'Supergirl' Star Milly Alcock Officially Joins James Gunn's 'Man Of Tomorrow,' Excited For Young Women To Embrace New Solo Film

Key Points:

• Milly Alcock, known for "House of the Dragon," is set to star as Supergirl in the upcoming DC film "Man of Tomorrow," directed by Craig Gillespie, marking a reboot of the Kryptonian heroine since the 1984 solo film.
• DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran confirmed Alcock’s significant role in the "Superman" sequel, with the film exploring Supergirl's internal struggles and a journey of vengeance and justice alongside an unlikely companion.
• "Man of Tomorrow," currently filming in Atlanta, is shaping up to be a major DC Universe installment, featuring additional characters like Green Lantern John Stewart (played by Aaron Pierre) and potentially including Jason Momoa as the villainous alien bounty hunter Lobo.
• Despite rumors, director James Gunn has denied plans to recast Wonder Woman and Batman for this chapter, emphasizing continuity within the DC Universe.
• The film’s storyline ties closely to the broader DC narrative, with Supergirl introduced at the end of "Superman," and Lobo’s inclusion hinting at future crossover opportunities and possible solo projects within the franchise.