DC's Stargirl (2020)
A teenage girl claims a legendary cosmic staff and sparks a bold new era of heroism in this heartfelt DC Comics adaptation.
DC's Stargirl - Series Information
- Original Title: DC's Stargirl
- First Air Year: 2020
- Last Air Year: 2022
- Created by: Geoff Johns
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action, Adventure, Drama
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: 43 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 3
- Number of Episodes: 39
- Status: Canceled
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: May 18, 2020 (United States - TV-14), May 18, 2020 (United Kingdom - 12), May 18, 2020 (Germany - 12), May 18, 2020 (France - 12), May 18, 2020 (Brazil - 12), May 18, 2020 (Mexico - A), May 18, 2020 (Spain - 12), May 18, 2020 (South Korea - 12)
- Networks: The CW, DC Universe
- Alternative Titles: Stargirl: Frenemies (US)
- Production Companies: Mad Ghost Productions, Berlanti Productions, Warner Bros. Television, DC Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
DC's Stargirl - Plot
Courtney Whitmore, a smart, athletic and above all else kind girl, discovers her step-father has a secret: he used to be the sidekick to a superhero. "Borrowing" the long-lost hero's cosmic staff, she becomes the unlikely inspiration for an entirely new generation of superheroes.
DC's Stargirl - Trailer
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DC's Stargirl - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Geoff Johns
Main Cast
- Brec Bassinger
- Yvette Monreal
- Anjelika Washington
- Cameron Gellman
- Trae Romano
- Meg DeLacy
- Amy Smart
- Luke Wilson
- Neil Hopkins
- Joy Osmanski
Writers
- Geoff Johns
- Paula Sevenbergen
- Taylor Streitz
- Robbie Hyne
- James Robinson
Executive Producers
- Geoff Johns
- Sarah Schechter
- Greg Berlanti
- Melissa Carter
- Greg Beeman
DC's Stargirl - FAQs
Why was DC's Stargirl cancelled after Season 3?
DC's Stargirl was cancelled in 2022 following The CW's significant budget cuts and a broader network restructuring. The network shed numerous genre series as part of a strategic shift. Creator Geoff Johns expressed disappointment but confirmed the show ended without a planned finale, leaving some storylines unresolved.
Where can you stream DC's Stargirl online?
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Is DC's Stargirl based on a comic book?
Yes, DC's Stargirl is based on the DC Comics character Stargirl, originally created by Geoff Johns — who also created and showran the TV series. The character first appeared in Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E. #0 in 1999 and was partly inspired by Johns's late sister Courtney.
Who are the main cast members of DC's Stargirl?
The series stars Brec Bassinger as Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl, Luke Wilson as Pat Dugan / S.T.R.I.P.E., Amy Smart as Barbara Whitmore, Yvette Monreal as Wildcat, Anjelika Washington as Dr. Mid-Nite, Cameron Gellman as Hourman, Meg DeLacy as Shiv, and Trae Romano as Mike Dugan.
How many seasons and episodes does DC's Stargirl have?
DC's Stargirl ran for 3 seasons totaling 39 episodes. Season 1 introduced Courtney's origin story, Season 2 (subtitled Summer School) explored darker threats, and Season 3 (Frenemies) brought former villains into an uneasy alliance before the series was cancelled in 2022.
What is DC's Stargirl about?
DC's Stargirl follows Courtney Whitmore, a resourceful teenager who discovers her stepfather was once sidekick to a legendary hero. After claiming a powerful cosmic staff, she assembles a new generation of young superheroes to battle the villains of the Injustice Society threatening their small-town community.
What is the content rating for DC's Stargirl?
DC's Stargirl is rated TV-14, meaning it may contain content unsuitable for children under 14. The series features superhero action, moderate violence, and some thematic intensity, but maintains a tone accessible to older teens and adults who enjoy comic book adaptations.
Who created DC's Stargirl and what inspired it?
DC's Stargirl was created by Geoff Johns, a prolific DC Comics writer who co-created the original comic character in 1999. Johns named the protagonist Courtney partly as a tribute to his sister, who died in the TWA Flight 800 crash in 1996, lending the series a deeply personal emotional foundation.
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