So, you saw Supergirl (2026) on the big screen, and you are looking for a great comic read to follow it up? Luckily, there is a plethora of comics one can check out that can pair great with what The Woman of Tomorrow’s latest movie outing is looking to bring.
But if you aren’t already familiar with the vast world of comics, how do you know what to turn to for a fantastic follow-up read? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From direct inspirations for the film to titles that share tone or themes, here are five Comics To Read After Watching Supergirl.
Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Writer: Tom King (Strange Adventures)
Artist: Bilquis Evely
Colorist: Matheus Lopes
Letterer: Clayton Cowles (Eternals)
Synopsis: On a distant planet, Kara Zor-El encounters a young woman named Ruthye. Her new companion seeks revenge against the brigand who murdered her father. Now, Supergirl and Ruthye go on a star-spanning journey that will expose elements of life, society, and the clashes of good and evil as they both search for meaning amongst the stars.
Why you should read it: The most direct inspiration for the movie, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, dives into the depths of human nature and the societies that it builds and tears down. Told largely from Ruthye’s perspective, co-creatives King and Evely deliver a powerful exploration of the pain, hurt, and hope that can exist within people. It transforms Kara into something deeply relatable as she grapples with her inner turmoil and the unending conflicts people inflict on one another.
Supergirl: Being Super
Writer: Mariko Tamaki (I am not Starfire)
Artist: Joëlle Jones (Future State: Wonder Woman)
Colorist: Jeremy Lawson (Poison Ivy: Thorns)
Letterer: Saida Temofonte (Starward)
Synopsis: Kara Danvers may have super strength, but she still suffers from all the same problems as other teens in the small town of Midvale. From social concerns to struggling to find common ground with her difficult parents, Kara’s world wasn’t too different from anyone else’s. Until an earthquake brings elements of her past to light that will force her to confront who she is and who she will become.
Why you should read it: Serving as a modern look at Kara’s early years, Supergirl: Being Super, perfectly blends the super-powered struggles of hero comics with problems of teen life, with a deeply authentic touch. Tamaki’s writing steers clear of crafting either overly positive or outright traumatic origins that superheroes often get, crafting a tale that allows Supergirl to be at her most relatable as she navigates her changing world.
Jenny Sparks
Writer: Tom King (Batman/Catwoman)
Artist: Jeff Spokes (Red Hood)
Letters: Clayton Cowles (Wolverine: Black, White, And Blood)
Synopsis: Staunch hero, Captain Atom, has taken hostages and threatens to destroy the world if he isn’t declared god. Having been tasked with keeping an eye on the Earth’s heroes, it falls to Jenny Sparks to set Captain Atom straight. But what can the Spirit of the 20th Century do to prevent the end of the world?
Why you should read it: If what drew you to watching Supergirl was the harsher elements and grimmer vibe of the trailers, this book may be for you. Jenny’s no BS approach to her world is used by writer Tom King to dissect superheroes and ourselves. The harsh light the protagonist shines on the world never flinches from the faults it finds, both in the comic world and our own. It creates a deep, compelling narrative that both captivates and terrifies, while calling everyone out, whether politician or Man of Steel.
The Life of Captain Marvel
Writer: Margaret Stohl (Spider-Man: Noir)
Artists: Carlos Pacheco (Arrowsmith: Behind Enemy Lines) and Marguerite Sauvage (Nubia: Coronation Special)
Inker: Rafael Fonteriz (Fantastic Four: Anniversary Tribute Issue)
Colorist: Marcio Menyz (Non-Stop Spider-Man)
Letterer: Clayton Cowles (Adventureman)
Synopsis: Carol Danvers, Earth’s Mightiest Hero, has come home. In the wake of her father’s passing, she must confront elements of her past and life that she can’t resolve with her fists. Despite the countless supervillains and alien invasions she has contested, Captain Marvel may find the hardest tests one can face come from family.
Why you should read it: One of the hardest things about writing stories around characters like Supergirl and Captain Marvel is making such powerful characters feel relatable. Just as Supergirl looks to expose the more fragile elements of the Woman of Tomorrow, so does this book bring the self-proclaimed “Boss of Space” back down to earth.
Just as Kara’s struggle with her lack of place in the universe reveals a compelling human character, Carol’s family struggles help make her more relatable than she ever was before. After all, who hasn’t struggled with family at some point?
Low
Writer: Rick Remender (Seven to Eternity)
Artist: Greg Tocchini
Colorist: Dave McCaig (Batman/Spawn)
Letterer: Rus Wooton (Ultramega)
Synopsis: In the distant future, a prematurely expanding sun has driven humanity deep into the ocean, waiting for a sign of a new habitable planet to escape to. But as the centuries have passed, people have given up hope of escaping the species‘ impending death. Now there is only one woman who still believes that we can escape the fate that seems all but certain to consume us. We just have to be willing to care enough to try.
Why you should read it: Despair and hope are tied deeply to Supergirl’s journey. How can she stand and be someone unique, while having lost her home and living in the shadow of a cousin she thought would need her, but doesn’t promise a deep look at both emotions as her story plays out.
These elements are also at the root of Low. As the story plays out, we are taken on an incredible journey, both expertly written and illustrated, as we see the horrors despair can bring, while being reminded of how unwavering the light of hope is, so long as we are unwilling to let it go out.
Whether connected to Supergirl (2026) or sharing some central theme or tone, the five comics above are all fantastic reads that may speak to those exiting the Woman of Tomorrow’s newest theatrical journey.