2026’s Supergirl Test Screening Reveals the Movie’s 1 Issue

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I just got a look at some early reports on Supergirl, the upcoming DCU film slated for 2026, and while there’s a lot to be excited about, there’s one major problem holding it back. The first trailer dropped recently, giving us our first glimpse of Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin, and it looks like we’re in for a pretty epic, revenge-fueled space adventure. We also get a good look at the villains she’ll be facing, and honestly, it’s a promising setup… if they can fix that one issue.

The main villains will be played by Matthias Schoenaerts as Krem and Jason Momoa as Lobo. Kara is pursuing them, seeking revenge for the death of a young girl’s father. While the initial trailer didn’t show much of these characters, it still generated a lot of excitement for the movie.

Early reactions to test screenings of the upcoming Supergirl movie suggest the villain is the biggest weakness right now. According to an insider who shared feedback on X (formerly Twitter), viewers didn’t think the film was bad overall, but found the villain to be unconvincing and lacking impact.

A test screening of ‘Supergirl’ took place, and the cut ran about 2 hours and 5 minutes. While reactions weren’t overwhelmingly positive, it wasn’t considered a bad movie overall – some scenes were much stronger than others. Milly Alcock is receiving praise for her performance, and the character Lobo is involved in two fight sequences. However, the villain isn’t particularly impressive.

Since the movie is based on Tom King’s Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow comic, this mention of a villain likely refers to Matthias Schoenaerts’ character, Krem – the main antagonist in that popular comic book series.

When Krem first appeared in the trailer for the Supergirl movie, people immediately noticed he looked quite different from how he’s portrayed in the comics (you can find more details about these changes here). This led to concerns about how the 2026 DC Studios film would handle the character, and it seems those worries might have been valid.

I’ve been following the news about the test screenings, and Daniel Richtman, who really knows the industry, shared that he’s “heard nothing but good things.” It seems like maybe some people just didn’t connect with what they saw, or it could be a real issue – it’s hard to say for sure right now.

Fortunately, with several months still to go before its release, the makers of Supergirl have time to address any concerns viewers might have. Directed by Craig Gillespie, who also directed I, Tonya, the film arrives in theaters on June 26, 2026. It stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin, and follows her journey across planets seeking revenge, accompanied by a young girl named Ruthye.

What’s Wrong With Supergirl’s Villain? 

It’s not surprising that some fans are concerned about the villain in the upcoming Supergirl movie. Matthias Schoenaerts, who plays Krem of the Yellow Hills, received criticism as soon as the first trailer dropped. His on-screen appearance differs noticeably from how the character is depicted in the comics.

In the comics, Krem is portrayed as a muscular, bare-chested warrior with a bow and arrow, appearing more like a romantic hero from a Scottish novel than a typical alien villain. However, the movie version of this iconic character is drastically different, featuring yellow skin, pointed teeth, and a strangely spiky face, making him almost unrecognisable.

Fans quickly criticized the character of Krem, finding him unoriginal. Given this feedback, it’s not surprising that he might not be a highlight of the movie.

There’s still reason to be optimistic about Supergirl. The show can still succeed even without a truly great villain. Many superhero movies have proven that. For example, the first Guardians of the Galaxy film had a villain, Ronan, who wasn’t particularly impressive, but the movie worked because the heroes were so likable.

Honestly, I’m really excited about Milly Alcock as Kara. She’s such a fantastic choice, I think she’s going to completely steal the show, even if the villain isn’t the strongest. She’s got the potential to elevate the whole movie and make up for any other flaws it might have.

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2025-12-18 00:35