Jason Momoa Cast in New DC Role For ‘Supergirl’

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Jason Momoa is entering a new part of the DC multiverse.

In an Instagram post today, the lead actor from “Justice League” and two “Aquaman” films announced his role as Lobo in DC’s forthcoming movie and television universe, which is being managed by James Gunn, known for directing “Guardians of the Galaxy” (and soon-to-be “Superman”).

In a recent interview, Momoa shared a photo featuring a quote expressing his deep affection for the character Lobo, whom he often refers to as “my all-time favorite.

The character Lobo has always been one I’ve dreamed of playing, as it seems tailor-made for me. If they were to offer me the role, my answer would undoubtedly be a resounding yes. However, I haven’t yet received that call, so I don’t want to spread any misinformation. Should they ever reach out and ask me to audition, you can bet I’d be ready.

Momoa’s caption read simply “They called.”

Confirmed: Momoa’s character Lobo will feature in the upcoming movie titled “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow“. This film is inspired by a contemporary comic book series penned by writer Tom King and artist Bilquis Evely, where Supergirl assists an extraterrestrial girl to seek justice for her father’s murderer. In this new adaptation, Milly Alcock will portray the on-screen Supergirl.

Lobo was originally developed by Roger Slifer and Keith Giffen, making his debut in the comic series “The Omega Men“. Over time, this character has been reimagined in different ways, but generally, he’s depicted as an amoral, humorous space alien who works as a bounty hunter and mercenary. He’s known for smoking cigars, traveling through the cosmos on a rocket-powered motorcycle, and preferring a large hook at the end of a chain as his primary weapon.

In many instances, I’d be hard-pressed not to notice a striking resemblance that harks back to Jason Momoa – undeniably stronger, it seems, than the depiction of Aquaman in his traditional comics portrayals.

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is scheduled to open in theaters on June 26, 2026.

The Worst Movies of 2024

12. Argylle

As a fan like Matthew Vaughn who cherishes the charm of ’60s and ’70s spy flicks, even those with a touch of kitsch and cheese, I appreciate that not every thriller needs to be overly serious. So, when something as unique and spirited as Argylle comes along that revels in extravagant action sequences, I’m all for it.

However, what I adore about those classic movies – the breathtaking landscapes, the awe-inspiring practical stunts, genuine romantic tension – seems to be missing in Argylle. Instead, we encounter a gifted ensemble cast navigating an intricate, seemingly endless plot that pales in comparison to its superior counterparts, not to mention an excessive use of green screen and a plethora of unattractive visual effects. To top it off: the most mind-boggling post-credits scene I’ve ever witnessed in my movie-watching life.

11. The Crow

It might seem logical to assume that remakes given extensive time in development would yield superior results. The revival of the ’90s goth emblem, The Crow, was initially announced as far back as 2008. With fifteen years under its belt, one might expect a flawless new movie adaptation, but alas!

Despite the operatic overload and the intense action in the climactic part of 2024’s The Crow, the lead-up was a laborious affair. Bill Skarsgard, who made waves this year as the fresh Nosferatu, was equally forgettable in his portrayal of the new Crow, resurrected from death to avenge his slain love while brooding shirtlessly.

My personal take is that this version of The Crow falls short of the original masterpiece, but it’s not so drastically inferior either. There’s a certain perverse charm in compressing so much opera into a reboot of the ultimate Hot Topic franchise, and the final action sequence was indeed intense, but everything else felt like a slow trudge.

10. Lift

At this point, people like to make easy jokes about how bad Netflix movies feel like they were extruded from some data port by a malfunctioning AI, but Kevin Hart’s downmarket Ocean’s 11 knockoff Lift really seemed like it was assembled from a checklist of things all Netflix blockbusters must possess, including…
  • A generic title of no more than three words.
  • Bland digital photography without style or panache.
  • Big-name stars who are not too big to take a low-effort, high-salary paycheck.
  • A plot that involves a bunch of international locations in countries where Netflix sells subscriptions.
  • At least one sequence where they clearly never went to said international location and shot the entire thing on an obvious green screen instead.

9. IF

In today’s movie landscape, it’s uncommon to find films like John Krasinski’s “IF”, as Hollywood tends to prioritize extending and safeguarding intellectual property over creating art. Many blockbusters are fine-tuned through focus groups and testing until they lose their unique charm. They are designed to attract the largest number of viewers, often lacking emotional depth or originality.

In contrast, “IF” is a film that doesn’t seem to have an obvious target audience. Its story about a girl who loses her mother and discovers she can communicate with imaginary friends of other children might be too slow and melancholic for kids, and too sentimental and whimsical for adults. Despite its call for audiences to lighten up, the movie doesn’t deliver on that promise itself. (Even the “IF” IHOP menu wasn’t particularly enjoyable.)

8. Trigger Warning

In the film “Trigger Warning” (wink wink), Jessica Alba takes on the role of a skilled CIA agent who reunites with her small-town roots, uncovering a sinister plot centered around a lucrative mine and a corrupt politician. With Redbox out of business, it seems that lesser-quality action thrillers like this one have found their new home – the “Because You Liked ‘Rebel Ridge'” section on Netflix. (Please note: Even if you enjoyed ‘Rebel Ridge’, I wouldn’t recommend watching this.)

7. Kraven the Hunter

Have you ever pondered about the source of Kraven’s leather jacket? If so, there’s a movie for you! However, if your interest lies more in Kraven’s attire rather than the plot, you might not find much satisfaction in ‘Kraven’, an overlong and meandering Spider-Man spinoff (without Spider-Man) that centers around a human hunter, portrayed by Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The film primarily highlights his chiseled physique as his defining traits. He engages in fights with his father, a flamboyant and heavily accented Russell Crowe, and the Rhino, who in this version is a Russian gangster carrying around a backpack of medicine to prevent him from transforming into a large, gray-skinned monster. It’s said that ‘Kraven’ was the last straw for Sony’s Spider-Man spinoff universe, which led to its downfall. For that, I will always be thankful to it. But let me make it clear, it still wasn’t good.

6. Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver

Initially, Zack Snyder’s remake of Star Wars, released towards the end of 2023, offered an enjoyable experience with its team-building storyline set across various strange sci-fi planets populated by unique aliens and devices. However, the second half, titled Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, was essentially a prolonged battle scene, exacerbated by Snyder’s excessive slow-motion cinematography, making it dull and repetitive. It was almost hypnotically boring; I had to rewatch parts of it three times because the graphic violence kept lulling me to sleep. Nonetheless, the Scargiver inflicts some serious damage on those scars. I assume that the director’s cut, Rebel Moon – Chapter Two: Curse of Forgiveness, is superior. (Admittedly, I haven’t yet attempted to watch this version.)

5. Night Swim

As a film enthusiast, I firmly believe that a great story can be brought to life in any genre, as long as it’s executed well. However, the concept is truly tested in the horror flick, “Night Swim.” This movie revolves around an apparently idyllic family whose tranquil lives are shattered by their malevolent swimming pool.

Now, the execution leaves something to be desired – at times it seems like Wyatt Russell and Kerry Condon are performing underwater movements in front of a green screen rather than splashing around in a suburban backyard. But, a haunted swimming pool? When you’ve nearly drowned before moving in, sliced your hand while cleaning it, lost your cat mysteriously near the pool, and ghastly arms start emerging from the filters at you, wouldn’t you just… stop swimming at some point? I mean, “Night Swim” doesn’t really scare me – I live in New York City during August with two kids without a pool. Now THAT’S scary! They didn’t even have the courtesy to name this movie “Pooltergeist”! Honestly, what are we doing here?

4. Red One

In simpler terms, the text seems to express confusion about the movie “Red One,” specifically questioning its target audience, the inclusion of profanity, scary monsters, and explicit content in a Christmas-themed film, and the quality of modern blockbusters in general. The author also wonders if there’s a reason for these choices, such as Dwayne Johnson’s character having Ant-Man powers or the high production costs leading to poor visual quality.

3. Borderlands

In a future biography about Cate Blanchett’s illustrious career, the transition from portraying the financially-strapped Lydia Tár in the film score for ‘Monster Hunter’ to appearing in the rather uninspiring video game adaptation will provide an intriguing contrast. Despite the subpar quality of the ‘Borderlands’ movie adaptation (to put it mildly), I must admit that after a series of respectable video game-based films and shows, it was somewhat refreshing to witness such a consistently poor production. It seems nature is gradually improving in terms of video game adaptations.

2. Madame Web

In a similar vein to many Marvel films prior to the Marvel Studios era, “Madame Web” appears somewhat awkward in its comic book origins. This sentiment seems to extend to Dakota Johnson, who portrays the titular character, although one may question if she truly qualifies as the title character given she’s never referred to by that name on screen. Instead, she is known as Cassie Webb. With only a fleeting moment of exception, she doesn’t don a superhero costume in the film either. It seems everyone involved is somewhat uncomfortable with their roles. Given the circumstances, this reaction is not entirely unjustified. On the other hand, the movie feels absurd, peculiar, and at times hard to follow, making “The Amazing Spider-Man” feel like a masterpiece in comparison. Imagine watching it alongside Kevin Feige; that would certainly be entertaining!

1. Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate

This animated sequel, produced by a major studio, has one of the most budget-restricted appearances I have ever seen. The quality of an Asylum mockbuster for Megamind wouldn’t be any cheaper than this. Scene after scene unfolds on the desolate streets of “Metro City,” which looks dull, barren, and completely deserted. Apart from a brief dance party scene, there are no pedestrians or bystanders anywhere to be found. It seems like Megamind and the Doom Syndicate are battling it out over control of a ghost town. Watching this movie is like stepping into a less foggy version of the old Superman Nintendo 64 game. After fourteen long years, this is what they delivered as a follow-up to Megamind? What on earth went wrong here?

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2025-01-14 04:11