‘Supergirl’ Will Feature a Post-Credits Scene, Director Confirms

Director Craig Gillespie has confirmed that ‘Supergirl’ will indeed include a post-credits scene, but fans eager for even the slightest hint about its content will have to be patient.

In an interview with Collider, Gillespie shared that the film’s runtime is just under 110 minutes, including credits, which is approximately 20 minutes shorter than James Gunn’s ‘Superman’. When asked about the post-credits sequence, his response was succinct: “I can’t tease that, sorry.”

That brief comment from the Collider interview has ignited a wave of speculation among fans, especially given the current timing. Gunn is actively filming ‘Man of Tomorrow’, set to release on July 9, 2027, and while Milly Alcock has not yet been confirmed for the cast, many fans believe there’s a possibility of seeing the two Kryptonian cousins together on screen sooner than anticipated. The prevailing theory is that the post-credits scene will serve as a teaser for that upcoming project.

Gillespie also provided an update on the film’s production status, expressing that he feels “really great” about it. He mentioned they are in the “final stages” of completing visual effects and finalizing the audio mix. This enthusiasm from a director who has dedicated months to refining the project is a promising sign for fans.

The trailers for the film have received a largely positive reception, although some viewers have noted visual similarities to Gunn’s ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ films.

‘Supergirl’ is based on the acclaimed comic series by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, focusing on a version of Kara Zor-El who, unlike her cousin Kal-El, was raised on a surviving fragment of Krypton and witnessed the destruction of her world, resulting in a deeply cynical outlook.

A notable deviation from the source material is the inclusion of Jason Momoa as the alien bounty hunter Lobo, a character not present in King and Evely’s original storyline.

Milly Alcock, who gained recognition in ‘House of the Dragon’, was personally endorsed for the role by Gunn, who believed she embodied the edge, grace, and authenticity necessary for this interpretation of the character.

She stars alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Jason Momoa. This ensemble cast promises a unique entry in the expanding DCU slate.

Whether ‘Supergirl’ will hold the title of the shortest film in the DCU’s Chapter 1 “Gods and Monsters” remains to be seen, especially with ‘Clayface’ set to debut later this year. However, the existence of a post-credits scene, despite its guarded contents, indicates that the filmmakers have larger plans for Kara Zor-El’s role in this universe, making it all the more compelling to stay seated through the credits.

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