DC’s Stargirl Release Date Delayed, Episode Info Revealed

DC’s Stargirl TV series has seen its release date shift slightly…but not too much! Originally scheduled to premiere on Monday, May 11 on the DC Universe streaming service with a broadcast to follow on the CW on Tuesday, May 12, Stargirl will now arrive on DC Universe a week later, on Monday, May 18 instead, with the CW broadcast to follow on Tuesday, May 19th. The premiere date shift might reflect a need for The CW to fill holes in its schedule since the latter episodes of most of its heavy hitters like The Flash, Supernatural, Supergirl, Batwoman, and others have been temporarily delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

But the good news is that from that point forward it looks like the rest of the series is right on schedule, and DC Universe and The CW have confirmed air dates and revealed official details about the first five episodes!

Just a quick note, some folks might consider some of the information in these episode synopses to be mildly spoilery, but really, if something is revealed in the official promotional materials for an episode, it’s a pretty safe bet they aren’t really spoilers. Nevertheless, you’ve been warned!

Stargirl Episode 1: Pilot

airdate: 5/18/20 (DC Universe) 5/19/20 (The CW)

SERIES PREMIERE — When Courtney’s (Brec Bassinger) seemingly perfect life in Los Angeles gets upended with a move to Blue Valley, Nebraska with her mother Barbara (Amy Smart), stepfather Pat (Luke Wilson) and stepbrother Mike (Trae Romano), she finds herself struggling to adapt to her new town and high school.  But when Courtney discovers that Pat is harboring a major secret about his past, she ultimately becomes the unlikely inspiration for a new generation of superheroes.  Yvette Monreal, Cameron Gellman, Anjelika Washington, Jake Austin Walker, Meg DeLacy, Hunter Sansone and Christopher James Baker also star.  Glen Winter directed the episode written by Geoff Johns (#101.)

Stargirl Episode 2: S.T.R.I.P.E

airdate: 5/25/20 (DC Universe) 5/26/20 (The CW)

LIFE IS ABOUT LEGACY — After Courtney (Brec Bassinger) has an unexpected run-in with a member of the Injustice Society of America, Pat (Luke Wilson) reveals the truth to her about their history.  Meanwhile, Barbara (Amy Smart) is elated when she sees Courtney making an attempt to get along with Pat, not knowing the secret they’ve been keeping.  Finally, things take a dangerous turn at Blue Valley High’s open house night when Courtney becomes the target of a dangerous foe.  Yvette Monreal, Anjelika Washington, Trae Romano, Jake Austin Walker, Meg DeLacy, Hunter Sansone, Neil Jackson and Christopher James Baker also star.  Greg Beeman directed the episode written by Geoff Johns (#102). 

Stargirl Episode 3: Icicle

airdate: 6/1/20 (DC Universe) 6/2/20 (The CW)

THIS IS OUR DESTINY — After a dangerous confrontation with a member of the Injustice Society of America, Pat (Luke Wilson) warns Courtney (Brec Bassinger) to back down from her attempts to go after them.  But when she encounters what she believes to be a message from one of them, she urges Pat to help her.  Meanwhile, Barbara (Amy Smart) makes strides at work, which impresses her new boss Jordan (Neil Jackson).  Yvette Monreal, Anjelika Washington, Trae Romano, Christopher James Baker, Meg DeLacy and Hunter Sansone also star.  Michael Nankin directed the episode written by Colleen McGuinness (#103).

Stargirl Episode 4: Wildcat

airdate: 6/8/20 (DC Universe) 6/9/20 (The CW)

THE FIRST RECRUIT — After realizing that she needs the extra help, Courtney (Brec Bassinger) sets out to recruit new members to the Justice Society of America – starting with Yolanda (Yvette Monreal).  Elsewhere, Pat’s (Luke Wilson) suspicion is piqued after a bizarre conversation with one of the town’s residents.  Amy Smart, Anjelika Washington, Trae Romano, Jake Austin Walker, Meg DeLacy, Neil Jackson, Christopher James Baker also star.  Rob Hardy directed the episode written by James Dale Robinson (#104).

Stargirl Episode 5: Hourman and Dr. Mid-Nite

airdate: 6/15/20 (DC Universe) 6/16/20 (The CW)

HALLOWEEN IN BLUE VALLEY — As Courtney (Brec Bassinger) sets her sights on recruiting more members to the Justice Society of America, Pat (Luke Wilson) finds himself one step closer to learning which ISA members may be in Blue Valley.  Meanwhile, a search for Rick (Cameron Gellman) leads Courtney, Yolanda (Yvette Monreal) and Beth (Anjelika Washington) to Cindy Burman’s (Meg DeLacy) Halloween party.  David Straiton directed the episode written by Melissa Carter (#105).  Amy Smart, Trae Romano, Jake Austin Walker, Hunter Sansone and Christopher James Baker also star.