Reshoots Give Superman & Lobo More Screentime So ‘Supergirl’ Appeals to Boys

As Warner Bros. continues to shape its upcoming DC film lineup, new reports suggest that Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is undergoing reshoots that may include appearances by Superman and Lobo. The film, scheduled for release on July 26, 2026, is directed by Craig Gillespie and based on Tom King’s comic of the same name.

Actress Milly Alcock, introduced as Supergirl in last summer’s Superman, plays a hardened version of the character. Screenwriter Ana Nogueira has said this portrayal will continue in the standalone film. Early descriptions focused on Supergirl’s journey across the galaxy and her moral struggle. However, new information points to a stronger male presence in the story.

While Lobo never appeared in King’s original comic, insiders say he always wanted the intergalactic bounty hunter involved. Jason Momoa’s reported performance as Lobo has impressed studio executives, who are said to be looking to expand his role after positive early reactions.

Industry watcher Daniel Richtman also hinted that David Corenswet could return as Superman for a surprise appearance. Supporting that possibility, the Superman costume previously on display at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour is now labeled as “currently being used by production.” Since no new Superman movie is filming, this detail raises speculation that Corenswet’s character will appear in Supergirl.

Variety reports that the film’s core story follows Supergirl as she travels through space to celebrate her 21st birthday with Krypto the Superdog. She meets a young woman named Ruthye and becomes drawn into a quest for revenge. How Superman and Lobo fit into that story remains unclear, though their inclusion could mark a significant tone shift from the original concept.

Warner Bros. has faced this type of adjustment before. The studio’s spin-off Ballerina underwent major reshoots to include Keanu Reeves as John Wick, hoping to tie it more closely to its parent franchise. Although the movie opened to modest numbers, Reeves’ cameo helped frame the story in a familiar context for audiences.

Some industry observers have compared these moves to what happened with Furiosa in 2024. That film struggled at the box office, with many fans noting that the absence of Mad Max diminished its draw. A similar dynamic could be in play for Supergirl. Without Superman featured prominently in its marketing, casual viewers might assume the project is an attempt to replace him rather than expand the universe.

Alcock is a rising star but not yet a household name, and Superman starring Corenswet reportedly underperformed. Meanwhile, Momoa’s first Aquaman film remains one of DC’s biggest successes. These factors may explain why Warner Bros. is leaning on recognizable faces to build interest.

The future of the DC Universe may hinge on how Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow performs. A strong showing could stabilize the new interconnected lineup. A weak one could deepen doubts about the studio’s direction. With reshoots underway and release plans firmed up, audiences will soon find out which version of this story reaches theaters.

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