’.

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