Supergirl movie ends massive flop compared to Joker 2 and Morbius

The cinematic journey of Supergirl has officially concluded, ending its worldwide theatrical run with a box office performance that landed it in an unfortunate historical footnote for the DC filmography.

Supergirl finished its global theatrical run at $125.8 million, marking the lowest gross for any DC movie in decades. This figure pales in comparison to previous attempts; it is over $45 million less than the 2022 disappointment Morbius, which amassed $167 million, and $83 million shy of Joker 2.

In fact, this performance represents the lowest box office return for any DC film since Catwoman in 2004, which earned $82 million. When factoring in inflation over two decades, Supergirl’s result truly stands out as a financial low point.

The struggles were not unexpected, as the adaptation faced headwinds from the start. The film opened to $37.1 million in the US and $62 million globally, but the momentum quickly evaporated, experiencing massive dips week after week. Ultimately, Supergirl managed only to scrape in a total that matched last year’s Superman opening weekend earnings.

Financially, the endeavor proved costly. The movie represented a loss for DC Studios, costing around $170 million to produce and market. This financial outcome adds another layer of complexity to an already challenging run.

Furthermore, Supergirl is only the second installment in James Gunn’s ambitious new DC Universe, following the blockbuster success of Superman, which grossed over $618 million worldwide. While Supergirl did not reach those heights, it is important to remember the scale set by its predecessor.

Despite the disappointing theatrical reception, the creative team remains steadfast. DC Studios co-head Peter Safran has publicly expressed confidence in their overall strategy moving forward. The focus now shifts to the ongoing development of the larger cinematic vision for the universe.

The next chapters in the DCU promise further exploration. This year includes both smaller screen projects like Lanterns and upcoming major cinematic installments such as Clayface, signaling that while one movie may have faltered, the story of the DC universe is far from over.