Smallville, a television series about the young life of Clark Kent, premiered on The WB network.
The WB network, which aired Smallville, merged with UPN to create The CW, shifting the network landscape during Smallville's run.
Following The WB's merger, Smallville continued airing on the newly formed The CW network.
Smallville aired its final episode, concluding the series after 10 seasons.
A meteor shower brings a spaceship carrying Kal-El from the planet Krypton, crashing in a small town called Smallville, Kansas.
Clark uses his emerging powers to save Lana Lang from drowning in a farm pond, marking his first heroic act.
Clark Kent first meets Lex Luthor, starting their complex friendship and future rivalry.
Mutations caused by the meteor shower start appearing in Smallville, threatening its people and challenging Clark.
Clark connects with his peers by joining the football team, establishing normalcy despite his alien origin.
Clark saves Chloe Sullivan from danger, cementing a close friendship that remains integral throughout his life.
Clark unearths his origins and understands his Kryptonian heritage, giving him purpose and identity.
Clark Kent and Lana Lang begin a romantic relationship, adding complexity to his double life.
Clark exposes Lionel Luthor's sinister plans, protecting Smallville from corporate corruption.
Clark's heroic reputation grows as he saves the city of Metropolis from a catastrophic event.
Clark accepts his destiny, taking on the mantle of Superman to protect humanity on a larger scale.
