December 19, 2024: The first Superman Legacy trailer has been released. And we get our first look at Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl!
The wings, the helmet and the mace look awesome. Let's ignore that outfit for now. Hawkgirl is flying in the DCU! I'll add more reviews of the trailer later!
Here's the full trailer.
“These characters all get their moment in the sun,” Gunn said. “They all have their moments. They’re not just cameos; these are the characters. They’re supporting cast, but Mister Terrific is the main character of those characters. He actually has a big part of the plot. And so that was fun. And of course, getting to work with Nathan is always something, and putting him in a stupid look, and then Isabela is great. I’ve been a fan of hers for a long time. But was about balance.”December 20, 2024: Every hero to appear in James Gunn's Superman - teaser trailer, explored
This first look at Hawkgirl also confirms what Merced has previously teased about her look in the film. Merced revealed this summer that she had a “badass” suit and helmet for Hawkgirl, noting that the suit was specific for the story.
“Well, there have been some leaked pictures online,” Merced said. “However, I think James knows what he wants, and this specific suit is for this specific timeline in the story. I don’t know what else I can say, but I gotta say, the helmet was my absolute favorite. It’s so sick. It’s so badass. It’s perfect.”
Hawkgirl: a warrior with wings and a weighty history
Hawkgirl' has a rich and often convoluted background. Her story spans ancient Egypt, alien worlds, and many reincarnations. In animated series like Justice League and Justice League Unlimited, Shayera Hol became a fan favorite with her tough attitude and intricate character development.
In live-action, Hawkgirl has often been a supporting character, such as in Legends of Tomorrow, where her storyline couldn't live up to her comic book legacy.
Gunn's version, played by Isabela Merced, looks set to give Hawkgirl the attention she deserves. The teaser highlights Hawkgirl’s iconic wings while showing her in action. It suggests that she will be portrayed as both graceful and deadly.
Fans speculate her appearance could be tied to Thanagar, her alien homeworld, or even Hawkman, last seen in Black Adam.
Gunn could explore her relationships with other heroes in Superman. She might clash with Superman ideologically or bond over their shared sense of duty. Her character thrives on balancing independence and loyalty. Gunn's choice to feature Hawkgirl shows his commitment to portraying female heroes as complex and powerful as their male counterparts—or even more.
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Isabela Merced is playing Hawkgirl, a hero with a complicated backstory involving reincarnation. She also appeared in the Sony Marvel movie "Madame Web" as another superhero, Anya Corazon, and had a very gross role in "Alien: Romulus."
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Hawkgirl, played by Isabela Merced, is likely the DC character in the trailer. Audiences will likely know her best thanks to her role in the popular Justice League and Justice League Unlimited. Hawkgirl has one of the most complicated origins in DC history, with various retcons establishing her as a former Egyptian princess who was part of a police force from an alien race of hawk people. A common element among her origins is the ability to reincarnate.
Hawkgirl's role in Superman seemingly could be setting her up for a bigger role in the DCU.
Hawkgirl, played by Isabela Merced, is likely the DC character in the trailer. Audiences will likely know her best thanks to her role in the popular Justice League and Justice League Unlimited. Hawkgirl has one of the most complicated origins in DC history, with various retcons establishing her as a former Egyptian princess who was part of a police force from an alien race of hawk people. A common element among her origins is the ability to reincarnate.
Hawkgirl's role in Superman seemingly could be setting her up for a bigger role in the DCU.
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There's not much of a look at Hawkgirl in the trailer, but she can be seen flying through the sky at one point. We know she'll be played by Alien: Romulus actor Isabela Merced in the new movie.
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Rounding out the potential Justice Leaguers in the film is Isabel Merced as Shayera Hol. Sorry for the blurry pic, but you know how fast those Thanagarians are. (Also, if Hawkgirl is here, does that mean Hawkman will arrive at some point soon...?)
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Art by Luis Filipe |
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"I'm geeking out every time I try on the supersuit! It's just the coolest thing in the world to me."
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June 17, 2024: James Gunn Celebrates Hawkgirl's Anniversary And Reveals Which Iteration Isabela Merced Is Playing
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"I was a DC kid growing up," Merced previously said of being cast in Superman. "We had the action figures, and most of them were so old and used that the paint had come off… But I really adored Hawkgirl. I had Hawkgirl and Hawkman as part of my collection."
April 29, 2024: ‘Superman’: Isabela Merced Says Playing Hawkgirl In The DC Universe Is An ‘Honor’
"I would be honored for people to see me on the street and just be like, 'Hawkgirl!'
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October 14, 2023: Superman: Isabela Merced stuns as Hawkgirl in jaw-dropping image
Art by Hasan Kazi |
October 10, 2023: ‘Superman’ Director James Gunn Shares Incredible Design Of Isabela Merced As Hawkgirl
Art by Davi Alvez |
September 30, 2023: Superman Legacy's Hawkgirl Gets A Beautiful Modern Redesign In DCU Fan Art
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Ciara Renee as Hawkgirl |
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Art by Youssef Defenshi |
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Isabela Merced (From Hola!) |
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