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SUPERGIRL poster

1983

SUPERGIRL script

Kara, a young woman from Argo City, travels to Earth to retrieve the Omegahedron, a powerful artifact accidentally lost by Zaltar, the city's founder. On Earth, the Omegahedron falls into the hands of Selena, a power-hungry witch who uses it to gain dark magical abilities and attempts to win the affection of a landscape gardener named Ethan. Kara, adopting the identity of Linda Lee, enrolls in Midvale School and, as Supergirl, begins to thwart Selena's schemes, saving Ethan from her influence multiple times. Selena, enraged by Supergirl's interference, traps her in the Phantom Zone and captures Supergirl's friends, Jimmy Olsen and Lucy Lane, along with Ethan. In the Phantom Zone, Supergirl finds Zaltar, who sacrifices himself to help her escape, allowing Supergirl to return to Earth, defeat Selena, rescue the hostages, and recover the Omegahedron.

Writer
David Odell
IMDb ID (imdb_id)
tt0088206
Script date
1983
44Scenes
12Characters
50Pages
8Dialogue samples

Save the Cat beat sheet

SUPERGIRL Save the Cat analysis

Kara’s journey begins in Argo City and transitions to Earth where she grapples with identity and love while facing the villainous Selena.

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Key characters

Kara

Kara is listed as Protagonist. A young woman from Argo City with super powers on Earth. In the parsed data, Kara is connected to 26 scenes, 100 dialogue lines, 108 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.

26 scenes / 100 dialogue lines

Ethan

Ethan is listed as Landscape gardener. A man who becomes infatuated with Supergirl. In the parsed data, Ethan is connected to 21 scenes, 61 dialogue lines, 69 text mentions, first appearing around scene 11.

21 scenes / 61 dialogue lines

Selena

Selena is listed as Antagonist. A woman who discovers the Omegahedron and gains dark magical powers. In the parsed data, Selena is connected to 21 scenes, 45 dialogue lines, 50 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

21 scenes / 45 dialogue lines

Bianca

Bianca is listed as Selena's associate. A dark-haired woman who assists Selena. In the parsed data, Bianca is connected to 8 scenes, 15 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 9.

8 scenes / 15 dialogue lines

Jimmy Olsen

Jimmy Olsen is listed as Reporter. A friend of Superman and Lucy Lane. In the parsed data, Jimmy Olsen is connected to 6 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 14.

6 scenes / 9 dialogue lines

Zaltar

Zaltar is listed as Mentor/Artist. An artist from Argo City who founded the city and possesses a matterwand. In the parsed data, Zaltar is connected to 5 scenes, 31 dialogue lines, 35 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.

5 scenes / 31 dialogue lines

Mr. Danvers

Mr. Danvers is listed as Registrar. Registrar at Midvale School. In the parsed data, Mr. Danvers is connected to 5 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 7.

5 scenes / 2 dialogue lines

Alura

Alura is listed as Kara's Mother. A resident of Argo City. In the parsed data, Alura is connected to 4 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 36.

4 scenes / 10 dialogue lines

Lucy Lane

Lucy Lane is listed as Linda's roommate. A student at Midvale School. In the parsed data, Lucy Lane is connected to 4 scenes, 10 dialogue lines, 10 text mentions, first appearing around scene 6.

4 scenes / 10 dialogue lines

Nigel

Nigel is listed as Witch/Associate. A member of the Circle who opposes Selena. In the parsed data, Nigel is connected to 4 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 12 text mentions, first appearing around scene 4.

4 scenes / 9 dialogue lines

George

George is listed as Selena's boyfriend. A man who proposes to Selena. In the parsed data, George is connected to 3 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

3 scenes / 2 dialogue lines

Zor-El

Zor-El is listed as Kara's Father. A resident of Argo City. In the parsed data, Zor-El is connected to 1 scene, first appearing around scene 3.

1 scenes / 0 dialogue lines

Scene outline

  1. 1. INT. Argo City - DAY

    Kara watches Zaltar create a tree sculpture with a matterwand and the Omegahedron, leading to an accident that tears the city membrane.

    Kara, Zaltar, Alura
  2. 2. EXT. Springtime Meadow - DAY

    Selena and George have a picnic where the Omegahedron falls into their cake.

    Selena, George
  3. 3. INT. Argo City Amphitheater - DAY

    Kara convinces her parents to let her go to Earth to retrieve the Power Source.

    Kara, Alura, Zor-El
  4. 4. EXT. Mansion Garden Party - DAY

    Selena hosts a party and asserts her power over the Circle, clashing with Nigel.

    Selena, Bianca, Nigel
  5. 5. INT. Registrar's Office - DAY

    Linda Lee enrolls at Midvale School.

    Kara, Mr. Danvers
  6. 6. INT. Dorm Room - DAY

    Linda meets her roommate Lucy Lane.

    Kara, Lucy Lane
  7. 7. EXT. SCHOOL GROUNDS - DAY

    Mr. Danvers invites Linda to dinner at his home.

    Mr. Danvers, Kara
  8. 8. EXT. BACKYARD OF DANVERS'S HOUSE - DAY

    Linda shares a meal with the Danvers family.

    Kara, Mr. Danvers
  9. 9. INT. SELENA'S HOUSE - DAY

    Selena plots to lure Ethan into her home.

    Selena, Bianca, Ethan
  10. 10. EXT. SELENA'S HOUSE GARDEN - DAY

    Ethan approaches the house after being waved at by Selena.

    Ethan, Selena
  11. 11. INT. SELENA'S HOUSE LIVING ROOM - DAY

    Selena drugs Ethan.

    Selena, Ethan
  12. 12. EXT. FRONT DOOR OF MANSION - DAY

    Nigel confronts Selena.

    Selena, Nigel
  13. 13. EXT. HOSPITAL ROOF - SUNSET

    Ethan escapes onto the roof and is confronted by Selena.

    Ethan, Selena
  14. 14. EXT. HOSPITAL ENTRANCE - SUNSET

    Jimmy and Linda observe Ethan on the roof.

    George, Kara, Jimmy Olsen
  15. 15. EXT. TOP OF CHIMNEY - SUNSET

    Ethan reaches the top of the chimney and is confronted by Selena's voice.

    Ethan, Selena
  16. 16. EXT. ALLEY BEHIND HOSPITAL - SUNSET

    Supergirl emerges to save Ethan.

    Kara
  17. 17. EXT. CHIMNEY SKY - SUNSET

    Supergirl rescues Ethan.

    Kara, Ethan
  18. 18. EXT. HOSPITAL ENTRANCE - SUNSET

    Jimmy talks to Bianca after the rescue.

    Jimmy Olsen, Bianca
  19. 19. EXT. HIGH IN THE AIR ABOVE THE HOSPITAL - SUNSET

    Supergirl and Ethan talk while flying.

    Kara, Ethan
  20. 20. EXT. HOSPITAL ENTRY - TWILIGHT

    Selena and Bianca leave; Jimmy takes a photo.

    Selena, Bianca, Jimmy Olsen
  21. 21. EXT. AMUSEMENT PARK - NIGHT

    Supergirl and Ethan visit the amusement park.

    Kara, Ethan
  22. 22. EXT. ENTRANCE TO AMUSEMENT PARK - NIGHT

    Selena enters the park.

    Selena
  23. 23. EXT. TOP OF FERRIS WHEEL - NIGHT

    Selena confronts Supergirl and Ethan.

    Kara, Ethan, Selena
  24. 24. INT. DODGEM CARS TENT - NIGHT

    Ethan survives the fall.

    Ethan, Kara
  25. 25. EXT. AMUSEMENT PARK - NIGHT

    Selena is trapped by Supergirl.

    Kara, Selena, Bianca
  26. 26. EXT. TROPICAL BEACH - DAY

    Supergirl takes Ethan to a tropical beach.

    Kara, Ethan
  27. 27. EXT. SELENA'S MANSION - NIGHT

    Selena meets with the Circle.

    Selena, Bianca, Nigel
  28. 28. EXT. TROPICAL BEACH - DAY

    Ethan suddenly loses his love for Supergirl.

    Kara, Ethan
  29. 29. INT. SELENA'S LIVING ROOM - NIGHT

    Selena performs the ritual for Ultimate Power.

    Selena
  30. 30. EXT. BESIDE A STREAM - DAY

    Supergirl and Ethan talk again.

    Kara, Ethan
  31. 31. EXT. TROPICAL ISLAND - DAY

    Supergirl learns about the Power Source.

    Kara, Ethan
  32. 32. INT. SELENA'S MANSION - DAY

    Supergirl searches for Selena.

    Kara, Bianca, Nigel
  33. 33. INT. SELENA'S NEW HOUSE - DAY

    Ethan is held captive by Selena.

    Ethan, Selena
  34. 34. EXT. SELENA'S HOUSE GARDEN - DAY

    Ethan is recaptured by Selena.

    Ethan, Selena
  35. 35. INT. CONSERVATORY - DAY

    Supergirl is trapped in the Phantom Zone.

    Kara, Selena, Ethan
  36. 36. EXT. PHANTOM ZONE - UNKNOWN

    Supergirl is alone in the Phantom Zone.

    Kara, Alura
  37. 37. EXT. Phantom Zone - DAY

    Supergirl wanders the Phantom Zone, exhausted and despairing, until she hears her mother's voice and eventually finds Zaltar.

    Kara, Alura, Zaltar
  38. 38. INT. Zaltar's House - DAY

    Zaltar shows Supergirl his home and uses his matterwand to view Earth through a window.

    Kara, Zaltar
  39. 39. INT. Selena's Sitting Room - DAY

    Selena revels in her power while Ethan watches sullenly.

    Selena, George
  40. 40. INT. Prison - DAY

    Jimmy and Lucy are imprisoned; Ethan visits and denies knowing where Supergirl is.

    Jimmy Olsen, Lucy Lane, Ethan
  41. 41. INT. Zaltar's House - DAY

    Supergirl convinces Zaltar to help her escape the Phantom Zone.

    Kara, Zaltar
  42. 42. INT. Selena's Living Room - DAY

    Selena prepares for Supergirl's arrival while holding hostages.

    Selena, Ethan, Jimmy Olsen, Lucy Lane, Mr. Danvers
  43. 43. INT. Phantom Zone/Quantum Vortex - DAY

    Zaltar and Supergirl attempt to escape, but Zaltar is killed by Selena's magic.

    Kara, Zaltar, Selena
  44. 44. INT. Selena's Living Room - DAY

    Supergirl confronts Selena, rescues the hostages, and defeats the shadow-self.

    Kara, Selena, Ethan, Jimmy Olsen, Lucy Lane, Mr. Danvers

Dialogue examples

What I had before. What's not there now. It's like I woke up and found part of me wasn't there any more: something that made me feel really alive and aware of things. It was like, for the first time in my life, everything fitted together perfectly---you and me and the world around us--like we were a wonderful song...

Ethan / Scene 30

Takes a long time, you know, learning the wand. Just begun to understand it myself. Give things a kind of life--can also take away life; works backwards too. Besides I can't let you take my wand. Only have the one, what would I do? I'd be helpless. It's out of the question.

Zaltar / Scene 41

I can see through walls. I could surprise her. The only thing I can't see through is lead, that's why I didn't see the Power Source at the amusement park.

Kara / Scene 31

I thought .it was her, coming back. Spared me. But I thought. . . maybe changed her mind. Nigel warned us. Wouldn't listen to him.

Bianca / Scene 32

We are in great danger. A being has come to Earth with powers far beyond those of anyone member of the Craft.

Selena / Scene 27

Just give me a chance to show how much I love you. Love changes everything. Love makes everything possible.

Ethan / Scene 21

Why get rid of her at al1? You've used the Coffer of Shadow too much. It is beginning to rule your heart.

Nigel / Scene 27

And now...the guitars are out of tune, and the words don't make sense, and somebody unplugged the mike...

Ethan / Scene 30

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