‘Supergirl’ Cast Interviews: What Sets This Superhero Series Apart (VIDEO)

We had a chance to talk to the cast and executive producers about the new anticipated CBS show Supergirl at Comic-Con this year. Lead star Melissa Benoist shared what drives Kara to become Supergirl, Jeremy Jordan revealed how his character might evolve into the Toyman, and executive producer Andrew Kreisberg explains why it was the right time for Supergirl to join the DC universe on TV. (Plus: See the nine things we learned from the DC panel at Comic-Con, and visit TV Insider’s Comic-Con page for more features.)

Melissa Benoist (Supergirl/Kara Danvers)

Jeremy Jordan (Winslow Schott)

Chyler Leigh (Alex Danvers)

David Harewood (Hank Henshaw)

Andrew Kreisberg (Executive Producer)

Ali Adler (Executive Producer)

Greg Berlanti (Executive Producer)

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