description Supergirl (1984) Overview
Supergirl is a 1984 superhero film spun off from the Christopher Reeve Superman series and directed by Jeannot Szwarc. Helen Slater, in her screen debut, plays Kara Zor-El, Superman's cousin, who leaves the surviving Kryptonian community of Argo City for Earth to recover a lost power source. The cast also features Faye Dunaway as the sorceress Selena and Peter O'Toole as Zaltar. Produced by Alexander and Ilya Salkind, it was among the earliest female-led superhero films but was a commercial failure.
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How good is Supergirl (1984)?
Supergirl (1984) scores 3.25/10 (Poor) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Superhero Film category.
What are the best alternatives to Supergirl (1984)?
See our alternatives page for Supergirl (1984) for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The Punisher (1989), Batman (1989), Superman (1978).
How does Supergirl (1984) compare to The Punisher (1989)?
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Is Supergirl (1984) worth it in 2026?
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