Superman & Lois
By Monique Jones,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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Superman's fatherly heroics include empathy and compassion.
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What's the Story?
SUPERMAN & LOIS follows Clark Kent (Tyler Hoechlin) and Lois Lane's (Elizabeth Tulloch) journey into parenthood as they raise their sons Jordan (Alex Garfin) and Jonathan (Jordan Elsass) in Clark's hometown of Smallville. While Clark learns to balance fatherhood with superheroism and Lois takes on corporate mogul Morgan Edge (Adam Rayner), a mysterious stranger named Captain Luthor (Wolé Parks) makes it his mission to try to kill the Man of Steel.
Is It Any Good?
Superman & Lois starts out more domestically than some might expect, complete with discussions about bank loans given to Smallville's farmers. However, the realistic soon gives way to the fantastic as Clark and Lois realize one of their sons, Jordan, has superpowers of his own. The time Clark spends with Jordan is where the show's dual focus on the domestic and the impossible works the most seamlessly.
As it stands, however, Superman & Lois follows in the tradition of other Superman series like Smallville by showing that at his heart, Clark is a man who loves family and community over his flashy superhero life. Clark puts his family first as he tries to balance the needs of the world with the needs of his wife and children. Meanwhile, Lois uses her journalistic skills to fight against Morgan Edge, a businessman she sees as a scoundrel who drains small towns of their money. Even the show's villain, Captain Luthor, has reasons for doing what he does rooted in family and honor. In Superman & Lois, the bonds of family and community are rich with storytelling potential.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Clark Kent's heroism. How does he exemplify heroism at home and as Superman?
How does Jordan's journey towards self-acceptance reflect or differ from your own?
How does the Kent family show empathy and compassion towards each other?
How does Lois' job as a journalist reflect the role journalists have in today's society?
How have you supported a family member through a tough time, similar to how Jordan's family supports him through his anxiety?
TV Details
- Premiere date: February 23, 2021
- Cast: Tyler Hoechlin , Elizabeth Tulloch , Jordan Elsass , Alex Garfin
- Network: CW
- Genre: Science Fiction
- Topics: Superheroes , High School
- Character Strengths: Communication , Courage , Empathy
- TV rating: TV-14
- Award: Common Sense Selection
- Last updated: May 24, 2023
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