20 Best Superhero TV Show Performances Ever
16. Melissa Benoist As Kara Danvers/Supergirl
No matter who was cast in the role as Kara Danvers, there would always be the tough and unenviable task of stepping out of the shadow cast by her cousin, Kal-El. Even after Tyler Hoechlin was brought into the series, Melissa Benoist never allowed herself or her character to be pushed to one side.
The actress is allowed to explore her wide range as both Kara and Supergirl, fighting two incredibly different fights, before and after suiting up. Remaining strong as an inspiration to everyone, with the ability to bring a tear to the eye of anyone watching with her words of hope, Melissa Benoist truly enables the Girl of Steel to stand shoulder to shoulder with her younger, more famous cousin.
Not only did Benoist put forward an incredible performance as Kara, she pulled double duty as the villainous Red Daughter. Through season four she was able to pull off playing a character either side of good and evil, showcasing her range as both a beacon of hope and an evil follower of Lex Luthor.