Smallville
Superman's adolescence in his Kansas hometown
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About Smallville
Released: 2001
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TV14
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Cast
Tom Welling, Erica Durance, Justin Hartley, Cassidy Freeman, Allison Mack
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About Smallville
Smallville is an American television series based on the legendary DC Comics character Superman. The series ran from 2001 to 2011, and portrays Clark Kent's life in the small town of Smallville, Kansas before he became Superman. The series explores Clark's journey, discovering his alien origins and the use of his powers, while battling various villains, forming relationships and gradually rising to his destiny as Superman.Making / Production
The show was developed by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, who strived to bring a new interpretation to the Superman story. With a strong focus on character development and storytelling, they succeeded in bringing the iconic superhero into the 21st century.Actors
- Tom Welling as Clark Kent/Superman: He excellently portrayed the coming of age and evolution of Clark Kent into Superman.
- Micheal Rosenbaum as Lex Luthor: Rosenbaum's Lex is a complex character, starting as Clark's friend, but eventually becoming his nemesis.
- Erica Durance as Lois Lane: Durance played Superman's future love interest, Lois Lane, with a great balance of toughness and vulnerability.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The series is set in Kansas, but was actually filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Tom Welling is the actor with the most screen time as Superman.
- 'Smallville' actually coined the term 'no tights, no flights' -signifying the decision to keep Clark's abilities grounded and relatable.
Awards
Over its 10 year run, 'Smallville' received numerous awards including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Sound Editing and the Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Breakout Show.Quotes
- "Sometimes the right way isn't the easiest one." - Clark Kent
- "The important thing is not how we come into the world, but what kind of people we become after we are here." - Martha Kent
Music, Soundtrack
- The iconic theme song of 'Smallville' is 'Save Me' by Remy Zero.
- Each season of Smallville saw an enticing mix of both popular and indie music to complement the visual storytelling.
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About Smallville
Smallville follows Clark Kent's teenage years, portraying his journey from farm boy to Superman in a small Kansas town.