Jason Momoa has never been shy about his love for larger-than-life characters, but his latest demand on the set of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow takes method acting to a whole new level. The Aquaman star has asked everyone—cast, crew, probably even craft services—to address him as Lobo, the foul-mouthed, cigar-chomping, intergalactic bounty hunter he's playing in the upcoming DC film. And honestly? It makes perfect sense.
Why Lobo Might Be Momoa's Best Role Yet
Momoa's casting as Lobo feels like destiny. The character—a brutal, hedonistic, yet weirdly charming alien mercenary—aligns almost too well with Momoa's real-life persona. In a recent interview with Jack Black, Momoa joked, “Lobo has to go take a deuce,” fully leaning into the crass humor that defines the Czarnian antihero.
But beyond the jokes, Momoa is dead serious about this role. “If we're going to typecast me in anything, let's put me in Lobo,” he told Entertainment Weekly. “Motorcycles, smoking cigars, partying, dreadlocks.” It's hard to argue—this might be the most natural fit for him since Game of Thrones' Khal Drogo.
What We Know About Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow
Directed by Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya, Cruella) and produced by DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is shaping up to be a key entry in the new Gods and Monsters era of DC films. Alongside Momoa's Lobo, the film stars:
- Milly Alcock (House of the Dragon) as Kara Zor-El/Supergirl
- David Krumholtz (Oppenheimer) and Emily Beecham (Into the Badlands) as her parents, Zor-El and Alura
- Eve Ridley (3 Body Problem) as Ruthye Marye Knoll
- Matthias Schoenaerts (The Old Guard) as the villain Krem of the Yellow Hills
Production is already underway, with Momoa confirming he's about “halfway” through filming. The movie is slated for a June 26, 2026 release.
Why This Could Be a Win for DC
After the mixed reception of recent DC films, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow has the potential to be a fresh start. Momoa's Lobo is a wildcard—a character who can bring humor, chaos, and a much-needed edge to the DC Universe. If done right, this could be the antihero breakout Gunn's reboot needs.
Jason Momoa as Lobo isn't just inspired casting—it feels inevitable. The actor's raw charisma and physicality align perfectly with the character's anarchic spirit. While Aquaman made him a household name, Lobo could cement him as DC's most entertaining wildcard.
But here's the real question: Will Momoa's full-throttle commitment to Lobo elevate Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow into a must-see DC film? Or will it be another case of a great performance trapped in a mediocre movie? Only time will tell—but for now, Momoa's enthusiasm is infectious.
