Supergirl projected open under $65 million, profit doubts

The upcoming DC Studios film "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" is facing significant box office concerns ahead of its June 26 release, with early projections falling well below industry expectations for a major superhero release. The film, starring Milly Alcock as Superman's cousin Kara Zor-El, is currently tracking for a domestic opening weekend between $47 million and $65 million, according to industry estimates.

These projections have sparked concern given the film's reported production budget of approximately $170 million to $200 million, with marketing costs estimated to add at least $75 million more. Analysts suggest the film would need to earn roughly $425 million globally to break even, a target that appears challenging based on current tracking. The film is positioned as a key entry in the revamped DC Universe under the direction of James Gunn.

The financial outlook is compounded by a highly competitive summer schedule. "Supergirl" opens one week after Disney's "Toy Story 5," which is projected for a much stronger opening between $130 million and $160 million. Just five days later, "Minions: Monsters" arrives in theaters, followed two weeks after "Supergirl" by Disney's...