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James Gunn’s "Superman" does more than just launch a new era for the DC Universe — it breathes life into a world already teeming with metahumans and kaiju-scale threats. The film also masterfully sets the stage for what's to come, culminating in a post-credits scene that quietly introduces
This cameo isn’t just a fan-service moment — it’s a promise of things to come. It hints at the 2026 release of "Supergirl", a film that could potentially surpass even "Superman" in depth and emotional resonance. Still, her appearance raises questions — particularly aboutwhat she knew, and when she knew it.
Earlier in the film, Clark Kent (David Corenswet) faces public backlash after the truth surfaces: his biological parents sent him to Earth not to protect humanity, but to dominate it — and to take a harem of women as part of Kryptonian tradition. This version of Jor-El (Bradley Cooper) and Lara Lor-Van (Angela Sarafyan) is unflinchingly harsh, painting them as genocidal despots rather than noble sages. WhileThis bold narrative choice pays off creatively, it leaves audiences wondering why Kara Zor-El didn't warn her cousin about their family history.
In an interview with Rolling Stone, director James Gunn addressed this head-on:
“You’re assuming that everybody on Krypton is the same! And how would she know? She’s younger than him, so she wouldn’t know. She wouldn’t know anything about his parents.”
It’s a sharp, characterized by Gunn-esque response — one that reinforces the complexity of Kryptonian politics and familiar dynamics. He also had little patience for those upset by the idea of an evil Jor-El, stating plainly:
“They’re s*** out of luck!”
Classic Gunn. Bold, irreverent, and completely committed to his vision.
Now, here’s where things get interesting. Technically speaking, Supergirl was born before Kal-El. According to the lore established in Tom King and Bilquis Evely’s graphic novel All rights reserved © 2026
