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Supergirl S1E9 — Blood Bonds
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Supergirl•Season 1•Episode 9

Blood Bonds

7.6/10 · 2,996 votesJan 4, 201642 min

Ranked #10 of 20 in Season 1•−0.1 vs season avg

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With Astra in captivity at the DEO, her husband, Non, captures Hank, leading to a tense standoff between the two sides. Also, Kara continues to refute Cat's allegations that she is Supergirl.

Directed bySteve Shill
Written byTed Sullivan, Derek Simon
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Melissa Benoist

Melissa Benoist

Kara Danvers / Supergirl / Kara Zor-El

Chyler Leigh

Chyler Leigh

Alex Danvers / Sentinel

David Harewood

David Harewood

J'onn J'onzz / Martian Manhunter

Jeremy Jordan

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Winn Schott

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Chris Gann

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Derek Simon

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Episode Summary

"Blood Bonds" is episode 9 of Supergirl season 1. It scored 7.6/10 from 2,996 votes, ranking #10 of 20 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Steve Shill and written by Ted Sullivan, Derek Simon, it aired on January 4, 2016.

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