Supergirl opens strong but trails Toy Story 5 at box office as Milly Alcock explains shocking ending

The DC superhero film Supergirl is on track to earn $59 million by the end of its opening weekend, according to Variety, marking a solid debut for the $170 million production.

The DC superhero film Supergirl is on track to earn $59 million by the end of its opening weekend, according to Variety, marking a solid debut for the $170 million production. However, the film remains far behind the performance of her cousin Superman, whose first film soared past $120 million in its initial weekend. Despite the gap, Supergirl has generated significant buzz, particularly for its bold and morally complex ending, which has sparked widespread discussion among fans and critics alike.

What is currently dominating cinemas, however, is Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5. The animated sequel is on track to reach up to $80 million in its second weekend, bringing its domestic total to nearly $300 million. The film’s opening weekend drew in an impressive $160 million, making it the biggest domestic opening of 2026 and cementing its status as the year’s blockbuster phenomenon.

In the ending of Supergirl, actress Milly Alcock, who portrays the superhero Kara Zor-El, made a shocking decision that has left audiences debating its implications. Spoiler alert: In the film’s climax, Kara stops Ruthye from killing the villain Krem of Yellow Hills, who murdered Ruthye’s parents. However, as Kara turns away, she herself puts Krem on the sword, taking the life of the villain in a twist that defies traditional superhero morality.

Alcock explained the reasoning behind the controversial choice, saying, “For me, it was kind of the only choice. She’s protecting Ruthye from becoming even further traumatised in having to deal with all of these massive, conflicting emotions, and she’s trying to teach her how to not do as she does, basically.” The actress elaborated that Kara’s decision was driven by a desire to shield Ruthye from the burden of vengeance while grappling with her own internal pain. “Not to run away from all the pain and know that that pain has to be fixed internally, as opposed to externally through drinking or hurting people or hurting yourself,” Alcock added. “It’s the right thing to do in this twisted way. She’s seen so many people suffer.”

The ending has been praised for its willingness to explore the grey areas of heroism, with Alcock describing the moment as a reflection of Kara’s complex psychology. As Supergirl continues its run in theaters, the film’s bold narrative choices and Alcock’s performance are likely to keep audiences engaged, even as Toy Story 5 continues to dominate the box office landscape.