James Gunn Clarifies Supergirl Timeline in DCU

James Gunn, co-chairman and CEO of DC Studios, has clarified the timeline placement of the upcoming Supergirl film within the DC Universe, stating it occurs between the events of Superman, released in 2025, and its sequel, Man of Tomorrow, set for July 9, 2027. The announcement came in response to a fan inquiry on Threads, where Gunn succinctly replied, "In between Superman and Man of Tomorrow," aligning the story's chronology with the films' release order to maintain a cohesive narrative across the franchise.

Supergirl, directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, draws inspiration from the Woman of Tomorrow comic series by Tom King and Bilquis Evely. It stars Milly Alcock as a more jaded Kara Zor-El, who embarks on a vengeance-driven journey alongside mercenary Ruthye Marye Knoll, played by Eve Ridley. The film introduces a darker tone for the character, contrasting with the brighter vibe of Superman. Alcock, who debuted as Supergirl in a cameo during Superman's climactic Fortress of Solitude scene, confirmed she shares at least one scene with David Corenswet's Superman, including her first day on set opposite her onscreen cousin. The movie also features Jason...