Every Supergirl Movie & TV Show In Order
Supergirl is one of the most interesting superheroes in DC comics because the character has been tweaked so many times. Kara Zor-El first appeared in print in 1959 as Superman's cousin, who was raised in Argo City on Krypton. She is sent to Earth by her parents, right before a meteor shower destroys their home. The plan was for Kara to be raised by Kal-El, who goes by Clark Kent.
Once she arrives on Earth, Kara adopts the alias Linda Lee and makes Midvale Orphanage her home. She also promises Clark that she will keep her powers a secret until he needs her help. But that doesn't stop her from testing them out in secret whenever she gets the chance. Over the years, Kara's origin story was altered, with the most popular version stating that she was sent to watch over Clark.
However, her pod gets knocked off course, and by the time she arrives on Earth, he's already grown into Superman. That range shows up in her screen appearances too. This list takes a look at some of the most popular Supergirl adaptations, which can be found on popular streaming platforms like Netflix, HBO Max and Disney+.
Supergirl begins when Kara Zor-El (Helen Slater) leaves Argo City to retrieve a powerful energy source known as the Omegahedron. By the time she gets there, it has already fallen into the hands of an evil witch named Selena (Faye Dunaway). On Earth, she adopts the identity of Linda Lee and begins learning how to control her powers so that she can save the planet from Selena.
This film is a strange mix of fantasy and superhero storytelling that doesn't always make the most sense. It places a lot of focus on magic than anything Superman-adjacent, which gives it a different vibe. The plot also tends to drift all over the place, however, Slater's sincere portrayal of Kara makes up for it. The movie is perfect for viewers who enjoy slightly offbeat superhero films like Superman III (1983).
Despite its title, Superman/Batman: Apocalypse is a Kara Zor-El movie that adapts the comic book storyline "The Supergirl from Krypton." The film begins when Kara (Summer Glau) crash-lands in Gotham City and is taken in by Superman (Tim Daly), while Batman (Kevin Conroy) remains cautious. When she is kidnapped by Darkseid (Andre Braugher), Superman and Batman intervene.
This animated film gives us a version of Kara who's a lot more volatile than fans are used to, since she has almost no control over her powers and is susceptible to brainwashing. The story doesn't smooth over her anger or confusion, which makes it one of the stronger DC animated entries. Superman/Batman: Apocalypse is ideal for fans of darker DC animated films like 2012's Justice League: Doom.
The Supergirl series follows Kara Danvers (Melissa Benoist), who has spent years hiding her powers while working as an assistant at CatCo Worldwide Media in National City. When a sudden emergency forces her to step in to help, she finally reveals herself as Supergirl. Kara eventually begins working with the D.E.O alongside her adoptive sister, Alex Danvers (Chyler Leigh), to keep the city safe.
The series' strongest point is how it really focuses on Kara as a person first and a superhero second, while her cousin only exists in the background. Benoist gives her a slightly awkward, very earnest energy that makes the character very likable. The episodes can feel a little repetitive, but it doesn't take away from the entertainment. Fans of superhero series like The Flash (2014) will love it.
DC Super Hero Girls: Super Hero High follows a teenage Kara Danvers (Anais Fairweather) who attends Super Hero High alongside other young heroes, like Wonder Woman (Grey Griffin) and Batgirl (Mae Whitman), who are all learning to control their respective powers. When a group of teen villains targets the school, Kara and her friends have to work together to protect it.
This animated movie is very clearly aimed at a younger audience, but it has a lot more depth than you'd expect. The school setting gives the characters room to exist before they become proper heroes, which is actually a smart angle for Supergirl in particular, since she is often just a sidekick to Superman. It's perfect for anyone who enjoys animated ensemble shows like Teen Titans Go! (2013).
Legion of Super-Heroes follows Kara Danvers (Meg Donnelly), who is sent (by Superman) to the 31st century to train with the Legion of Super-Heroes. There, she meets Brainiac 5 (Harry Shum Jr.) and other superpowered beings while adjusting to a completely different time period. When a new threat emerges, Kara is forced to confront the danger while dealing with the grief of losing her home.
Unlike most Supergirl-centric stories, this animated film places a lot of focus on Kara's emotional state instead of rushing past it. The sadness of losing her home planet actively shapes how she interacts with the world, which feels true to the character. It's a solid choice for viewers who liked the emotional focus of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018).
Supergirl begins when Kara Zor-El turns 23 and decides to travel across the galaxy to celebrate, along with her dog Krypto. As they move from planet to planet, Kara is pulled into a story that's more morally complicated than her usual Earth-based conflicts. She is also forced to confront her past and make difficult choices about justice and responsibility.
Starring Milly Alcock, Supergirl is based on the 2021–2022 comic book series Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow from Tom King and Bilquis Evely. The movie, which forms part of the DCU's Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, will hit cinemas on June 26, 2026. Speaking to Variety, DC Studios boss Peter Safran said Supergirl will have a large role in upcoming DCU projects.
