In a fortunate turn of events, Helen Slater, renowned for her indelible portrayal of Supergirl, extends warm felicitations to Milly Alcock for clinching the coveted role in DC’s latest narrative arc. The actress, who graced the screen as the superhero in the 1984 film Supergirl amidst its box office trials, graciously ushers the 23-year-old into the esteemed pantheon of cape-donning actresses.
This symbolic passing of the torch heralds a new epoch for Supergirl’s saga, melding Slater’s storied legacy with Alcock’s burgeoning prowess. It promises a thrilling journey into the world of Kryptonian valor.
Helen Slater Cheers Milly Alcock For Her Supergirl
In a cool show of support, Helen Slater, known for playing Supergirl, gives a big shout-out to Milly Alcock for snagging the role of the beloved superheroine.
You might recognize Alcock from House of the Dragon, and now she’s set to soar into the DC Universe as Supergirl (aka Kara Zor-El) in the upcoming flick Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, as confirmed by DC Studios CEO James Gunn in a recent Instagram post.
Gunn praised Alcock’s talent, sharing,
“Milly is a fantastically talented young actor, and I’m incredibly excited about her being a part of the DCU.”
He was particularly impressed by her auditions and screen tests for Supergirl. The director added,
“Yes, I first became aware of her in House of the Dragon but I was blown away by her varied auditions and screen tests for #Supergirl.”
Alcock, who kicked off her TV journey in 2014, scored big with her role as Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen in the Game of Thrones prequel, House of the Dragon.
Meanwhile, former Supergirl, the 60-year-old, took to social media to congratulate Alcock, stating,
“Congratulations to the luminous Milly Alcock, the next Supergirl! DC universe awaits you! You will be AMAZING.”
With this blessing, Alcock dives into a thrilling adventure to inject new energy into Supergirl’s timeless legacy, promising to captivate audiences with her talent and dedication.
As we gear up for Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, it’s worth digging into the details of what Gunn has in store for this exciting addition to the DC Universe.
Details Of Supergirl: Woman Of Tomorrow Emerge
Get ready for the scoop on Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow as we peel back the curtain on what’s coming up. While you might think Supergirl’s all sunshine and rainbows, it sounds like this flick could pack a serious punch, unlike the lighter vibes of Batman: The Brave and the Bold and Swamp Thing.
According to Gunn, who spilled the beans on the movie’s development, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow might take us to some pretty intense places in the DC Universe. He teased that this Supergirl has a dark backstory.
As per The Hollywood Reporter, he said,
“Supergirl, raised on a rock, a chip off of Krypton, and who watched everyone around her die and be killed in terrible ways for the first 14 years of her life and then come to Earth.”
Gunn even gave a nod to comic book writer Tom King, hinting that the movie will draw heavily from his Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow comic series. So, get ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions and unexpected twists.
With all this buzz building up, fans are gearing up for what promises to be an epic adventure that’ll have us on the edge of our seats.
