JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 20 - "Better Angels"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Television Network:

CBS

Stay connected:

    

Based on the comic book series by:

DC Comics

Genre:

Action/Adventure Drama

Rating:

TV-14, V

Cast:

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

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Episode 20 - "Better Angels"

 Synopsis:

Supergirl is forced to do battle with an unexpected foe and must risk everything - including her life - to prevent Non and Indigo from destroying every person on the planet.

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*My Thoughts*

Wow! What an emotional Season One finale this was! I was definitely tearing up.

Myriad is controlling every citizen in National City...and Superman!?! Wow! Crazy!?! And, I thought we were going to see a Super team up...haha! Anyways, very interesting that J'onn brings in Eliza to break through to Alex...and it works! Well, it is the human brain after all...haha! There are always "triggers" in everyone that their minds will respond to. Speaking of which, Supergirl and Cat's plan to get through to the populace of National City just may work...with Supergirl as the "trigger." And, it works! Fascinating, isn't it!?! The human brain. However, it does not deter Non and Indigo on their desire to destroy Supergirl's world and those that she loves. Well, Non definitely has a deep-rooted hatred for her...that's no secret.

When Myriad fails to control the people, Non and Indigo turns it up to full capacity in order to kill every person in National City....and the world. Knowing this, Supergirl continues to try to save everyone, despite the odds. She is willing to sacrifice her life in order to save everyone...including her own personal happiness. She promised her mother, and she is determined to keep that promise. While Kara contemplates what she must face, she starts to say her "good-byes" to those she loves. Really!?! They really know how to make this very emotional...that could bring viewers to tears! Well, I did, anyways.

Oh my goodness! James remembered the kiss...haha! Where will they go from there?!? It was such a cute moment...haha! I would love to see them explore more into this relationship. And...it looks like they will...we will have to see in the next season!

Like many television drama series, this Season One has left us with cliffhangers and potential subplots! The general gives Max a Kryptonian power source...hmmm. What are they up to!?! Knowing Max...it is never good, but his intentions to protect Earth is good!?! As for General Lane, it is apparent that his trust for the aliens only goes so far...he still has his suspicions, and he will continue to find ways to protect Earth. Alex finally tells Eliza about Jeremiah...and their determination to find him. J'onn J'onzz is back in charge at the DEO. The cool thing is that now he doesn't have to hide his true identity. He can now go out and protect National City, as well as the entire world, in his true form. But, the kicker is the end of the finale! An alien ship lands in National City! And...it's a Kryptonian ship...just like the one Kara arrived in! Whoa! Now, who is in the pod!?! Gah!!! We have to wait til Season Two...C'mon!!!! The wait is definitely going to be killer! Who else survived from the destruction of Krypton! However, one thing I was disappointed with is the Super team up with Superman! Awww...I so want to see these cousins teaming up and actually spending time with each other. The series does, after all, focus al lot on family...right!?! Plus, the symbol of the House of El stands for "stronger together"...right!?! Hopefully, it does happen sometime in this series!

This first season was definitely an awesome start for this series. There was a lot of character development and world building. We got back histories which tied the various subplots together. The cast is amazing. The casting pretty much spot on! Melissa Benoist totally made this character hers... I don't think I will be able to see anyone else as Supergirl, except her...haha!

Now, we must wait til the next season...that's going to be an excruciating wait...hahaha! I am SO totally a fan!

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 19 - "Myriad"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Television Network:

CBS

Stay connected:

    

Based on the comic book series by:

DC Comics

Genre:

Action/Adventure Drama

Rating:

TV-14, V

Cast:

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

Watch the full episode

Episode 19 - "Myriad"

 Synopsis:

Kara must find a way to free her friends when Non (Chris Vance) and Indigo (Laura Vandervoort) use mind control to turn National City's citizens into their own army.

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*My Thoughts*

Looks like Astra's plan is in effect with Non and Indigo's help...since we left off in the last episode. All of National City's  citizens fall into its influence, including Superman. However, two others seem to be immune to Myriad's effects. Hence, a quarantine is placed on the entire city. Hank and Alex are on the run, but makes a stop at her mother's home. Indigo continues to push Non in dominating Earth...and to kill Supergirl. This is Astra's plan to save Earth!?! Whoa! That is just twisted. Free will is literally erased from the minds from all the citizens in National City.

Supergirl visits the Superman's Fortress of Solitude to search for answers on Myriad. However, she only learns of its inception, but no answers of how to stop it. Supergirl, then, finds everyone, including her friends, under the influence of Myriad...in Non's control. But, it seems that Cat Grant and Maxwell Lord are immune to its effects. Hmmm... Of course, Max figures out how to avoid the effects. Plus, he also keeps Cat from also falling under the influence...haha! Go figure...he has a thing for Cat. Supergirl also reaches out to her cousin for help, but he also falls under the influence. Hmmm....thought Kryptonians are supposed to be immune to Myriad's effects. Well, Max has his conclusion on that...Hmmm funny, I was thinking the same thing...hahaha!!

Anyways, it almost seems hopeless, but the whole theme of it all is hope...isn't it!?! Supergirl is all about resolving these situations without violence and loss of life...as much as possible. Max has a plan, but it's one that has a good amount of collateral damage. Max's fear comes to surface...and he builds a bomb!?! Ummm...I don't think that will fly (pun intended) with Supergirl. In a way, Non's opinion about humans has some truth to it. In order to save the people, humans tend to use more violence and chaos to save the great good, but sacrifice the few. But, Supergirl figures out another way to save everyone...with Cat's help, or more inspiration. Cat has change a lot since episode one, but she is still that sassy and sarcastic character that has made her stand out in the series. She has become an important "advisor" or "mother-figure" for Supergirl...I think.

Alex and Hank finds out what's going on in National City, and goes back to help...against Supergirl's request. Indigo injures J'onn J'onzz and takes Alex...Non and Indigo has a plan on how to deal with Supergirl. Now that our favorite Martian is injured, he can no longer protect Alex's mind telepathically; hence, Alex falls under Myriad's influence. Non and Indigo's plan to use Alex against Supergirl has come to be.... What will Supergirl do now!

But, of course, that is where the episode end. Guess we will have to wait for the season finale to find out if Supergirl succeeds in saving everyone in National City...and the world

Until the next exciting episode!

For now, here's a preview of the Season 1 finale of Supergirl!

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 18 - "Worlds Finest"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Television Network:

CBS

Stay connected:

    

Based on the comic book series by:

DC Comics

Genre:

Action/Adventure Drama

Rating:

TV-14, V

Cast:

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

Watch the full episode

Episode 18 - "Worlds Finest"

 Synopsis:

Kara gains a new ally when the lightning-fast superhero The Flash (Grant Gustin) suddenly appears from an alternate universe and helps Kara battle Siobhan, aka Silver Banshee, and Livewire in exchange for her help in finding a way to return him home.

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*My Thoughts*

This was a fun episode! A crossover with The Flash!

Despite all the good Supergirl does, the citizens of National City are still wary to trust in her since she went dark. Not everyone is quick to forgive, but friends...even another superhero, gave her helpful advice. However, there are others that holds grudge(s). Yup, all the bad she did is still a fresh wound for all of National City. Given time and chance...even in extreme circumstances/situations, the citizens will see how much Supergirl will sacrifice herself to help/save them.

Siobhan anger and resentment increases towards Kara/Supergirl...even Cat Grant. The DEO tries to help her, but has no answers for her. Even Winn tries to help her. She doesn't understand what is happening to her, she keeps "hearing" something...until she visits her aunt. Her aunt explains to her their family history. Siobhan soon realizes what she can do, then seeks out someone to help her get her revenge on Kara/Supergirl. Not surprising that Livewire is her choice...since she has deep resentment towards Cat Grant. Anger like that can be very destructive...as we can see with these two, which leads to Cat's kidnapping. 

Kara struggles with her feelings towards James since the effects of the red kryptonite created a dark and uninhibited Kara. I find that Cat and Kara's relationship has evolved. Despite her cold and indifferent behavior, Cat does show how much she cares for Kara via her advice she gives to Kara. Awww...that's so sweet! In a way, albeit subtle, Cat takes on that mother figure for Kara...even to Supergirl.

Anyways...back to the two superheros! The Flash breaks through a dimensional barrier into Supergirl's world. Multiverse...?!? Whoa! What a thought! Well, that's the spin on this episode. As The Flash breaks into their world, he catches Kara as she falls. Supergirl is all too excited with his arrival. She has someone to relate to...superhero-wise! Plus, she's got superhero help to face to supervillains. But, uh oh, someone looks jealous...haha!

Again, this was a learning situation for Kara/Supergirl. While Supergirl deals with a city-wide situation with two supervillains, Non activates Astra's plan for Earth....Myriad! In the end, we get a preview of what Myriad does to the citizens of National City! Of course, all that happens after she confesses her feelings for James! Can we get anymore cliffhanger-ish...haha! Well, we have to wait for the next exciting episode to find out!

Until the next exciting episode!

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 17 - "Manhunter"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Television Network:

CBS

Stay connected:

    

Based on the comic book series by:

DC Comics

Genre:

Action/Adventure Drama

Rating:

TV-14, V

Cast:

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

Watch the full episode

Episode 17 - "Manhunter"

 Synopsis:

J'onn J'onzz reveals the details of meeting Kara and Alex's father, Dr. Jeremiah Danvers (Dean Cain), and assuming Hank Henshaw's identity. Also, Kara debates trusting someone new with her secret identity and Siobhan (Italia Ricci) plots against Kara.

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*My Thoughts*

Now that J'onn J'onzz has been revealed, fear seems to be the main driving force for the investigation into the DEO. That common theme of "being afraid of the unknown" is evident in this episode, now that other aliens have made their presence known. All the while, Supergirl struggles with rebuilding the city's trust in her. On the CatCo-front, Siobhan is apparently a disgruntled ex-employee of Cat Grant. Well...she did brought it on herself.

Lucy Lane returns to aid in the investigation of J'onn J'onzz. Moreover, Lucy comes in with some resentment; hence, her indirect anger towards Supergirl/Kara and the DEO. As the investigation continues, the DEO staff has changed their attitude towards "Hank Henshaw." How easily all the good that has been accomplished is forgotten after true identities are revealed. Fear of the unknown alien overcomes logic. There's a lot of truth Kara said to Lucy, after revealing her true identity to her. This episode touched on a very real issue that happens in society all the time.

But, wow, what secrets that were revealed in this episode were in abundance! J'onn J'onzz reveals himself, Supergirl/Kara reveals her secret to Lucy, and Siobhan...is a banshee!?! Whoa! And the supervillains start coming out! This series is so gaining momentum...and it's exciting! For sure, Siobhan will show up again...but will she return as Siobhan, or as a supervillain?!? She definitely has it in for Kara/Supergirl!

True identities are not the only secrets revealed in this episode. It looks like Jeremiah Danvers may still be alive! Wow! Another subplot added to this exciting series, which will be intertwined with all the other subplots in one way or another.

Looks like this first season will be leaving fans with a possible clinching cliffhanger...haha! Well, that's just my guess...LOL! We will have to watch and see!

Until the next exciting episode!

For now, here's a preview at Episode 18 - "Worlds Finest"

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 15 - "Solitude"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Stay connected

    

Cast

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

Watch the full episode

Episode 15 - "Solitude "

 Synopsis:

Kara travels to Superman's Fortress of Solitude in hopes of learning how to defeat Indigo (Laura Vandervoort), a dangerous being who can transport via the Internet and who has a connection to Kara's past. Also, James's relationship with Lucy reaches a crossroads.

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*My Thoughts*

Another intense episode! At first, the episode starts off with a "flashback" of when Kara's pod was trapped in the Phantom Zone and how it got out. Hmmm...that was curious. Anyways, Kara will come to learn Indigo's connection to her past. Interesting... Not only that, we find out that Non and Indigo had a past as well.... What more will we find out from the prisoners of Fort Rozz?!?

Kara and friends face an alien adversary they have no information on. In order to face off with this cyber enemy, they need information. And...that's just what Supergirl finds at the Fortress of Solitude. While everyone clamors to fend off this cyber threat against their home, everyone is also dealing with their own personal dilemmas.

We learn more about Siobhan. Is there an attraction developing between Siobhan and Winn? Hmmm... There is a lot more to Siobhan than what she's letting on. Alex and Hank's secret is eating away at Alex's conscience, especially since Kara continues to despise Hank. James and Kara's friendship seems to be crossing that line to something more intimate. James and Lucy's relationship has come to an impasse. Lucy comes to a realization about James and Kara. What does that mean...in the end?!? Oh the drama...lol!

Will Supergirl save the city on her own...or will she save the city with all her friends at her side? In the end, the city is saved. Supergirl also realizes that she may be able to many things, but more can be accomplished with help, not alone. Kara also finds out the truth about the death of Astra.

However, there is so much more underlying all the events that happened in this episode. All these episodes is definitely setting up for something big...but "what" is the question. We have a lot to look forward to in the next episode(s).

But, we can't forget the emotional turmoil that secrets and lie can cause. We found that out when Alex came out with the truth. Unconventional as it is...Kara, Alex, Hank, Winn, even James are family. 

Until the next episode!

JASMINE's THOUGHTS on Supergirl Season 1 Episode 14 - "Truth, Justice and the American Way"

About the Show

Supergirl is an action-adventure drama based on the DC Comics character Kara Zor-El, Superman's (Kal-El) cousin who, after 12 years of keeping her powers a secret on Earth, decides to finally embrace her superhuman abilities, and be the hero she was always meant to be.

Twelve-year-old Kara escaped the doomed planet Krypton with her parents' help at the same time as the infant Kal-El. Protected and raised on Earth by her foster family, the Danvers, Kara grew up in the shadow of her foster sister, Alex, and learned to conceal the phenomenal powers she shares with her famous cousin in order to keep her identity a secret. 

Years later at 24, Kara lives in National City assisting media mogul and fierce taskmaster Cat Grant. She works alongside her friend and IT technician Winn Schott and famous photgrapher James Olsen, who Grant just hired away from the Daily Planet to serve as her new art director. However, Kara's days of keeping her talents a secret are over when Hank Henshaw, head of a super-secret ageny where her sister also works, enlists her to help them protect the citizens of National City from sinister threats. Though Kara will need to find a way to manage her newfound empowerment with her very human relationships, her heart soars as she takes to the skies as Supergirl to fight crime.

Stay connected

    

Cast

Melissa Benoist as Kara Danvers/Supergirl

Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant

Chyler Leigh as Alex Danvers

Mehcad Brooks as James Olsen

Jeremy Jordan as Winslow "Winn" Schott

David Harewood as Hank Henshaw

See Full Cast & Crew on IMDB

Watch the full episode

Episode 14 - "Truth, Justice and the American Way"

 Synopsis:

Supergirl does battle with the deadly Master Jailer (Jeff Branson), who is hunting and executing escaped Fort Rozz prisoners. Also, Cat hires a second assistant, Siobhan Smythe (Italia Ricci), who immediately tries to one-up Kara, and Kara and James disagree over the DEO's methods.

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*My Thoughts*

Uh oh...Kara has got some competition on the CatCo-front...haha! Kara is still reeling from the death of her aunt Astra. Keeping the truth from Kara is taking its toll on Alex. Of course, Hank takes the brunt of Kara's anger as he takes the blame for killing Astra. Looks like the city has noticed Maxwell Lord is missing. James and Lucy's relationships looks like it is running into an obstacle...basically, all the secrets and lies are getting in the way of their relationship working.

Kara is currently deeply emotionally since the death of Astra. This is definitely clouding her judgment and her values. With her encounter with the Master Jailer and a little advice from James, Kara comes to several realizations. Kara seems to have lost sight of, or more like blurred the lines, of justice. In the end, Kara knows what is right...and does the right thing.

Like any other person, Kara/Supergirl struggles with the overwhelming responsibility of protecting the city and those she loves. Sometimes, even her emotional demeanor can conflict with doing what's right in the name of justice... It seems that justice is not absolute, even Kara learned that in this episode.

Wow... I am really enjoying how this series tackles real issues, but with some extraordinary abilities. The incorporation of current events into the storyline(s) brings realism to these characters...which I absolutely enjoy watching! The cast of Supergirl are amazing! I love how much their characters have grown and developed as the series continues!

Until the next episode!

For now, here's a sneak peek at the next episode!