Yet another DC Comics TV series is coming our way later this year, but it won’t be focusing on a big name superhero like Supergirl or The Flash. Powerless stars Vanessa Hudgens as a , “spunky young insurance adjuster specializing in regular-people coverage against damage caused by the crime-fighting superheroes.” That’s right, it’s The Office with superheroes!
“It’s when [Hudgens’ character] stands up to one of these larger-than-life figures (after an epic battle messes with her commute) that she accidentally becomes a cult ‘hero’ in her own right … even if it’s just to her group of lovably quirky co-workers,” reads the show’s description. “Now, while she navigates her normal, everyday life against an explosive backdrop, Emily might just discover that being a hero doesn’t always require superpowers.”
The cast also includes Alan Tudyk, Danny Pudi, and Christina Kirk, and the first images and poster can be found in the gallery below. Powerless is certainly a unique take on the superhero genre, but may not work if the series is unable to mention bigger name superheroes. The character you see a glimpse of in these images is D-Lister Crimson Fox.
Regardless, Powerless looks like it has some potential, and Vanessa Hudgens being the lead is definitely a bonus. Here’s hoping NBC handle this better than they did Constantine, eh?
