Now, the DC Universe has officially unleashed Lobo, and Jason Momoa’s reaction to his debut photos is exactly what fans had been hoping for. Moreover, fans have eagerly awaited this moment ever since Jason Momoa first revealed his interest in playing the iconic bounty hunter role.
With the release of the first Supergirl trailer, audiences finally got an official glimpse of Lobo’s DCU design. This ends months of leaks, rumors, and speculation, confirming the character’s look in the upcoming film. Lobo joins Kara Zor-El’s cosmic journey as part of James Gunn and Peter Safran’s expanding DC Universe. Fans eagerly cheered when they saw the character’s rugged, comic-accurate appearance, complete with his signature leather outfit, chains, and weaponry.
“Fraggin’ Finally”: Momoa’s Perfect Reaction
After the trailer’s release, Jason Momoa promptly shared a still from the footage on Instagram Stories, pairing it with classic Lobo dialogue:
“Lobo, I am the main man. Fraggin finally.”
Immediately, fans recognized this as authentic comic book Lobo language, emphasizing how deeply Momoa has connected with the character’s roots. Furthermore, his excitement mirrors that of the fanbase, who have eagerly awaited the antihero’s cinematic debut.
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A Long Time Coming for Jason Momoa as Lobo
This casting marks a full-circle moment for Momoa. Having previously portrayed Aquaman in the earlier DCEU, he consistently expressed his desire to play Lobo. In fact, during a 2022 New York Times interview, Momoa recalled a pivotal conversation from early in his DC career:
“Do you know who I want you to play?” “Lobo.” “A long-haired, cigar-smoking, motorcycle-riding alien bounty hunter from the DC Comics universe.”
Although DC initially adapted that original pitch into Aquaman, Jason Momoa now finally brings to life the role he has dreamed of for years. This passion translates on screen, promising a performance that honors the character’s legacy while giving fans something fresh and exciting.
How Big Is Lobo’s Role in Supergirl?
Although fans are thrilled, Lobo does not serve as the main villain in Supergirl. That distinction belongs to Krem of the Yellow Hills, portrayed by Matthias Schoenaerts. Important context about Lobo’s appearance:
He does not appear in Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, the comic that inspired the film
Screen time is expected to be brief, likely a single scene
The cameo may set up future DCU stories
His interactions with Kara Zor-El could hint at larger cosmic plotlines
Despite limited screen time, Lobo’s long-standing connections across Superman, Supergirl, and Justice League comics leave room for a bigger role in upcoming DCU projects. Fans are already speculating on potential spin-offs or cameo appearances in future films.
Directed by Craig Gillespie (Cruella) and starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El, Supergirl follows the heroine on a revenge-driven journey across the stars alongside a newly orphaned alien teen. The movie promises thrilling cosmic battles, emotional character arcs, and stunning visuals that expand the DCU further.
The movie is set to hit theaters on June 26, 2026. With Lobo officially in the DCU, fans may have only seen the beginning of one of the franchise’s most chaotic and crowd-pleasing characters. Many are already eagerly anticipating how DC Studios will further explore Lobo’s story and his interactions with other heroes and antiheroes.
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Patrick Webb