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Supergirl Cape Honoring Christopher Reeve's Legacy
12 Jun
Summary
- Milly Alcock's Supergirl cape uses material from Christopher Reeve's suit.
- The new Supergirl movie is set for release on June 26th, 2026.
- This detail pays homage to the franchise's history and Reeve's iconic role.
Milly Alcock, set to portray Supergirl, has revealed a special connection her costume has to the legacy of Christopher Reeve. The cape for her Supergirl suit is made from the identical material that was used for Reeve's iconic Superman costume.
This detail serves as a significant homage to the history of the Superman franchise and Reeve's memorable tenure. Alcock's appearance as Kara Zor-El will be further explored in the upcoming Supergirl film, following a brief cameo in James Gunn's Superman.
The Supergirl movie is scheduled for release on June 26th, 2026. This latest instance of referencing Reeve's Superman follows other nods, such as Henry Cavill trying on Reeve's suit during Man of Steel testing.
