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Smallville

Smallville

20018
DrameAction & AdventureScience-Fiction & Fantastique
Sortie
16 oct. 2001
Pays
États-Unis
Productions
DCWarner Bros. TelevisionTollin/Robbins ProductionsMillar Gough Ink
Les origines du plus grand héros du monde – de l’arrivée de l’exilé kryptonien Kal-él sur Terre, à travers ses années d’adolescence tumultueuses, jusqu’aux dernières étapes de Clark Kent vers l’acceptation de son destin en tant que l’Homme d’acier.

About

Quick guide

Smallville follows a young Clark Kent as he discovers his powers and navigates teenage life. The show charts his growth toward becoming the Man of Steel.

Set in the quiet town of Smallville, Kansas, the series follows Kal-El—known as Clark Kent—through his late teens and early twenties. While he struggles with school, friendships, and first love, his alien heritage slowly surfaces. The narrative explores his internal conflict, moral choices, and the looming presence of a looming meteor event that will test his emerging abilities.

What to know

  • 10 seasons, 217 episodes
  • Premiered Oct 16, 2001, concluded Sept 25, 2009
  • Stars Tom Welling as Clark and Michael Rosenbaum as Lex
  • No full costume until the final episode
  • Romantic subplot with Lana Lang (Kristin Kreuk)
  • Show includes other DC heroes as guest villains

Watch if

If you enjoy character‑driven superhero dramas that blend teen angst with cosmic destiny, Smallville offers a grounded, dialogue‑heavy journey from ordinary high‑schooler to future hero.

Skip if

If you prefer high‑energy action without the slow‑burn introspection, or if you dislike shows that weave politics and moral ambiguity into the storyline, this series might feel sluggish.

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Early Days in Smallville
The series opens in 1989 with a young Clark Kent adjusting to high school life, family, and the strange meteor that landed in town. Early episodes focus on Clark’s ordinary routine, his friendship with Pete Ross, and the first subtle signs of his Kryptonian heritage.
Emergence of Powers
As the seasons progress, Clark’s latent abilities surface—flight, super‑strength, and heightened senses. Episodes explore his struggle to control these powers while keeping them a secret from classmates and authorities.
Friendship with Lex Luthor
Lex, a brilliant but ambitious student, becomes Clark’s confidant and rival. Their bond evolves from camaraderie to rivalry, foreshadowing their eventual conflict on a global stage.
Romantic Ties with Lana Lang
Lana serves as Clark’s first love interest, providing emotional stakes. Their relationship is complicated by Clark’s secret identity, Lana’s family pressures, and the looming danger of meteors.
Metaphorical Meteors
The meteor showers that strike Smallville symbolize the external threats Clark faces and the internal upheaval of his powers. These events act as catalysts for major plot twists and character development.
Cliffhanger to Man of Steel
The final season culminates in Clark’s decision to confront the meteor threat, leading to his first major act of heroism. The episode hints at his future as the iconic Man of Steel without fully revealing it.

FAQ

48 Q&A
What is the deal with the yellow roses?
Yellow roses often symbolize friendship in Smallville. They are a recurring gift from Chloe to Clark, representing their close bond.
Who is Lois Lane in Smallville?
Lois Lane is the cousin of Chloe Sullivan. She comes to Smallville to investigate Chloe's supposed death and becomes a reporter.
Who is Martha Kent in Smallville?
Martha Kent is Clark's adoptive mother. She and her husband Jonathan raise Clark and help him hide his powers.
How does Clark learn to control his powers?
Clark learns to control his powers through practice, guidance from his parents, and sometimes through difficult experiences and training.
Does Clark become Superman by the end of Smallville?
Yes, Clark fully embraces his destiny as Superman in the series finale, leaving Smallville to begin his career in Metropolis.
Who is Brainiac in Smallville?
Brainiac is an advanced alien artificial intelligence. He is a recurring villain who seeks to collect knowledge and often poses a threat to humanity and Kryptonians.
What is the Kents' role in Clark's upbringing?
Jonathan and Martha Kent are Clark's adoptive parents. They provide him with a moral compass and help him navigate the challenges of having superpowers.
What is the significance of Kryptonite in Smallville?
Kryptonite is radioactive material from Clark's home planet, Krypton. It weakens him and can be harmful, but it also has various other effects on people and objects.
Who is Lex Luthor in Smallville?
Lex Luthor starts as Clark's friend but becomes his greatest enemy. He is a wealthy businessman who becomes obsessed with Clark and his abilities.
What is Smallville about?
Smallville is about the early years of Superman, Clark Kent. It shows how he grew up in Smallville, Kansas, and learned to use his powers.
What is Lionel Luthor's relationship with Lex?
Lionel Luthor is Lex's father. Their relationship is very strained and manipulative, marked by Lionel's control and Lex's desire for his approval.
Who plays Clark Kent in Smallville?
Tom Welling plays Clark Kent in Smallville.
What is the role of the Torch newspaper?
The Torch is the high school newspaper where Clark, Chloe, and later Lois work as reporters. It is often where they uncover mysteries and local dangers.
What is the Justice League's formation in Smallville?
The Justice League begins to form in Smallville when Clark, Green Arrow, Aquaman, and Victor Stone (Cyborg) team up to fight common threats.
What is the Darkseid story arc in Smallville?
The Darkseid story arc involves Clark facing the ultimate evil, Darkseid, a powerful being from another planet. It is a major battle for the fate of the world.
Who is Chloe Sullivan in Smallville?
Chloe Sullivan is Clark's best friend and a talented journalist. She is one of the few people who knows Clark's secret and helps him investigate strange events.
What are some common 'freaks of the week' in Smallville?
Common 'freaks of the week' are people affected by meteor rocks or alien technology, gaining temporary superpowers or causing harm.
Does Clark Kent know he has powers at the start of Smallville?
Clark knows he is different and has some unusual abilities at the start, but he doesn't fully understand or control them.
What is Lana Lang's role in Smallville?
Lana Lang is Clark's first love interest. She is a resident of Smallville who is often drawn into the strange events happening in town.
Who is Jonathan Kent in Smallville?
Jonathan Kent is Clark's adoptive father. He is a farmer who teaches Clark about honesty, responsibility, and how to be a good person.
What is the Legion of Super-Heroes' involvement?
The Legion of Super-Heroes are time travelers from the future. They visit Clark in Smallville to guide him and warn him about future threats.
What is the main conflict in Smallville?
The main conflict is Clark Kent's struggle to control his powers, hide his alien origins, and decide whether to use his abilities for good while facing many enemies.
Who is Kara Zor-El in Smallville?
Kara Zor-El is Clark's cousin, also known as Supergirl. She arrives on Earth from Krypton and helps Clark understand his heritage.
What is the Fortress of Solitude in Smallville?
The Fortress of Solitude is an arctic base created by Clark's Kryptonian ancestors. It serves as a place for him to train and learn about his past.
What is the significance of Smallville's meteor showers?
The meteor showers are fragments from Krypton that fell to Earth. They brought Kryptonite and other alien elements, causing many of the strange events in Smallville.
What is the purpose of the Talon café?
The Talon is a coffee shop and gathering place in Smallville that becomes important to several characters.
Who are some recurring villains besides Lex Luthor?
Other bad guys include Brainiac, General Zod, and various Kryptonian villains.
Were there any spin-offs from Smallville?
Yes, there was a spin-off show called 'Aquaman' that didn't get picked up for a full series.
Who wrote the theme song for Smallville?
The theme song, 'Save Me,' was written by Remy Zero.
What is the meaning of the name 'Smallville'?
Smallville is the fictional hometown of Clark Kent, where he grew up before becoming Superman.
How do other characters discover Clark's secret?
Clark's secret is revealed to different characters at different times, often through dangerous situations or their own investigations.
What was the inspiration for Smallville?
The show was inspired by the Superman comics, focusing on Clark Kent's younger years.
What is the deal with the ancient symbols?
These symbols are from Krypton, Clark's home planet, and often hint at prophecies or hidden dangers.
What happens to the main characters in the finale?
In the finale, Clark fully embraces his destiny as Superman, Lex Luthor meets a tragic end, and Lois Lane learns Clark's secret.
Who is the most popular character in Smallville?
While popularity can vary, Clark Kent and Lex Luthor are generally considered the most central and impactful characters.
What are Clark's major moral dilemmas?
Clark often struggles with whether to use his powers, when to reveal his secret, and how to protect his loved ones.
What is the relationship between Clark and Lex?
Clark and Lex start as close friends, but their relationship becomes strained and eventually adversarial due to conflicting paths and betrayals.
Who directed most episodes of Smallville?
Joe Different directed many episodes of Smallville.
What is the role of Dr. Swann?
Dr. Swann was a scientist who studied Kryptonian artifacts and left behind clues for Clark.
What is the significance of the blood?
The blood in the series often relates to Kryptonian heritage and can have special or dangerous properties.
What is the meaning of the 'blur'?
The 'blur' is how people see Clark when he uses his super speed, a hint of his future as Superman.
Where is Smallville set?
The series is set in the fictional town of Smallville, Kansas.
How does Smallville portray the origin of Superman's mythos?
Smallville shows Clark Kent's journey from his arrival on Earth as a baby to his development into the hero Superman.
What are the main themes of Smallville?
Key themes include destiny, friendship, good versus evil, and the struggle to find one's identity.
How does Lex Luthor change throughout the series?
Lex starts as a kind and brilliant man but gradually becomes corrupted by power and his own dark nature, turning into a villain.
Who is Whitney Fordman?
Whitney Fordman is Clark Kent's initial football rival and later becomes a friend who also has a crush on Lana Lang.
How does the series handle the transition to Metropolis?
The later seasons show Clark and other characters moving to Metropolis, dealing with new challenges and Clark stepping closer to his Superman role.
How long did Smallville run for?
Smallville ran for ten seasons, from 2001 to 2011.

Acteurs

Tom Welling
Tom Welling
Clark Kent
Erica Durance
Erica Durance
Lois Lane
Cassidy Freeman
Cassidy Freeman
Tess Mercer
Justin Hartley
Justin Hartley
Oliver Queen