Supergirl is landing with critics in rough shape, and the early Rotten Tomatoes numbers suggest DC’s latest big-screen gamble is facing a much colder response than the studio likely wanted. With Milly Alcock stepping into the title role, the film has drawn a mixed-to-negative critical reaction that places it in uncomfortable company on the Tomatometer, including comparisons to Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel.
As the film heads into release, the main storyline is not just about Kara Zor-El’s arrival, but about whether James Gunn’s DC strategy can withstand another bruising reception from reviewers. The early response matters because it sets the tone for box office expectations, audience interest, and the broader perception of DC’s rebooted slate.
Supergirl Faces a Rough Start in Early RT Reviews
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According to the latest Rotten Tomatoes reporting and early review roundups, Supergirl is currently hovering in rotten territory, with critics giving it a score in the high-50s (57% as of now with 117 reviews on RT). That puts it close to the critical reception that greeted Man of Steel (56% on RT) , which is being used as a benchmark in the current wave of coverage because both films sit near the same low-60s range of critical approval.
The number alone does not tell the full story, but it does signal a disappointing start for a film meant to strengthen the new DC Universe. Early reactions have repeatedly praised Alcock’s performance while taking aim at the script, tonal inconsistency, and the villain’s impact, suggesting the movie may have stronger pieces than overall cohesion. (Via Rotten Tomatoes)
The most consistent praise in the early reaction cycle has gone to Milly Alcock, whose turn as Kara Zor-El is being described as the film’s strongest asset. At the same time, critics have been far less forgiving about the movie’s structure, with several reviews pointing to uneven pacing and a story that does not fully live up to its ambition.
That split matters because Supergirl is not just another standalone comic-book movie; it is a major DCU release that arrives under pressure to prove the franchise can deliver both critical respect and audience momentum.
Supergirl opens in U.S. theaters on June 26, 2026.
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