Smallville Season 1 Direct

The season ended with Clark surviving a tornado to save Lana, but losing his father’s trust, and Lex officially beginning his descent into darkness. It was the end of innocence for everyone. Yes. Absolutely.

Here is the definitive deep dive into the pilot season that launched a thousand ships (and one red jacket). The brilliant tagline for Smallville was simple: "No tights, no flights." This promise freed the writers from the expectations of the comics. In Smallville Season 1 , Clark Kent (Tom Welling) is a 14-year-old freshman at Smallville High. He has no idea he is from Krypton, no costume, and no ability to fly. He is terrified of his own strength.

is currently streaming on Hulu and Amazon Prime. Whether you are revisiting for nostalgia or discovering Clark Kent for the first time, start here. It is the "Year One" of television, and it flies high without ever leaving the ground. Final Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5) Best Character: Lex Luthor (Michael Rosenbaum) Best Quote: "The only thing missing is the cornfield." – Lex Luthor