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‘Supergirl’ Flies Onto Digital With Epic New Behind the Scenes Look [Exclusive]
Warner Bros.' new DC film "Supergirl" is set to arrive on digital platforms on 28 July, following its cinema release this summer, with physical 4K, Blu-ray and DVD editions to follow on 8 September. The release marks the second theatrical instalment in James Gunn's rebooted DC Universe, and Collider has shared an exclusive clip from the extensive behind-the-scenes bonus content accompanying the home release.
The digital and physical editions will include more than 90 minutes of bonus features, among them featurettes covering star Milly Alcock's experience making the film, the adaptation of Tom King and Bilquis Evely's source graphic novel, practical creature effects, a major action sequence, Jason Momoa's portrayal of Lobo, the film's score, its alien worlds, and the dog Krypto, alongside an animated Krypto short and deleted scenes. The exclusive clip focuses on production designer Neil Lamont's work creating the alien planet Holzherr, filmed in Scotland, home to settlers styled after Western ranches and Australian outback roadhouses.
In short
- "Supergirl" releases digitally on 28 July, physical media on 8 September
- Home release includes over 90 minutes of bonus featurettes
- Collider shares exclusive clip on the film's alien planet design
Explained simply
"Supergirl" is a superhero film about Kara Zor-El, an alien with extraordinary powers who is Superman's cousin. The film is the second major theatrical release in James Gunn's newly rebooted DC Universe, representing Warner Bros.' attempt to revitalise its superhero film franchise following years of mixed critical reception.
James Gunn, a filmmaker who previously directed Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy" films, is overseeing this reimagined DC Universe. Rather than continuing the narratives of earlier DC films, this reboot presents the franchise's heroes in new versions with their own separate stories.
The film stars Australian actress Milly Alcock in the title role and is adapted from a graphic novel by writer Tom King and artist Bilquis Evely. This approach means audiences can encounter the character without needing familiarity with previous Superman, Batman or other DC superhero films.