Supergirl cape made from Reeves 1978 Superman fabric

A new film in the DC Universe has forged a direct physical link to its cinematic past. Actress Milly Alcock has revealed that the cape she wears as Supergirl in the upcoming movie "Supergirl" was crafted from the same fabric used for Christopher Reeve's iconic Superman costume in 1978.

Alcock shared the detail during an interview on the Raiders of the Lost Podcast, explaining that approximately 16 meters of the original material was found and incorporated into her cape. "My cape in this film was remade using material from the original Superman cape," she said. The revelation underscores the enduring legacy of Reeve, who portrayed Superman in four films between 1978 and 1987 and remains a foundational figure for superhero adaptations.

The film, directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, is based on Tom King's "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" comic series. It stars Alcock as Kara Zor-El, who embarks on a galactic journey with her dog, Krypto, to celebrate her 23rd birthday. During her travels, she encounters a young alien girl, Ruthye Mary Knolle, whose father was murdered by the villain Krem of the Yellow Hills. Supergirl decides to help Knolle track down Krem,...