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In blow to DC Studios, 'Supergirl' is no match for 'Toy Story 5' at box office
By Jake Coyle, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 28, 2026
· 4 min read
In a setback for Warner Bros.′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster. After a near-record debut for an animated movie, “Toy Story 5” remained No. 1 at the box office with $70 million...
Key takeaway ′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents who frequent local cinemas, the poor box office performance of "Supergirl" may signal a shift in the types of movies that will be shown in area theaters. With superhero movies no longer driving the box office like they did pre-pandemic, theaters may need to adapt to show a more diverse range of films to attract audiences. This could be an opportunity for independent films or movies from smaller studios to gain more screen time in local theaters, potentially offering Terrell Hills moviegoers a more varied cinematic experience. Additionally, the decline of female-fronted superhero movies, such as "Supergirl," may also impact the types of films that are marketed and promoted in the San Antonio area, including Terrell Hills. As the film industry continues to evolve, it will be interesting to see how local theaters respond to these changes and what types of movies will be available to Terrell Hills residents in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? In a setback for Warner Bros.′ revamped DC movie operations, “Supergirl” was absolutely no match for “Toy Story 5” at the box office, opening a distant second to the Pixar blockbuster. After a near-record debut for an animated movie, “Toy Story 5” remained No. 1 at the box office with $70 million...
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