"She'd probably go both ways": Milly Alcock shares her take on 'Supergirl' being queer

Milly Alcock appeared at a promotional event for her upcoming film, 'Supergirl'. The actor answered a question regarding whether her version of Kara Zor-El would identify as LGBTQ+. While gesturing dynamically, she noted that while it wasn't the initial focus, she had been receiving many questions about it in honor of Pride Month. Alcock explained that what made the film beautiful was its lack of emphasis on a male lead or a central romantic love story. She concluded her response, suggesting that the character would "probably go both ways". Alcock's comments regarding Kara's identity have garnered significant media attention. In separate interviews ahead of the film's premiere, she further embraced the character’s status among fans as a queer icon, noting that Kara "doesn't live inside the binary of what we think a woman should be" and adding that she felt honored by the connection the LGBTQ+ community has built with the character. Meanwhile, James Gunn's 'Supergirl' is set for theatrical release on June 26, 2026. Directed by Craig Gillespie, the film presents a more jaded, morally complex antihero version of Kara who travels across the galaxy alongside a young girl named Ruthye on a quest for vengeance.