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Stargirl

Stargirl, also titled DC's Stargirl, is an American superhero television series based on the DC Comics character Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Stargirl, also titled DC's Stargirl, is an American superhero television series created by Geoff Johns, based on the DC Comics character Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl. The series premiered on DC Universe on May 18, 2020, and later aired on The CW. It follows high school student Courtney Whitmore as she discovers a cosmic staff and inspires a new generation of heroes linked to the Justice Society of America.

Premise

The series follows high school student Courtney Whitmore after her family moves to Blue Valley, Nebraska. She discovers a powerful cosmic staff and becomes the inspiration for a new generation of heroes tied to the Justice Society of America.

Production and release

Created by Geoff Johns, the show premiered on DC Universe on May 18, 2020, and was later broadcast on The CW. It ran for three seasons before concluding on December 7, 2022.

Cast and characters

Brec Bassinger stars as Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl, with Luke Wilson as Pat Dugan. The ensemble includes several characters drawn from DC Comics, especially members of the Justice Society of America.

Key facts

  • The series is based on the DC Comics character Courtney Whitmore, also known as Stargirl.
  • It was created by Geoff Johns, who co-created the character in comics.
  • The show premiered on DC Universe on May 18, 2020.
  • It stars Brec Bassinger as Courtney Whitmore.
  • The series ended after three seasons in 2022.
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Canadian context

The series was available to Canadian viewers through international streaming and broadcast distribution associated with DC content, and it is part of the broader North American superhero television landscape.

Frequently asked questions

What is Stargirl?
Stargirl is an American superhero television series based on the DC Comics character Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl.
Who created Stargirl?
The television series was created by Geoff Johns.
When did Stargirl first air?
It premiered on DC Universe on May 18, 2020.
How many seasons does Stargirl have?
The series ran for three seasons.
Who plays Stargirl?
Brec Bassinger plays Courtney Whitmore / Stargirl.
What is the series about?
It follows Courtney Whitmore as she discovers a cosmic staff and helps form a new team of heroes tied to the Justice Society of America.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stargirl_(TV_series)
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  2. DC — https://www.dc.com/tv/d-cs-stargirl-2020-2022
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  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/stargirl
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  4. TVmaze — https://www.tvmaze.com/shows/37809/dcs-stargirl
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