Ep 20. Dark Side of the Moon

Set in the vibrant DC Universe, Supergirl tells the story of Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin who was sent to Earth to protect him but was diverted to the Phantom Zone. After several decades, she finally emerges as Supergirl with her unique powers, and she starts to live a double life as a mild-mannered assistant to CatCo Worldwide Media’s media mogul and a powerful Kryptonian superhero who works to keep National City and the world safe from all kinds of threats.

Supergirl season 3 episode 20 follows Supergirl and Mon-El as they travel to a distant planet with their formidable enemies to find a solution to stop the Worldkillers who threatened to destroy the Earth. However, when they land on the planet, they find themselves in a precarious situation as the planet's red sun affects them, leaving their powers weakened. They must also avoid the fire raining on the planet due to the volatile sun that surrounds the planet. And they have to accomplish this mission before the planet is destroyed.

This episode of Supergirl captures the essence of classic superhero storytelling with an exhilarating mix of action, adventure, and drama. The characters are all well-defined with unique personalities and abilities, and the performances are outstanding. The villains are given depth and motivations that make them more than just one-dimensional antagonists. The special effects are also top-notch, particularly the scenes involving Supergirl's powers and the planet's apocalyptic landscapes.

At its core, Dark Side of the Moon is a story about hope, the choices we make, and the potential consequences of those decisions. The characters are forced to confront their fears and their doubts about their purpose, but they ultimately demonstrate the courage and determination required to achieve their goals.

Supergirl (Melissa Benoist) is as inspiring as ever as she struggles with her weakened state and her anxiety about the fate of the Earth. She is determined to defeat the Worldkillers and prevent the apocalypse, even when it means putting herself in danger. Mon-El (Chris Wood) is an excellent partner for her, bringing his unique perspective and skills to the mission and supporting her through the tough moments. He also brings a new relationship dynamic that adds a layer of drama to the story.

The other characters are not forgotten, and they all play essential roles in the episode. Lena Luthor (Katie McGrath) is dealing with her guilt over her secret experiments with Kryptonian technology that could have unintended consequences. James Olsen (Mehcad Brooks) and Winn Schott (Jeremy Jordan) are working to help the citizens of National City who are caught in the crossfire between the Worldkillers and Supergirl. J'onn J'onzz (David Harewood) is struggling with his decision to resign as director of the DEO to help his father on Mars.

Overall, Supergirl season 3 episode 20, Dark Side of the Moon, is a thrilling and emotional instalment that further cements the show's status as one of the most exciting superhero series on television. It captures the essence of the superhero genre with its action-packed scenes, complex characters, and meaningful themes. Whether you're a fan of the comic books, the character, or just great TV, this episode is not one to be missed.