Why Supergirl Actually Dislikes Superman Officially Confirmed (& It’s Deeper than You Think) [Exclusive]

Following a quick appearance by Supergirl (Kara Zor-El) in last summer’s Superman movie, Superman will return the favor in this summer’s Supergirl film. Though he won’t be a central character, marketing for Supergirl has openly shown Superman’s presence. The movie will explore the relationship between the cousins, which appears complex. They have very different personalities and views on life, with Kara being more hardened and cynical because of her past experiences. Trailers suggest Kara playfully teases Superman for always being so optimistic, but her feelings are more nuanced than simple mockery.

Milly Alcock, who stars in the upcoming film Supergirl (releasing June 26th), recently discussed Kara’s feelings toward Clark in an interview with ComicBook. She explained that Kara feels a mix of admiration and envy for him. Alcock believes Kara is drawn to Clark’s self-assuredness and freedom, something Kara herself struggles with. Kara wants to be fully herself without being held back by internal struggles, and she sees Clark as someone who can navigate the world authentically, which she finds inspiring and a little bit enviable.

Can Kara Become More Like Clark In Supergirl?

Clark had a happy childhood with supportive parents who instilled in him a belief in the good in people. Kara, however, experienced immense trauma, witnessing the destruction of her home and losing most of her family. This explains their different outlooks on life. But Kara might be starting a journey of personal growth in her upcoming movie. The film’s tagline, “Find your place in the universe,” suggests a focus on her character development. Beyond the main story of rescuing Krypto, the movie will also show flashbacks of Kara’s difficult past.

Kara’s journey to save Krypto will be as much about dealing with her sadness and learning to cope as it is about the rescue itself. She might find help from Ruthye Marye Knoll, who, like Kara, has experienced significant loss. They could connect as kindred spirits and support each other’s healing. So far, the show suggests Kara tends to keep to herself, with Krypto being her closest companion. While she interacts with Clark, their different experiences might make a deep connection difficult. Ruthye, having gone through similar hardships, could offer Kara the understanding and bond she needs.

Kara won’t suddenly become exactly like her cousin, but it’s likely she’ll experience some growth by the end of Supergirl. Peter Safran of DC Studios has confirmed Kara will be important in the future of the DCU, with Melissa Benoist returning in Man of Tomorrow. To keep her relevant, Kara needs to evolve. Seeing her find some stability and peace – while still keeping her unique personality – would be a rewarding development and set her up well for future stories in the DCU.

Clark’s character could also develop as he worries about Kara struggling if she continues to leave Earth to escape her problems. However, Kara doesn’t need to stay on Earth to find acceptance and a sense of community. She needs to find inner peace and overcome her personal struggles. Just as Clark came to terms with his Kryptonian past in Superman, Kara will ultimately find her place in the world, and that’s what truly matters to him, no matter where she ends up.

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2026-06-12 00:15