What’s Next for Milly Alcock After 'Supergirl'? Every Confirmed Project Starring the DCU Actress

Published 08/06/2026, 1:49 AM EDT

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Milly Alcock may have only just made her big-screen DC debut, but the Australian star is already proving that Supergirl was only the beginning. Following her breakout performance as Kara Zor-El, the actress has quickly become one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising talents, landing everything from blockbuster superhero spectacles to ambitious indie dramas and even a mysterious horror collaboration with one of Japan’s most celebrated filmmakers. If Supergirl left you wanting more of Alcock, there’s plenty waiting just around the corner.

From returning to James Gunn’s expanding DC Universe to stepping into bold new genres, here’s every major Milly Alcock project currently on the horizon.

Man of Tomorrow (2027)

The first stop on Milly Alcock’s growing slate is also her biggest. Scheduled to arrive in theaters on July 9, 2027, Man of Tomorrow reunites her with the rebooted DC Universe following Supergirl. Written and directed by James Gunn, the film sees David Corenswet return as Superman alongside Rachel Brosnahan’s Lois Lane and Nicholas Hoult’s Lex Luthor. This time, however, Superman’s greatest enemy becomes an unlikely ally as the pair are forced to join forces against the galaxy-threatening arrival of Brainiac.

Milly Alcock as SUPERGIRL and KRYPTO in DC Studios’ and Warner Bros. Pictures’ “SUPERGIRL”, a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Although plot details surrounding Supergirl remain tightly guarded, Alcock is confirmed to reprise Kara Zor-El alongside an ensemble that also includes Nathan Fillion, Skyler Gisondo, and Lars Eidinger as Brainiac. With production already underway across Atlanta, Cincinnati, and the United Kingdom, the sequel is expected to further cement Supergirl’s place within James Gunn’s long-term DC plans after her standalone debut introduced audiences to a far more battle-hardened version of the iconic Kryptonian.

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If saving the world wasn’t enough, Alcock’s next stop swaps capes for comedy, joining an ensemble packed with some of Hollywood’s funniest names.

Thumb

While James Gunn’s DC Universe promises another action-packed outing, Thumb takes Milly Alcock in a completely different direction. Although the project remains largely under wraps, the upcoming feature has already generated buzz thanks to its star-studded ensemble. Alcock is set to appear alongside Awkwafina, Sofía Vergara, Kate McKinnon, Stavros Halkias, Michael Zegen, and Hannibal Buress, instantly making it one of the most intriguing ensemble films currently in development.

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Official plot details have yet to be revealed, but the cast alone hints at a sharp, female-led comedy with satirical undertones. For Alcock, Thumb also represents another important career milestone, allowing her to step away from franchise filmmaking and showcase a lighter side of her acting range. Until more details are announced, the mystery surrounding the project has only added to the anticipation.

Beyond blockbuster franchises and ensemble comedies, Alcock is also carving out space for smaller, creator-driven stories.

Hot Mother

Among the more mysterious titles on Milly Alcock’s upcoming slate is Hot Mother, an independent feature written and directed by filmmaker Lucy Knox. While the project remains in the early stages of development, it has already attracted attention as another opportunity for Alcock to step outside mainstream franchises and collaborate with emerging creative voices. Unlike her larger studio productions, this film is expected to take a more intimate, character-driven approach.

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Official details surrounding Hot Mother remain tightly under wraps, with no release date, cast, or plot synopsis announced so far. Even so, the project highlights Alcock’s willingness to balance high-profile blockbusters with smaller passion projects, a strategy that has become increasingly common among rising Hollywood stars looking to diversify their filmography beyond major franchises.

And just when it seems Alcock’s upcoming slate couldn’t get any more unpredictable, she is also set to enter the world of Takashi Miike.

Untitled Takashi Miike horror film

Perhaps the most unexpected project on Milly Alcock’s schedule is her collaboration with legendary Japanese filmmaker Takashi Miike. Expected to arrive in 2027, the untitled supernatural horror film also stars and is produced by Charli XCX, with Norman Reedus, Sho Kasamatsu, and Kiko Mizuhara rounding out the ensemble. Known for pushing the boundaries of horror cinema, Miike’s involvement alone has already turned the project into one of the year’s most anticipated genre releases.

Milly Alcock as SUPERGIRL and KRYPTO in DC Studios’ and Warner Bros. Pictures’ “SUPERGIRL”, a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

Set against the backdrop of Kyoto, the story follows three lifelong friends whose reunion spirals into terror after one of them becomes possessed by a vengeful spirit. Written by Ross Evans and Yumiko Aoyagi, the film blends psychological horror with supernatural elements, while principal photography is already underway in Japan. 

Whether she is soaring back into the DC Universe, stepping into ensemble comedies, exploring intimate indie stories, or venturing into supernatural horror, Milly Alcock’s future looks anything but predictable.

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Which of Milly Alcock’s upcoming projects are you most excited to watch? Let us know in the comments.

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Lisa Roy is an Entertainment Writer at NetflixJunkie, bringing Hollywood’s biggest moments to life through crisp news and fan-focused feature stories. With a Master’s in English Literature and over four years of experience across national and international domains , she is known for an eye for stories that fans instantly connect with. While she enjoys covering real-world gossip, she is deeply drawn to fictional universes of wizardry and witches.

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