The SuperGal (1986): cast, story & where to watch

1986 · Film · ★ 6

The SuperGal poster

Released in 1986, The SuperGal is a comedy, animation and science fiction film directed by Motosuke Takahashi, running about 50 minutes. “That's the way the cookie crumbles. Even for a tough cookie.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Maris is a freelance bounty hunter/soldier of fortune who just wants to be so rich that she doesn't have to work anymore. Just one slight problem... Maris is from a world of super strong beings, and constantly has to pay for damages she and her parents inflict wherever they go,

Who’s in it. The SuperGal stars Toshio Furukawa as Shuryou Koganemaru (voice), Sumi Shimamoto as Sue (voice), Sukekiyo Kameyama as Father (voice) and Atsuko Mine as Mother (voice), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The SuperGal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The SuperGal page.

If you liked it. Fans of The SuperGal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The SuperGal (1986)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The SuperGal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The SuperGal worth watching?
The SuperGal holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The SuperGal?
The SuperGal stars Toshio Furukawa, Sumi Shimamoto, Sukekiyo Kameyama, Atsuko Mine and Joji Yanami.
When was The SuperGal released?
The SuperGal was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.