From deep beneath the waves to the far reaches of space, countless heroines use their extraordinary gifts to help people and fight villains.

The arrival of the trailer for 2026's Supergirl has fans everywhere excited for the newest female-led superhero movie. However, the history of superhero films led by women is a mixed bag at best.

CHICAGO -- "Captain Marvel" hits theaters Thursday night with the first female led superhero screen sensation. ABC 7 Chicago's Janet Davies talks to Brie Larson, the actress, who brings this game ...

Despite male superheroes like Superman and Spider-Man hogging the spotlight for some time now, several female superhero movies out there deserve more attention, such as Black Widow and Captain Marvel.