The short answer is no — Supergirl does not have a post-credit scene. There is no mid-credits scene and no post-credits scene waiting for you at the end of the film. If you were planning to sit through the entire credits roll hoping for a tease of what’s next in the DC Universe, you can skip it — though you’re welcome to stay for composer Claudia Sarne’s score and the full crew crawl.
What Happens After the Supergirl Credits Roll?
When the credits begin, that’s it. The screen goes dark with no additional footage tagged on at the end. This may come as a surprise to fans who have grown accustomed to Marvel’s tradition of stacking scenes throughout and after the credits — and even DC’s own Superman (2025) featured two credits stings. Supergirl takes a different approach, letting the story stand entirely on its own without an added tease.
What you do get is a meaningful final scene before the credits begin. After her galaxy-spanning adventure, Kara Zor-El returns to Earth with her super-powered dog Krypto, and the two reunite with David Corenswet’s Superman back in their Metropolis apartment. In a quiet, brief exchange between cousins, Kara makes it clear she is ready to settle down on Earth and leave her more reckless ways behind. As a comedic final beat, Krypto immediately gets into some chocolate — a lighthearted callback to the dog’s near-death experience earlier in the film after being poisoned by the film’s villain, Krem of the Yellow Hills.
Why Did Director Craig Gillespie Skip the Post-Credits Scene?
Interestingly, the Superman-Supergirl reunion was originally conceived as a post-credits scene. Director Craig Gillespie confirmed in a conversation with Polygon that there were discussions about placing it after the credits, but the creative team ultimately decided to include it within the film itself. “There was a discussion, but ultimately it was really the scene with Superman,” Gillespie explained. “Where that landed, it felt better to be part of the film.”
The decision makes thematic sense. Supergirl is built as a self-contained story — a coming-of-age space western about a young woman processing grief and survivor’s guilt on her 23rd birthday. The film does not require prior knowledge of Superman, Peacemaker, or Creature Commandos to follow. Strapping on a post-credits tease would have undercut that standalone identity.
Does the Lack of a Post-Credits Scene Mean Supergirl Is Disconnected From the DCU?
Not at all. The final scene with Superman directly foreshadows Kara’s role in the larger DC Universe going forward. Milly Alcock is confirmed to reprise her role as Supergirl in Man of Tomorrow, the upcoming Superman sequel. Executive producer Lars P. Winther confirmed at the Supergirl premiere in Brooklyn that Alcock has a significant part in the follow-up. “Man of Tomorrow, which is what we’re shooting now — she’s in that movie. She’s done her wild ways and now she’s going to try to get back in with her cousin and be more on Earth again,” Winther said.
Beyond Man of Tomorrow, the DC Universe continues to expand with a Green Lantern live-action series titled Lanterns arriving on HBO Max in August, and Clayface, a body-horror film featuring the DCU’s take on Gotham, slated for October. The world Supergirl inhabits is very much growing — the film just chooses not to advertise that fact with a tacked-on credits scene.
What Is Supergirl About?
Released in theaters on June 26, Supergirl is the second film in James Gunn’s rebooted DC Universe, following 2025’s Superman. Directed by Craig Gillespie and written by Ana Nogueira, the film is based on Tom King and Bilquis Evely’s acclaimed comic book miniseries Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.
Milly Alcock stars as Kara Zor-El, Superman’s Kryptonian cousin. Unlike the hopeful, earnest version of the character familiar from the comics, this Kara is still raw with grief over the destruction of Krypton. She spends her 23rd birthday on a planet with a red sun — deliberately depowered so she can actually get drunk. Her self-imposed exile is interrupted when a young warrior named Ruthye (Eve Ridley) enters the bar looking for a champion to help her avenge the death of her father, killed by the ruthless space mercenary Krem of the Yellow Hills (Matthias Schoenaerts). When Krem poisons Krypto, Kara has a very personal reason to join the hunt.
The cast also includes Jason Momoa making his long-awaited DCU debut as Lobo, the intergalactic bounty hunter, alongside David Krumholtz as Zor-El and Emily Beecham as Alura In-Ze.
How Did Critics React to Supergirl?
The film has received a mixed critical reception. Early reactions praised Milly Alcock’s performance almost universally, with many noting she was born for the role. Jason Momoa’s Lobo also drew enthusiastic responses, with critics describing him as a scene-stealing presence. The overall tone — darker and grittier than a typical superhero film — surprised some reviewers in a positive way, with comparisons drawn to Guardians of the Galaxy, True Grit, and Mad Max.
On the downside, Matthias Schoenaerts’s villain Krem drew criticism for being underdeveloped, and some critics felt the film’s action sequences lacked punch. Supergirl currently holds a 56% score on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the lowest-rated project in the new DCU to date, though its audience score and long-term word of mouth remain to be seen as the theatrical run continues.
The film opened with $7.8 million from Thursday night previews and had earned $13 million at the time of early reporting.
When Will Supergirl Come to Streaming?
Warner Bros. has not officially announced a streaming date, but based on the studio’s consistent 77-day theatrical window, Supergirl is expected to arrive on HBO Max in early September. A digital purchase option is likely to become available in late July or early August for those who do not want to wait for the HBO Max premiere.
Key Cast and Crew
- Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl
- Eve Ridley as Ruthye Marye Knoll
- Matthias Schoenaerts as Krem of the Yellow Hills
- Jason Momoa as Lobo
- David Corenswet as Kal-El / Clark Kent / Superman
- David Krumholtz as Zor-El
- Emily Beecham as Alura In-Ze
- Directed by Craig Gillespie
- Written by Ana Nogueira
- Produced by Peter Safran and James Gunn
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Supergirl have a post-credits scene? No. Supergirl does not have a mid-credits scene or a post-credits scene. You can leave once the credits begin.
Does Supergirl have an end-credits scene? No. The film ends before the credits roll with a reunion scene between Kara and Superman. Nothing follows after.
Is there a mid-credits scene in Supergirl? No. Neither a mid-credits nor a post-credits scene appears in the film.
Was a post-credits scene originally planned for Supergirl? Yes. Director Craig Gillespie confirmed the Superman reunion was initially designed as a post-credits scene but was moved into the main film itself.
Will Supergirl appear in future DCU films? Yes. Milly Alcock is confirmed to appear in Man of Tomorrow, the upcoming Superman sequel.
Does Supergirl set up Man of Tomorrow? Indirectly. The film’s ending confirms Kara is ready to settle on Earth with her cousin, setting the emotional groundwork for her role in Man of Tomorrow, but does not tease specific plot details for that film.
When does Supergirl come to HBO Max? Supergirl is expected to hit HBO Max in early September, roughly 77 days after its June 26 theatrical release.
Did you stay until the very end of Supergirl, or did you already know there was no post-credits scene? Drop your thoughts on the film in the comments below — and stay tuned for every DCU update as Man of Tomorrow continues production.