New Photo from SUPERGIRL Series, Melissa Benoist Talks About Her Role
Thanks to Variety we have a new photo of Supergirl from the upcoming new series coming to CBS. I’m sure you’ve heard already that the pilot episode had leaked on the internet. As I’ve read through the reactions of people who have watched it, I’ve noticed a lot of people say that it’s better than they thought it would be. So maybe it leaking out wasn't the worst thing that could happen for the series, which got a lot of negative buzz when the trailer was released.
The series stars Melissa Benoist in the title role, and when talking about it she said:
“I never imagined myself getting a role like this. There are moments when I step back and look at the bigger picture and I’m on the set with fire and explosions and I’m in the suit — and I’ll have to do a double-take.”
I can only imagine how cool it would be to land a superhero role like this. I hope it turns out well for her.
The series also stars Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen, Laura Benanti as Alura Zor-El, Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant, Chyler Leigh as Alexandra “Alex” Danvers, Jeremy Jordan as Winslow “Winn” Schott, and David Harewood as Hank Henshaw, plus Dean Cain and Helen Slater in mystery roles.
Supergirl is based on the characters from DC Comics and centers on Kara Zor-El, who comes to Earth after escaping the destruction of Krypton. After many years hiding her abilities, she joins the ranks of her cousin Superman to become the hero she was meant to be.
The series is expected to debut in November.