The highly anticipated trailer for the upcoming DCU Supergirl movie has arrived, providing fans with significant glimpses of the film's characters and tone. Director Craig Gillespie has promised a story blending vengeance with action, setting the stage for Kara Zor-El's intense journey.

First Look at Key Characters and Plot Setup

The trailer establishes a compelling narrative hook: Kara Zor-El, played by Millie Alcock, is seeking retribution after her family was killed. Her quest for justice is supported by Eve Ridley, who joins the lost Kryptonian on her mission.

Joining this unlikely duo is Jason Momoa as the heavily drinking and extremely violent antihero, Lobo. The footage provides the best look yet at Momoa's portrayal of the bounty hunter, confirming his comic-accurate appearance.

Lobo Confirmed as DCU's Deadpool-esque Figure

A standout moment in the trailer confirms that Lobo will employ a signature meta technique: breaking the fourth wall. This occurs when Lobo addresses the camera directly after questioning Kara about being the "ditz from that dive bar," to which he responds, "touche."

This confirmation solidifies Lobo's role as a character similar in style to Deadpool, leaning into self-awareness and direct audience address. The trailer also showcases Lobo's notorious weapon, his chained hook, in action.

Momoa's Long-Awaited Role

Jason Momoa's casting as Lobo was long rumored, especially given his previous tenure as Aquaman in the DCEU. Many observers noted that his approach to Aquaman—profane, violent, and over-the-top—shared significant DNA with Lobo.

Lobo, the last Czarnian, was originally conceived in the 1990s as a parody of grimdark loner tropes, much like the early version of Wolverine. Momoa's Aquaman inadvertently mirrored these traits, setting the stage perfectly for his transition to the unhinged bounty hunter.

Escalating the Antihero Archetype

The look and feel of Lobo in the Supergirl trailer suggest an escalation of the most entertaining aspects of Momoa's previous DC work. With Lobo's wild, built-in aesthetic, audiences can expect a more unhinged and entertaining performance from the actor.

Supergirl is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on June 26, 2026.