{"id":548423,"date":"2026-07-28T20:46:19","date_gmt":"2026-07-28T20:46:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/548423\/"},"modified":"2026-07-28T20:46:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T20:46:19","slug":"supergirl-is-now-streaming-how-to-watch-the-dcu-movie-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/548423\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;Supergirl&#8217; Is Now Streaming\u2014How To Watch The DCU Movie at Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" top-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/1785271579_518_0x0.jpg\" alt=\"Supergirl (2026)\" data-height=\"1000\" data-width=\"653\" fetchpriority=\"high\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0\"\/><\/p>\n<p>Supergirl (2026)<\/p>\n<p>Courtesy of Warner Bros.<\/p>\n<p>After flying into theaters in late June to a disappointing box office performance, <a class=\"color-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/paultassi\/2026\/07\/14\/supergirls-alarming-box-office-must-change-the-direction-of-the-dcu\/\" data-ga-track=\"InternalLink:https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/paultassi\/2026\/07\/14\/supergirls-alarming-box-office-must-change-the-direction-of-the-dcu\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Supergirl\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Supergirl<\/a> is finally making its way to home audiences. The film stars Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, Superman\u2019s cousin, and marks the second feature film in James Gunn and Peter Safran&#8217;s rebooted DC Universe.<\/p>\n<p>Directed by Craig Gillespie from a screenplay by Ana Nogueira and based on DC characters, the superhero adventure follows Kara as she embarks on a dangerous interstellar journey after an enemy threatens someone she loves.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion,&#8221; the synopsis says. &#8220;Together they undertake an epic, interstellar journey, struggling to balance one\u2019s need for vengeance with the pursuit of justice\u2014and to save the life of Kara\u2019s best friend, her dog Krypto. Ultimately, Supergirl will prove that doing good can be tough\u2026 and it doesn\u2019t always have to be nice.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"embed-base color-body color-body-border link-embed embed-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/paultassi\/2026\/07\/14\/supergirls-alarming-box-office-must-change-the-direction-of-the-dcu\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Supergirl\u2019s Alarming Box Office Must Change The Direction Of The DCU\" data-ga-track=\"forbesEmbedly:https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/paultassi\/2026\/07\/14\/supergirls-alarming-box-office-must-change-the-direction-of-the-dcu\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">ForbesSupergirl\u2019s Alarming Box Office Must Change The Direction Of The DCUBy Paul Tassi<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Alcock stars in the title role alongside Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, David Corenswet and Jason Momoa.<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl has grossed more than $124 million worldwide, including $71 million domestically and $53 million internationally. <a href=\"https:\/\/variety.com\/2026\/film\/box-office\/supergirl-box-office-bomb-dc-studios-1236797855\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/variety.com\/2026\/film\/box-office\/supergirl-box-office-bomb-dc-studios-1236797855\/\" aria-label=\"According to\">According to<\/a> Variety, Warner Bros. and DC spent approximately $170 million to produce the film and another $120 million to market it. Based on those figures, the film has fallen significantly short of recouping its reported $290 million production and marketing costs through its theatrical run.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you caught Supergirl in theaters or have been waiting to watch it at home, here&#8217;s everything you need to know about its digital and physical release, bonus features and HBO Max streaming details.<\/p>\n<p>How To Watch Supergirl At Home<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl is currently available to stream on video-on-demand platforms, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GR4VZBXP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GR4VZBXP\" aria-label=\"Prime Video\">Prime Video<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/tv.apple.com\/us\/movie\/supergirl\/umc.cmc.bhqdsegwk4o7onebji0y578y?ctx_at=6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/tv.apple.com\/us\/movie\/supergirl\/umc.cmc.bhqdsegwk4o7onebji0y578y?ctx_at=6\" aria-label=\"Apple TV\">Apple TV<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/athome.fandango.com\/content\/browse\/details\/Supergirl\/4996121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/athome.fandango.com\/content\/browse\/details\/Supergirl\/4996121\" aria-label=\"Fandango At Home\">Fandango At Home<\/a>. You can purchase the latest DCU film for $24.99 or rent the movie for $19.99. For rentals, you have 30 days to start watching the video and 48 hours to finish once started.<\/p>\n<p>When Will Supergirl Be Released On 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray And DVD?<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl will be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on Sept. 8, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>According to Warner Bros., the digital, 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray editions include more than 90 minutes of bonus features, including:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Making of Supergirl<\/p>\n<p>Consider Supergirl a \u201cHero\u2019s Journey\u201d for Milly Alcock. She transformed throughout the process of leading her first feature film. We watch as a fly-on-the-wall during key moments of production.<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, written by Tom King with art by Bilquis Evely, was the jumping off point for DC to adapt Supergirl into a film. We follow the comic authors, screenwriter Ana Nogueira, and filmmakers, as they make the leap from page to screen.<\/p>\n<p>Space is a Bad Neighborhood, Babe<\/p>\n<p>Explore with Production Designer Neil Lamont, as he takes us through the many worlds that Kara Zor-El steps into on her journey to hunt down Krem of the Yellow Hills.<\/p>\n<p>There are so many aliens and unique looks in this film that are literally out of this world! Legacy Effects and Peter Swords King explain the creative process behind this diverse group of creatures.<\/p>\n<p>Production spent a month filming this action set-piece. From stunt training, to crashing tanks, to classic superhero flying moments, this breaks down the making of an incredible action scene.<\/p>\n<p>Jason Momoa has been outspoken over wanting to play Lobo for years, and now his time has come. Go behind the scenes as he transforms into this iconic and chaotic character.<\/p>\n<p>What does Supergirl, as a character, sound like? Director Craig Gillespie and Composer Claudia Sarne answer this question as they discuss the score for the film.<\/p>\n<p>You Are Here: A Supergirl Map of the Galaxy<\/p>\n<p>If you want to know more about all the planets visited in the film, check out this piece, narrated by Ruthye herself, actress Eve Ridley, to learn some more details, and enjoy the alien aesthetic of the film up close!<\/p>\n<p>Krypto is Kara\u2019s badly-behaved BFF and last connection to her home world of Krypton. We delve into their relationship and what makes it so special.<\/p>\n<p>Krypto Saves the Day: Coastal Catastrophe<\/p>\n<p>An animated short that tells the story of a fun day at the beach which goes sideways when some sneaky foes get between Krypto and his hot dog.<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl (2016)<\/p>\n<p>Courtesy of Warner Bros.When Will Supergirl Land On HBO Max?<\/p>\n<p>In addition to its digital release, Supergirl will also stream on HBO Max, Warner Bros.&#8217; streaming service. While the studio doesn&#8217;t follow a set schedule, its theatrical releases typically arrive on the platform about 70 to 120 days after opening in theaters.<\/p>\n<p>Recent Warner Bros. releases offer a good indication of what to expect. Superman premiered in theaters on July 11, 2025, before landing on HBO Max 70 days later. Weapons followed with a 77-day theatrical window, while One Battle After Another arrived on the streamer 84 days after its late September debut. Wuthering Heights began streaming 77 days after opening in theaters.<\/p>\n<p>If Supergirl follows a similar release pattern, it will likely begin streaming on HBO Max sometime between early September and late October 2026. Warner Bros. has not yet announced an official streaming date, so stay tuned for updates.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"embed-base color-body color-body-border link-embed embed-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/laurasirikul\/2026\/06\/29\/why-supergirl-may-be-the-best-superhero-in-the-new-dc-universe\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Why Supergirl May Be The Best Superhero In The New DC Universe\" data-ga-track=\"forbesEmbedly:https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/laurasirikul\/2026\/06\/29\/why-supergirl-may-be-the-best-superhero-in-the-new-dc-universe\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">ForbesWhy Supergirl May Be The Best Superhero In The New DC UniverseBy Laura Sirikul<\/a>What Are the Supergirl Reviews?<\/p>\n<p>Supergirl received mixed reviews from critics, though audiences were more receptive. As of July 28, the film holds a 53% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, while moviegoers have given it a 73% Popcornmeter score.<\/p>\n<p>TheWrap critic Amelia Emberwing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thewrap.com\/creative-content\/movies\/supergirl-review-milly-alcock-dc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.thewrap.com\/creative-content\/movies\/supergirl-review-milly-alcock-dc\/\" aria-label=\"wrote\">wrote<\/a> that &#8220;Ultimately, Supergirl is a competent continuation of the DCU, even if it isn\u2019t as well made as Superman before it,\u201d adding that \u201ca lot of the frustration stems from potential that it just can\u2019t seem to reach.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>San Francisco Chronicle contributor Zaki Hasan praised Alcock&#8217;s performance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfchronicle.com\/entertainment\/movies-tv\/article\/milly-alcock-supergirl-review-22308424.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-ga-track=\"ExternalLink:https:\/\/www.sfchronicle.com\/entertainment\/movies-tv\/article\/milly-alcock-supergirl-review-22308424.php\" aria-label=\"writing\">writing<\/a> that the actress\u2019 \u201cSupergirl has to grow into the hero she\u2019s destined to become, and by the time the credits roll, it\u2019s her performance \u2014 not the increasingly oversized spectacle surrounding it \u2014 that leaves the strongest impression.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Check out the official trailer below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Supergirl (2026) Courtesy of Warner Bros. 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