Supergirl (2026) movie reaction: First-time viewer finds film forgettable despite strong cast

A new reaction video features Sam watching Supergirl (2026) for the first time, having seen only a brief appearance of the character in the recent Superman film. She enters with no knowledge of the plot, trailers, or storyline.

The film follows Kara, a Kryptonian seeking revenge for her family. After crashing on a distant planet, she teams up with unlikely allies to take on a villain while racing against time to save a dying alien dog named Crypto. The story involves elaborate action sequences, sword combat, and explorations of forgiveness versus vengeance.

Viewer's Assessment

Sam's overall verdict: the film is boring and forgettable. She found the pacing slow and struggled to stay engaged with the narrative, despite acknowledging some positive elements.

Highlights and Criticisms

Sam praised the Krypton backstory sequences featuring family dynamics and Superman, finding those moments more compelling than the main plot. She also appreciated Jason Momoa's performance as a supporting character.

The lead actress, known for playing Rhaenyra in House of the Dragon, delivered a solid performance according to Sam, but the character itself felt underdeveloped. Sam was particularly frustrated by the repeated use of the protagonist's sword as a plot device without meaningful impact on the action or story resolution.

Crypto the dog emerged as Sam's favorite element of the film, stealing scenes throughout.

Comparison to Other DC Films

Sam compared Supergirl unfavorably to other DC Universe entries she has watched, preferring Man of Steel and Wonder Woman. She felt those films had stronger narratives and pacing.

The creators noted that while critics have been harsh on the film, they personally feel it is not as bad as some suggest, though they agree it suffers from being forgettable and boring. The villain, while performed by a talented actor, came across as poorly written and one-dimensional.

Despite the mixed reception, Sam plans to continue watching DC releases with the channel, including Lanterns and Man of Tomorrow when available.