DC Studios has finally pulled the curtain back on one of its most anticipated castings. James Gunn has officially unveiled Jason Momoa as Lobo in the upcoming film Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, and the reveal has instantly ignited debate across social media.
The first glimpse of Momoa’s transformation into the infamous DC antihero arrived via James Gunn’s Instagram, where the DC Studios co-chief shared a short but striking behind-the-scenes video. While the tease has thrilled long-time fans of the character, it has also divided opinion, with some questioning whether the casting plays it too safe.
Jason Momoa’s First Look As Lobo Goes Viral
The video shows Jason Momoa stepping out of his trailer on the Supergirl set, a cigar casually dangling from his mouth, instantly channeling Lobo’s anarchic swagger. Standing alongside Supergirl star Milly Alcock, who plays Kara Zor-El, Momoa is asked how it feels to finally portray the character.
His response is brief but telling: “Finally.”
The clip then cuts to multiple shots of Momoa fully suited up as Lobo, accompanied by Blondie’s iconic track Call Me—the same song used in the film’s official teaser. The montage leans heavily into the character’s chaotic energy, teasing a version of Lobo that’s loud, irreverent, and unapologetically wild.
For fans familiar with DC Comics, the reveal feels long overdue. Momoa has openly expressed his desire to play Lobo for years, even before his tenure as Aquaman in the previous DC Extended Universe.
Fans Divided Over Lobo Casting Choice
While many viewers welcomed the reveal with excitement, online reactions quickly turned polarising.
Some fans praised Momoa as a natural fit for the intergalactic bounty hunter, citing his physicality and rebellious screen presence. Others, however, were less convinced, arguing that the casting feels predictable within James Gunn’s creative comfort zone.
One user commented,
“Literally looks like Knowhere from Guardians of the Galaxy. Gunn needs to switch up his ideas because I get the criticism now.”
Another wrote,
“He’s perfect for Lobo, but somehow it still feels silly and underwhelming. I wouldn’t be shocked if another DCU reboot happens sooner than expected.”
A third reaction reflected uncertainty about the franchise’s future:
“Momoa is great, but I’m worried James Gunn might not be around long enough to see this through.”
The debate highlights a broader conversation surrounding Gunn’s DC Universe—whether his signature style will redefine DC successfully or blur the line too closely with his Guardians of the Galaxy legacy.
Why Lobo Matters In The New DC Universe
Lobo is one of DC’s most extreme characters—violent, sarcastic, morally unhinged, and often operating outside traditional hero-villain definitions. His inclusion in Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow signals that Gunn’s DCU is willing to embrace edgier, stranger corners of the comic universe early on.
Industry watchers note that introducing Lobo so soon could help differentiate Supergirl from more conventional superhero films, especially if the character is handled with restraint rather than excess.
About Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow stars Milly Alcock, best known for House of the Dragon, as Kara Zor-El. The film marks the second theatrical chapter of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s rebooted DC Universe, following Superman (2025), which stars David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane.
Unlike earlier portrayals, this version of Supergirl is expected to explore a darker, more emotionally complex journey, shaped by trauma, loss, and cosmic isolation—making Lobo’s presence narratively significant rather than merely flashy.
The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on June 26.
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Jason Momoa’s debut as Lobo was always going to be controversial—and that may be exactly the point. Whether the casting proves inspired or indulgent will ultimately depend on execution, tone, and how deeply the film engages with the character beyond surface-level chaos.
For now, one thing is certain: the DC Universe has everyone talking again, and in today’s superhero landscape, that’s no small victory.
