
- Status
- Ended
- Network
- The CW
- Premiered
- 26 Oct 2015
- Ended
- 9 Nov 2021
- Episodes
- 126 in 6 seasons
Overview
See production notesSupergirl is an American superhero drama television series developed by Ali Adler, Greg Berlanti and Andrew Kreisberg that aired on CBS from October 26, 2015, to April 8, 2016, and The CW from October 10, 2016, to November 9, 2021. Based on the DC Comics character created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino, the series follows Kara Zor-El (played by Melissa Benoist), Superman's cousin, and one of the last surviving Kryptonians from the planet Krypton. As Supergirl, Kara uses her powers to protect National City. The series was retroactively incorporated into the Arrowverse beginning with its second season, and became definitively linked with the rest of the franchise in the fifth season. The series was officially picked up on May 6, 2015, after receiving a full series commitment in September 2014. Following a full season order on November 30, 2015, it transitioned to The CW for its second season going forward. Supergirl received positive-to-mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its creative direction and cast performances (especially Benoist's), though its handling of political themes such as empowerment and social justice was criticized by some audiences. It won the Most Exciting New Series at the 5th Critics' Choice Television Awards in 2015. The television series Superman & Lois was developed as a direct spin-off of Supergirl with Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch reprising their Arrowverse roles; however, after COVID-19 restrictions led to a planned first season crossover with Supergirl being cancelled, creative redevelopment led to the series being retconned as being set in its own continuity from its second season onward, with no narrative ties to Supergirl, rendering it a stand-alone spin-off.
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- United States
- Original language
- English
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See all quotesCat Grant: The only reason I bought this building was because it had a private elevator. That way I don't have to get soaked in cheap cologne every morning getting to my office. Find out who used it, have them reprimanded or bathed, I don't care which. Kara Danvers: Uh, there's something about me that for most of my life, I've run from it. But last night, I embraced who I am and I don't want to stop. Winn Schott: Oh, my God, you're a lesbian. Oh, Kara, that's why you're not into me. This is... this is great news! Kara: I'm not gay! I'm... I'm her! The woman who saved the plane! Winn: Okay. Yeah, okay. Right. [Kara walks toward the ledge] Kara, what are you doing? Hey, Kara! Hey, get away from the ledge, you're gonna get hurt. [Kara jumps off] Kara! Hey! [Kara flies back up and lands on the roof] You're... You're her. Kara: Yup. Winn: This one has the "S". For "Super", just like your cousin. Kara: It's not an "S". It's my family coat of arms. The House of El. Kara: [on discovering that
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Hank: I see you share your cousin's appetite for wanton destruction, Miss Danvers. Supergirl: You know, I am starting to answer to Supergirl. Winn: Oh, God. Is that smell you? Kara: Three showers and I still reek of burning oil. I went from superhero to eco-terrorist in a single bound. Kara: I am not doing that interview. No. I can't... I mean I can't. Ms. Grant's not stupid. She'd recognize me in, like, one second. James Olsen: She will look at Supergirl right in the face and she will not see her assistant. Kara: How can you be so sure? James: Because she doesn't see you now. I watched it happen for years with your cousin. Why don't you think that people recognize him as Clark Kent? Kara: Reading glasses and a good slouch? James: No, he's able to hide because the world can't believe he's really a hero in their mist. Kara: Yeah, and I'm sure there's a good reason why my cousin keeps his job at the Daily Planet instead of flying around as Superman all the time, which would be so much ea
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Cat: It's you. Oh, no. I'm sorry. I meant to say who are you? Supergirl: According to you, I'm Supergirl. Cat: Trademark pending. Hank: Have you lost your mind? What were you thinking giving interviews? Kara: I wouldn't say it was an interview exactly. It was more of a private conversation that's being published. Hank: What's next? A book deal? A reality show? "Keeping Up with the Kryptonians"? James: [shows his signal watch] Kara, he gave me this a long time ago. If I ever got in trouble, I could contact him. Kara: But you weren't in trouble. When did you even call him? The second I left? James: Kara, I made a promise to your cousin. If anything ever happened to you... Kara: My cousin doesn't get a "get out of a jam card" when he first started. Neither should I. James: I'm just trying to keep you safe. Kara: And, yes, I appreciate that. But of all the things the "S" stands for, safety is not one of them. Kara: It wasn't supposed to be this way. This is the reason my mother and father
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Kara: I am not in the Friend Zone. Alex: You've spent more time in the Friend Zone than the Phantom Zone. Kara: Ms. Grant just won the Siegel Prize for Woman in Media. Winn: Oh, yes, she already knows. I didn't know she could smile if it wasn't based on cruelty to others. Carter Grant: I met Supergirl. She was amazing. And she was so much prettier in person. Cat: Oh. Well... did you notice any of her other attributes? Carter: Um, she's super strong... Cat: And smart and brave and kind and she saved you all. Tell me, what do you think makes her a hero? Carter: I'd say her legs. Definitely her legs. Her heart, Mom. Maxwell Lord: What can I get you? Or are you not allowed to drink and fly? I don't know the rules. Supergirl: Caught your press conference. I was surprised, you're usually a little more glib. Maxwell: There's nothing to be glib about. A sick little girl lost her father. Supergirl: That little girl is being treated by a doctor who has a lifetime grant from your company. You sai
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Kara risks her life to protect other people, and she is a hero, and yet I do the same, and I'm in trouble? That is perfect.
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Alex: Where are you? Kara: I'm a little busy. Alex: You said you would be here. Kara: And I will be. I'm just dealing with an escaped alien prisoner.
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