Supergirl (TV Series)

American Alien (2018)

Melissa Benoist: Kara Danvers, Supergirl

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• Kara Danvers : Ever since J'onn left the DEO, I just feel so far from him. I don't really know what his life is like.

  Alex Danvers : Yeah.

  Kara Danvers : All I know is I hate his new point of view. It just feels so ominous.

  Alex Danvers : Well, J'onn is not an alarmist, Kara. I mean, if he's trying to tell you something, I would listen. What are you so afraid of?

  Kara Danvers : I'm not afraid of anything. It... I just finally feel like the world is good. And I so badly want it to stay that way, even if it's just for a little while.

  Alex Danvers : Kara Danvers, you are the most courageous person I know. And even if it's hard, if you face it, you can conquer anything.

  Kara Danvers : I'll try.

  Alex Danvers : Ha.

  Kara Danvers : Only if you conquer the urge to not punch Brainy in the face.

  Alex Danvers : Mm. That is an unfair bargain.

• Kara Danvers : You're back. Oh, how was Metropolis?

  Lena Luthor : Oh, well, I am very happy to report that Sam is doing amazing at L-Corp Northeast. She has made two acquisitions that are already turning a profit. She's coaching Ruby's soccer team.

  Kara Danvers : Oh.

  Lena Luthor : Apparently, they're playing a 4-3-3 with the Gegenpress, and Ruby's playing as sweeper keeper.

  Kara Danvers : I have no idea what that means.

  Lena Luthor : I think it means they're living happily ever after.

• Kara Danvers : Cat says amazing things about you.

  Nia Nal : Really?

  Kara Danvers : Yeah.

  Nia Nal : [handing over a cup]  Oh, the coffee's for you.

  Kara Danvers : Oh, thanks.

  Nia Nal : I'm sorry.

  Kara Danvers : Thank you. But you're a reporter. You don't have to get me coffee.

  Nia Nal : Oh, I know, um, but Ms. Grant mentioned that you liked lattes, so I thought I'd pick one up. She said you were particular about the temperature, so I had it all perfectly planned out, but then my plan went haywire, no thanks to my roommate, and I... it's probably too cold by now. I'm sorry.

  Kara Danvers : Oh, my God. You're me.

  Nia Nal : I am?

  Kara Danvers : Yeah, totally. It's... it's unnerving.

• Kara Danvers : What happened in the meeting with James?

  Nia Nal : Well, um... MacKenzie pitched her take on the article, and she had a good approach.

  Kara Danvers : Yours was better. You were so passionate when you talked to just me about it, but why'd you shut down?

  Nia Nal : It was a scary room. James Olsen is the CEO of this incredible media empire, and MacKenzie has more famous friends than Oprah.

  Kara Danvers : Nia, what really happened when MacKenzie took that article? Why didn't you want to compete?

  Nia Nal : I guess, in the moment, I was afraid to make waves.

  Kara Danvers : Okay, fear. I get that. No matter how much we believe in ourselves, that never goes away. Not fully. Even now, I think that I'm not afraid of anything, and then something new and ugly rears its head and chases me right back down the rabbit hole. But once we catch ourselves, we have to jump right back out there. So, you're afraid to make waves? Okay. Make 'em anyway. Make a tsunami.

  Nia Nal : You're right.

  Kara Danvers : Of course I am. Acknowledge the fear, then kick its ass.

  Nia Nal : Thank you, Kara.

  Kara Danvers : Don't thank me. Just get out there and kick up a storm. Come on, seriously. Time's a-wasting. Tick tock.

• Kara Danvers : I know how much it means to you to honor your father's wishes. And I shouldn't have asked you to compromise that.

  J'onn J'onzz : Look, I know the last few days have been difficult for you. I'm just sorry I made it even more so.

  Kara Danvers : The thought of so much anger out there is... is not what I wanted to believe was true. I thought this country... that we were in a better place. The idea of having to fight something so vast, trying to unite such a divided world, it's... oh, it's overwhelming.

  J'onn J'onzz : It's your optimism that will help save us, Kara. You're a beacon of hope who sets an example, fighting for justice everywhere, the voice of unity and compassion. You inspire change.

  Kara Danvers : I feel like I don't know anything.

  J'onn J'onzz : Then you are wiser than you realize.

• Kara Danvers : Sorry I'm late, but I come bearing gifts.

  James Olsen : [accepting a bottle of vodka]  Were you in Russia?

  Kara Danvers : Kasnia.

• Kara Danvers : You're about to hold a summit at Camp David on the anniversary of the Alien Amnesty Act. Can you say a few words about what this legislation has meant to you the past two years?

  President Olivia Marsdin : Of course. The impact has been far-reaching and profound.

  James Olsen : [quietly]  You are really good at multitasking.

  Kara Danvers : Some might call it "super".

  [they share a small laugh] 

  Kara Danvers : For the first time in my life, I've got everything under control.

• James Olsen : The way you pushed the president about her alien delegation selection was perfect. A reporter's job is to demand transparency. And with that said, I'd like you to talk to the cub reporters who are starting today about that.

  Kara Danvers : Sure.

  James Olsen : Yeah. And didn't Cat Grant recommend one to you?

  Kara Danvers : Yes, her name is Nia Nal.

  James Olsen : Well, Nia Nal's gonna need a mentor like you.

  Kara Danvers : You're incredible, you know that? Everything you're going through right now, the D.A. possibly indicting you for being Guardian, and here you are worrying about cub reporters.

  Lena Luthor : [waiting in his office as they enter]  That's because he leaves the worrying about the D.A. to me.

• Querl Dox : I thought you could use some backup.

  Supergirl : Brainy.

  Querl Dox : It is I. You're free now, Supergirl.

  Supergirl : Free? The cuffs are still...

  Querl Dox : Opened?

  Supergirl : [taking the cuffs off]  Oh.

  Querl Dox : I was multitasking.

  [she flies away without another word] 

  Querl Dox : You're welcome.

• Supergirl : J'onn, what are you doing here?

  J'onn J'onzz : Dr. Vose is a friend of mine. I heard the attack on the news. He's an outspoken advocate for alien rights, and most likely the target of a hate crime.

  Supergirl : This wasn't a hate crime, J'onn. This was a high-level robbery. These criminals were professionals. They brought gravity cuffs, they... they stole an EMP from Dr. Vose's lab. If they blow that thing, it could take out the entire power grid.

  J'onn J'onzz : They cut off his tusks, Supergirl. The very thing that distinguishes him as an alien.

  Supergirl : Yeah, to trick a biometric scan.

  J'onn J'onzz : Look, I've been living amongst the people, getting a feel for what's going on. There's a fresh wave of anti-alient sentiment. I can feel it.

  Supergirl : Look, I... I'm really sorry about what happened to your friend, but I think in this case, the fact that he's an alien is just happenstance.

• Nia Nal : You wanted to see me?

  Kara Danvers : Yeah, I was just checking in. I know James asked the new reporters to pitch him a list of story ideas. Did you pick an article?

  Nia Nal : Yes. Uh, the feature on National City's new fashion district.

  Kara Danvers : Really?

  Nia Nal : You don't think it's a good idea?

  Kara Danvers : It's fine. It's just I read on your résumé that you have a degree in international relations from Georgetown. Are you sure you don't want to do something with a little more heft?

  Nia Nal : There's nothing slight about fashion, Kara. It's one of the most visceral forms of art. What we choose to wear tells a story about who we are. Whether you wear black and leather or pastels and silk, you're creating an inner version of yourself whether you realize it or not.

  Kara Danvers : Never really thought about clothes that way.

  Nia Nal : Well, what makes this story so exciting is that the fashion district's setting up shop in the middle of East City. New legislation is allowing designers to live and work in industrial spaces that have been abandoned for decades. An area that's been a hotbed for crime is going to be infused with color and life. I just think of all the kids growing up in that neighborhood, all the new job opportunities that'll be created. The fashion district article I wanna write about isn't about clothes. It's about community and growth. And hope.

  Kara Danvers : You need to pitch the article exactly like that to James. He's gonna love it.

• Kara Danvers : Brainy, what's up?

  Querl Dox : Definitely not me. I was grounded by Director Danvers. But while I was chained to my desk, not literally, I stitched together various images from surveillance at Vose's lab and ran them. The images were rudimentary and brought up 754,231 potential suspects. I checked each image with known associates and narrowed identification down to two. Otis and Mercy Graves. A brother and sister team.

  Kara Danvers : Do you have a location?

  Querl Dox : Negative. However, I was able to identify an ex-employer who might be able to help you with an address.

  Kara Danvers : Who's that?

  [cut to her arriving at Albatross Bay as Supergirl] 

  Supergirl : [surprised]  Lena.

  Lillian Luthor : Oh, dear. I hope I didn't have that same expression when you showed up this afternoon.

  Lena Luthor : No, mother. Your face was a mask of enigma, as usual.

• Supergirl : What are you doing here?

  Lena Luthor : Funny, I could ask you the same question.

  Supergirl : [to Lillian]  I need to find Mercy and Otis Graves. They worked for Lex. And then for you. Cadmus.

  Lena Luthor : Mercy was Lex's head of security.

  Supergirl : And then turned state's evidence on him, betrayed him. Put him behind bars.

  Lillian Luthor : So you think I'd help you as some sort of revenge? I'm not vengeful anymore. My heart's grown several sizes in here.

  Lena Luthor : Says the Grinch who stole Christmas.

• Lillian Luthor : A few months ago, when the planet was being terraformed by those other Kryptonians, I was in my cell, under a mattress, hoping the ceiling wouldn't fall and crush me. And I realized I didn't want to die alone. And if I didn't want to die alone, I had to change. So, what do you want to know about the Graves siblings, besides they're monsters?

  Supergirl : A list of every Cadmus location you think they might be using to hide.

  Lillian Luthor : Just domestic? Or international?

• J'onn J'onzz : This was a hate crime, no doubt about it.

  Supergirl : Agreed.

  J'onn J'onzz : I still believe the attack on Dr. Vose was motivated by anti-alien sentiment. He was a member of a support group here. You should dig into it, see if the two attacks were connected.

  Supergirl : But Dr. Vose's lab was robbed by ex-Cadmus operatives. This... this was an explosion outside of a bar. I-I don't believe there's any reason to believe they're related.

  J'onn J'onzz : I wouldn't dismiss the possibility.

• J'onn J'onzz : I've been trying to tell you the climate towards aliens is changing.

  Supergirl : Yeah. Yes, I agree it is, but for the better. And yes, there will always be extremists like whoever attacked the bar, but overall, I think this country has made incredible progress. The president is about to celebrate the second anniversary of the Alien Amnesty Act, and for the first time on Earth, aliens are embraced as citizens with equal rights.

  J'onn J'onzz : Which is part of the backlash. The assimilation with aliens has sparked fear among many humans. And aliens are feeling the brunt of that anger.

  Supergirl : I'm an alien, and I've been all over the world recently, and I've never felt more love.

  J'onn J'onzz : Part of the reason why you're embraced as a hero is because you present as human. Most aliens do not share that privilege. I'm afraid your experiences are not the best barometer here.

  Supergirl : I'm embraced as a hero because I'm good at my job. And I really don't appreciate you questioning my judgment.

  J'onn J'onzz : I'm just trying to offer you a different perspective.

  Supergirl : J'onn, you left the DEO. So maybe now it's time you leave protecting the city to me.

• Kara Danvers : Did you finish the fried rice?

  Alex Danvers : I'm sorry. I'm stress eating.

  Kara Danvers : Did you have a bad date?

  Alex Danvers : No, the dating, it's actually... it's been great.

  Kara Danvers : Really?

  Alex Danvers : No, don't get that look on your face like you're gonna officiate my wedding.

• Kara Danvers : So, why are you scarfing the lo mein?

  Alex Danvers : Brainy. Oh, my god. I'm sorry, but everything... everything he does just infuriates me. I know it's mean, but it's just... ugh, I can't help it.

  Kara Danvers : He's new to this time period. It's a big adjustment. I'm sure it's been hard. Try to go easy on him.

  Alex Danvers : I'll try.

• Alex Danvers : We ordered your favorite Chinese takeout and you haven't even taken a bite. What's going on? I thought you were on top of the world.

  Kara Danvers : I got in a fight with J'onn. After the attack at the bar.

  Alex Danvers : Really?

  Kara Danvers : He tried to convince me that there's this hate movement against aliens. I mean, am I crazy? I feel like the world is better than it's ever been. More diversity, more acceptance.

  Alex Danvers : Sure. I mean, in-in some ways.

• Kara Danvers : You were right, about the crimes. They were motivated by hate. And there's a web of people...

  J'onn J'onzz : Now that you know what's happening, you can fight it, Kara.

  Kara Danvers : But I need your help. They're going to attack the alien summit. Help me keep it safe, and then help me take on the rest of this movement, because it is bigger than anything I have ever fought. The people involved in it are like the people I save every day. A villian, I know how to stop, but these people...

  J'onn J'onzz : I'm sorry, but I cannot fight with you. Not this time.

  Kara Danvers : But... but you have to. You were the first person to see this. You... who yelled at me to open my eyes, so how can you not join me now?

  J'onn J'onzz : Because it's no longer my path to fight. When my father passed, he gave me a message: live as H'ronmeer taught and promote peace. I cannot do that whilst wielding a sword. I will help those in need, and I will be a voice for change like Dr. Vose. I will support you, Kara, but I cannot join your battle. I'm sorry.

• Alex Danvers : You doing okay?

  Supergirl : Yeah. And thanks for being here. I know you pick your battles now.

  Alex Danvers : Well, it seemed like a good battle to pick.

• Alex Danvers : The lights are blown in here. We're gonna move the president to the safe room. That was just the distraction. Madam President.

  President Olivia Marsdin : Do you think they're inside the perimeter?

  Alex Danvers : I know they are.

  [to the Secret Service agents] 

  Alex Danvers : All right, take her back. You guys go, clear the house.

  Supergirl : [noticing something on patrol outside]  Alex, they're in DEO uniforms.

• Mercy Graves : Supergirl, I know you can hear me, you filthy roach. You need to know you won't stop this.

  Supergirl : I'm stopping you both.

  Mercy Graves : This isn't one of your battles where it's good versus evil, because we are the good guys fighting to save this country. We'll do whatever it takes to win.

  [she turns and shoots Otis] 

  Otis Graves : Help! Supergirl!

  [she flies in and saves him just before his motorcycle crashes; landing nearby, she sees he's wearing a bulletproof vest] 

  Otis Graves : You really thought my sister would kill me? You think you stopped us tonight, but the fuse was lit. And it's gonna be beautiful.

• James Olsen : You realize you're turning into Cat, right?

  Kara Danvers : What? No.

  James Olsen : To a "T". It's kind of freaking me out. You just said "tick tock". You might as well have said "chop chop".

  Kara Danvers : Did I say that?

  James Olsen : You... you did.

• [first lines] 

  Little Girl : [Her heroine stopped the meteor]  Thank you, Supergirl.

  Supergirl : [bright beaming smile]  You're welcome.

  [leaps into the sky]