By the end of its first season, Stargirl had gone in some bold directions, killing off a number of major characters as the Justice Society of America took on the Injustice Society of America. Moving ahead, there are a lot of mysteries to look forward to with the new series, as well as a change in network.
Here's what we know about Stargirl Season 2 right now, including the project's release date, story, trailer information and more.
What Is Stargirl's Story?
The two-part Season 1 finale of Stargirl saw the Justice Society of America and Injustice Society of America finally go head-to-head. The good guys were able to prevail, as the ISA took a sizable hit with the deaths of Dragon King, Brainwave and Icicle. With the ISA scattered, the Whitmore-Dugan family celebrated a hard-earned victory over a warm family Christmas. But they may soon face an unwelcome visitor, as Pat Dugan's old partner, Sylvester Pemberton/Starman, arrives.
While the ISA is on the ropes, two comic book villains teased in the finale may show the direction Stargirl Season 2 will go. The Shade, a Flash villain who can control shadows, was seen in the ISA's meeting room, laughing at the folly his cohorts underwent. Elsewhere, Cindy went rifling through the Wizard's storage room to find a crystal that contains Eclipso. Though not a corporeal villain, Eclipso has the power to possess the body of those who are angry.
Does Stargirl Season 2 Have a Trailer?
The CW released a trailer for Stargirl Season 2 in June. You can see the trailer above.
Who Are the Cast and Crew of Stargirl Season 2?
Series regulars Brec Bassinger (Courtney Whitmore/Stargirl), Luke Wilson (Pat Dugan/S.T.R.I.P.E.), Amy Smart (Barbara Whitmore), Yvette Monreal (Yolanda Montez/Wildcat II), Anjelika Washington (Beth Chapel/Doctor Mid-Nite II), Cameron Gellman (Rick Tyler/Hourman II), Trae Romano (Mike Dugan), Hunter Sansone (Cameron Mahkent), Meg DeLacy (Cindy Burman), Joy Osmanski (Paula Brooks/Tigress) and Neil Hopkins (Lawrence "Crusher" Crock/Sportsmaster) are expected to return. And given the final scene of Season 1, Starman actor Joel McHale will almost certainly play some part in the next season.
New to Stargirl for Season 2 will be comedian Jim Gaffigan as JSA hero Thunderbolt. Nick Tarabay and Jonathan Cake will play the aforementioned villains Eclipso and The Shade, respectively. Alkoya Brunson will also appear as Jakeem Thunder, the newest wielder of the Thunderbolt pen. A familiar face to the Arrowverse will be crossing over, as Flash star John Wesley Shipp will be lending his superspeed to Episode 9 of Stargirl Season 2.
What Is Stargirl Season 2's Release Date?
Stargirl was officially renewed for Season 2 in July and started filming in Atlanta, Georgia, in October 2020. While the first season was broadcast on DC Universe, the end of that platform means Stargirl Season 2 will instead be on The CW, which is home to the Arrowverse. Currently, the show is set to premiere on Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. ET on The CW. There is no indication at this time that the show's release date will change. However, Stargirl has been given an early Season 3 renewal.
Stargirl stars Brec Bassinger as Courtney Whitmore (Stargirl), Luke Wilson as Pat Dugan (S.T.R.I.P.E.), Joel McHale as Sylvester Pemberton (Starman), Trae Romano as Mike Dugan, Yvette Monreal as Yolanda Montez (Wildcat), Amy Smart as Barbara Whitmore, Anjelika Washington as Beth Chapel (Dr. Mid-Nite), Cameron Gellman as Rick Tyler (Hourman), Joy Osmanski as Ms. Brooks (Tigress), Christopher James Baker as Dr. Henry King (Brainwave), Neil Jackson as Jordan Mahkent (Icicle), Nelson Lee as Dr. Ito (Dragon King), Neil Hopkins as Lawrence Crock (Sportsmaster), Jonathan Cake as The Shade, Alkoya Brunson as Jakeem Thunder, Nick Tarabay as Eclipso, Ysa Penarejo as Jade and Jim Gaffigan as the voice of Thunderbolt. Season 2 premieres Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.
This article will be updated as more information becomes available.