The new villain of the Supergirl movie has a face, and it’s a total success as it resembles the comic version
The superhero universe continues to grow, and this time the anticipated film Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow (2026) just added an element that promises to take the excitement to another level. While we’re used to seeing Superman and his team face off against iconic villains, it’s now Kara Zor-El‘s turn, and we already know who will be the one to challenge our heroine. The talented Belgian actor Matthias Schoenaerts has been cast as the movie’s villain, and it looks like he will be a worthy opponent for Superman’s cousin.
If you’re wondering who Matthias Schoenaerts is, let us tell you that this Belgian actor is a true chameleon on screen. He has shown his versatility in films like Rust and Bone with Marion Cotillard, Red Sparrow with Jennifer Lawrence, and most recently, in the acclaimed HBO series The Regime. Now, Schoenaerts will take the leap into one of the biggest universes in cinema: DC’s, and he will do so by playing a most intriguing villain.
What do we know about this new installment?
In this Supergirl movie, directed by Craig Gillespie (Cruella, I, Tonya), Schoenaerts’ character will be Krem of the Yellow Hills and he will put Kara Zor-El, played by the rising star Milly Alcock, known for her participation in House of the Dragon from HBO Max, to the test. The plot, based on the acclaimed comic by Tom King and Bilquis Evely, will take our heroine on a sci-fi epic journey, deviating from the usual superhero approach we’re acquainted with.
Who is Krem of the Yellow Hills?
Matthias Schoenaerts will not be just any villain – he will portray Krem of the Yellow Hills! This name might not ring a bell if you’re not a regular comic reader, but rest assured, this character will create a buzz.
Krem of the Yellow Hills is a merciless character responsible for the tragic death of a young alien’s father, who seeks revenge and asks Supergirl for help. This villain not only devastates a family but also harms one of the audience’s favorite characters: Krypto, the superdog! This will be the turning point that leads Kara Zor-El into a confrontation with Krem, turning the story into a kind of cosmic western, where justice and revenge are at stake.
As a cunning villain, with Schoenaerts playing him, we can anticipate a character that combines hardness, complexity, and a touch of tragedy, making him unforgettable.
Milly Alcock as the new Supergirl.
But the villain is not the only big draw of this film. Milly Alcock, known for her role in the successful series House of the Dragon, will be the protagonist in the Supergirl movie.
This take will diverge substantially from the more “innocent” interpretation we saw on the CW series. This time, we will encounter a heroine who must face not only fearsome villains but also her own moral dilemmas in an epic adventure that promises to be more than just another superhero movie.
A new direction for the DC universe.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow will be the second movie in the new era of DC Studios, right after the long-awaited Superman directed by James Gunn. This implies that not only will the Supergirl film be filled with action and drama, but it will also be a key piece in the larger puzzle that Gunn and his team are assembling for DC’s cinematic universe future.
The Supergirl movie is set to begin shooting in January 2024 in the UK, with a confirmed release date of June 26, 2026. So, while the wait will be long, it looks like it will be worth every minute.