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Brainiac 5 is Cast

In an uncharacteristically early announcement, TVline.com has learned that Jesse Rath has been cast as the 12th level intelligence being from the 31st century, Brainiac 5! Fans of the comic books will undoubtedly know that Supergirl and the Legion of Superheroes have had a lot of connection throughout the years. Brainiac 5 and Kara especially! Expect to see Brainiac 5 in episode 310 which is titled "The Legion of Superheroes"! Brainiac 5 is described as:

Half computer, half organic life and boasting a 12-level intellect, Brainiac 5 is a member of the Legion of Super-Heroes who travels to National City from the 31st Century to help Supergirl and the DEO battle Reign

With episode 309 being titled Reign and episode 310 now titled "The Legion of Superheroes" we are thinking that Kara is going to get her butt handed to her in her first fight against Reign. With such a strategic loss, the Legion will travel back in time to help her learn to be even stronger and faster than ever before. Of course that is just our thoughts. Let us know what you think in the comments below and in the forum! Keep us your advertisement free source for Supergirl news and visit the support page!

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#37 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastNikki 2017-11-07 01:44
Quoting Littlegoldfish666:
I'm curious. This is Brainiac 5. Were there ever a Brainiac 1, 2, 3 and 4?

I've heard about him and Kara from some folks on fb. Sounds like an intriguing pairing


Brainiac 1 is the Superman Villain, Brainaic 2 is Vril Dox, Brainiac 3 is Lyrl Dox, Brainiac 4 tends to change based on continuity.
#36 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastMs.Luthor 2017-11-06 23:31
Quoting DraftingDrafter:
Jesse IMO is a pretty decent actor. I used to watch Defiance and his acting from what I can remember was watchable. 

Personally I'd like to wait for the actual episode to see the legion members' outfits. I'm interested to see how they approach Brainy, if they'll go the Indigo route in terms of looks for him.


That's good to know, I hope he delivers a great version of Brainiac 5.

I think I'm with you on the costumes. I'd like to be surprised. But I'm afraid that if the costumes aren't all that great it'll negatively affect my opinion of the episode.
+2 #35 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastDraftingDrafter 2017-11-06 22:20
Quoting squishpanda:
it's most likely another Mxy scenario of unrequited affection. Kreisberg did mention it would be fun to watch so I think his crush on Kara would provide endless comedic moments

I agree that it'll be an unrequited type of thing between them. Hopefully it's lighthearted too!

Quoting Thalolli:
I don't see that many Karamels getting bent out of shape, I see more non-Karamels gloating pre-emptively. But great attempt to paint all Karamels in a negative light and stir up conflict.

I for one hope that he's a good actor, the character is certainly interesting, it will be fun to see him interact with the regular cast. I hope they post a sneak preview of the in costume looks of Saturngirl and Brainiac soon since they already gave us a tease for Reign's look.


Things are relatively calm right now for the most part, but social media was in a frenzy earlier. Some fans we're up in arms while others weren't. Let's be honest here, we knew this would happen if any new 'love interests' were introduced; it isn't shocking that some fans would be ticked off.

Jesse IMO is a pretty decent actor. I used to watch Defiance and his acting from what I can remember was watchable.

Personally I'd like to wait for the actual episode to see the legion members' outfits. I'm interested to see how they approach Brainy, if they'll go the Indigo route in terms of looks for him.
+1 #34 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastThalolli 2017-11-06 18:42
I don't see that many Karamels getting bent out of shape, I see more non-Karamels gloating pre-emptively. But great attempt to paint all Karamels in a negative light and stir up conflict.

I for one hope that he's a good actor, the character is certainly interesting, it will be fun to see him interact with the regular cast. I hope they post a sneak preview of the in costume looks of Saturngirl and Brainiac soon since they already gave us a tease for Reign's look.
+3 #33 RE: Brainiac 5 is Castsquishpanda 2017-11-06 15:42
Those Karamels getting bent out of shape about this need to calm way down. lol Interestingly, they didn't cast some Justin Hartley type (no offense to Jesse btw) so I really doubt they'd go the LI route. A quick Google search would reveal that Rath isn't even physically as tall as Melissa so it's most likely another Mxy scenario of unrequited affection. Kreisberg did mention it would be fun to watch so I think his crush on Kara would provide endless comedic moments (even between him and Mon-El since B5 created the lead poisoning cure and they have quite the dynamic in the comics). Saturn Girl is probably more of a threat to the KM ship than B5 to be honest (I mean, the actress they cast is a looker for sure).
+1 #32 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastRH321 2017-11-06 15:19
Quoting Kelly:
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSS...... that is how Kara gets over Mon-el. LMAO, looks like the writers have decided to just piss off ALL of the shippers. My kinda writing. LOL

As far as your legion theory SM, that could very well be true.


oh my goodness...................THIS SEASON IS BLOWING MY MIND! Could it get even better and I get my Supergirl on the wall hanging panel from the comics? *sighs* loving this season.


I suspect it will be more akin to a Barry/Patty thing. I don't think he will become her permanent love interest.
#31 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastLittlegoldfish666 2017-11-06 15:01
I'd imagine there would be an original Brainiac. Hadn't heard of a Brainiac 2,3 or 4 though. Maybe I should start reading the comics and find out how this Brainiac stuff works

Oh I forgot about Indigo
+2 #30 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastRomulus 2017-11-06 14:32
Should be an interesting back-half for S3. Let's hope it enhances and doesn't overwhelm the main storyline. In any event, welcome aboard, Jesse! Do the character proud. ;-)
+1 #29 RE: Brainiac 5 is Castvantheman77 2017-11-06 13:50
Why do I have this feeling that the show may end with Supergirl and Mon-El staying in the 31st Century with Brainiac 5 and the Legion of Superheroes.

Indigo was Brainiac 8.
#28 RE: Brainiac 5 is CastKET1 2017-11-06 13:49
Quoting Littlegoldfish666:
I'm curious. This is Brainiac 5. Were there ever a Brainiac 1, 2, 3 and 4?


Indigo was a Brainiac, but I forget her number. :)

Given that fact, the introductions might get a bit awkward.


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