Early Supergirl Reviews Split, Momoa and Alcock Star

Early Supergirl – “Supergirl” hits theaters on June 26, and early social media reactions are mixed—praise is especially strong for Milly Alcock as Kara and Jason Momoa as Lobo, while some critics point to uneven adaptation choices and a bland villain.

The first wave of reactions to “Supergirl” began circulating online just ahead of its theatrical debut, with critics describing a movie that can’t quite decide whether it wants to be a breezy space romp or something darker and heavier.

“Supergirl” opens in theaters on June 26. Directed by Craig Gillespie, it stars Millie Alcock as the titular character, following her cameo in last summer’s “Superman.” The film also features Jason Momoa as Lobo, with David Corenswet reprising his role as Superman.

One early message that seems to be landing across posts: Alcock and Momoa are doing the heavy lifting. Chris Killian of Comicbook.com wrote on X that if you “threw [Guardians of the Galaxy]. True Grit. and Mad Max into a DC blender. ” you’d get “Supergirl” — describing it as “grimy. funny. yet surprisingly somber” space adventure. He specifically praised Alcock “especially when we get into Kara’s tragic backstory. ” and said Momoa as Lobo looks like he’s “having the fraggin’ time of his life.”.

Killian also pointed to the practical effects and framed Corenswet’s Superman as “peak casting.” He wrote that “Every time he’s on screen, you can’t help but smile.”

Not everyone landed there, though. Tessa Smith took to social media to call the film a “mixed bag.” On X. she said that as a comic fan she was “(perhaps) overly excited for the film adaptation. ” adding that “Jason Momoa’s Lobo & Milly Alcock shine. ” but “some adaptation choices and a bland villain keep it from greatness.” Her conclusion: “It’s. simply put. just fine.”.

Erik Davis offered a similar sense of a tone that swings between familiar genre flavors and something more personal. He compared “Supergirl” to the “underdog rock n’ roll attitude of Guardians of the Galaxy” and Mad Max’s “grimy ruthlessness.” Davis wrote that it’s “a film about fighting for those who show up for us. ” and that it “reinforces the idea that home is where the heart is. ” even if that sentiment sounds familiar.

On the performances, Davis said Alcock “brings a sort of aloofness and melancholy to the role that helps create emotional depth,” while “Momoa’s Lobo is used just enough that you’re satisfied but also want to see more.” He echoed Corenswet being “the perfect choice to portray” Superman.

Still, another group of early reactions suggested the story doesn’t always match the talent. John Nguyen of Nerd Reactor wrote on X that “Supergirl” “felt bland. ” and that he left “wishing she had been given stronger material to show what she can really do.” Germain Lussier described the film as “highly enjoyable. ” but said it doesn’t “have the resonance of Superman.” He added that it “acts as both a perfect companion and follow-up to that movie with better characters and more complex relationships. ” and that it’s “incredibly emotional. ” making the action hit harder.

Several critics also framed it as a film built for viewers who want the genre energy without losing emotional weight. Total Film’s Fay Watson wrote on X that “Supergirl” is “the film I wish I’d had as a teenager who loved superhero movies. ” praising Alcock as “perfect. ” with “humour. heart. and incredible drunk acting.” Watson said she “really loved Craig Gillespie’s vision of this world. ” calling it “Mad Max vibes for sure. ” while insisting “#Supergirl is something all of its own.”.

Fico Cangiano summed up his take as steadier approval. calling the movie “a solid follow-up to last summer’s Superman.” He said it’s “More serious and emotionally heavier in tone. ” delivering a “cool intergalactic road trip” that “evokes Guardians of the Galaxy. ” with “a dash of Mad Max: Fury Road and a bit of Thor: The Dark World.”.

The early reactions form a consistent split: while nearly every post circles back to the same two names—Milly Alcock and Jason Momoa—many differ on whether the material around them lands with the same force. Some praise the tragic backstory setup and the film’s practical effects. while others say adaptation choices and villain work prevent it from reaching the heights that lead performances suggest it could.

With “Supergirl” scheduled to open in theaters on June 26, the question now is simple: will the film’s emotional grit and intergalactic road-trip energy outlast the uneven spots—or will viewers leave the theater with a version of the story they wanted more fully realized.

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