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Smallville Reunion: Erica Durance Talks Lois Lane, Animated Sequel, and More

Smallville was an incredibly popular television show! Everyone remembers watching the adventures of Clark Kent, as he grows up. That included, a cast of incredible characters! You know, the ones who helped him through it all!

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But if you want to know the real stars? You've got to check out the characters that are there through every turn and twist!

And you might also see how powerful, compelling, and legendary, these individuals have become.

One character that we cannot forget! That has been incredibly memorable and inspiring to so many fans is Lois Lane, as she plays one of Superman's closest allies! This remarkable series, which started in 2001 gave audiences a show to watch that had a legacy, staying with audiences for 10 years! What was really unique about "Smallville?"

Fans have shared countless memories, and to get more of this greatness the show Smallville was celebrated by Creation Entertainment, with a fan convention! The celebration took place, in New Jersey! With the help of the actors from Smallville!

Also Read: Superman vs. President Lex Luthor by Tom Welling: Amazing Smallville Fan Art.

Celebrating The Show

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To keep all this going, Smallville, as we move forward into 2024 continues to attract those who really like these classics! These stories have captivated so many, from one generation to the next, it continues to be a beloved classic series, that has brought its cast and those behind this incredible adventure a tremendous amount of respect and attention.

Even as time has progressed, this event in New Jersey was something special.

One of those incredible talents that took a very iconic role.

The first time this kind of Smallville themed Convention had ever taken place was an epic event. It allowed audiences a way to reconnect. The cast came back together, showing that there are truly special friendships that last for a long, long time.

  • The convention brought back these amazing performers, which include Tom Welling, the famous star of "Smallville."
  • Erica Durance is another great name in the cast!
  • And so is Michael Rosenbaum
  • And Kristin Kreuk
  • We couldn't forget Aaron Ashmore, Laura Vandervoort and John Glover!

The creators gave everyone such a fantastic event that continues the legacy of the series! If you want to watch this amazing story for the first time or give it a rewatch now that we are almost in 2025! There have also been hints that an animated sequel could be in the works.

Also Read: DC Fan Art Images Tom Welling's Smallville Superman in the Future Gets 10 Suit Designs.

The Impact of Smallville

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When it was a series on The CW that gave viewers so many epic superhero moments, we get to explore one of Erica Durance’s big thoughts about how this series has influenced a lot of viewers!

  • What she had shared was that Durance truly feels like this show brought a unique way to tell stories. They didn’t take this iconic character from DC and show him already at peak super powers, instead it allowed audiences to get Superman's origins.
  • "Smallville was different because this show allowed for viewers to see the challenges.
  • For anyone who was really drawn into Smallville, it was more about real-world emotions and relatable experiences!

To continue her incredible career in the world of acting! Fans loved Durance for so long, but they'll also appreciate that there's something about the role of "Lois Lane", she played.

It's clear that this incredible performance really stuck with a lot of fans.

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Connecting with The Cast and Audience

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Erica Durance is an amazing actress and a really cool person who loves the fans, as she always seems to be talking about all those amazing memories from Smallville, even reconnecting on-camera with those who appeared alongside her Tom Welling. That means these two will be reunited. They share what their special moment is and why the show remains important!

It is amazing to see the talent and also what a strong, loving community it brought together! The shows popularity just continues and will forever be memorable.

Durance went on to explain how lucky she was to play this role.

  • She enjoyed seeing so many fans over the past couple of decades.
  • She got to hear how this character inspired many people to pursue journalism!

She talked about the fans who came up to her! Even so many years after the show wrapped. That’s what makes the whole project so awesome!

Also Read: Smallville's Clark Kent: What Happened to His Powers? 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' Explained

The Power Of Smallville:

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We may never really know! But one thing that Durance mentioned in this new article is an important aspect for actors and all of us: The impact of making this kind of show. What’s important is those that watched, as we learned.

What this means, is the shows long term effects!

  • There’s this special connection
  • It’s the moment fans can talk about
  • Those who love the series can really come together.
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For all of the fans who loved Smallville!

For many fans it might be obvious! It's one of those shows where fans have some really great questions.

The series was more centered around Clark Kent. There were a ton of amazing female characters as well!

  • Lois was there and the big support
  • You've got to love that "Lana" and those super cool, inspiring female leads!

Fans and Durance had some amazing ideas as to why we never saw those female roles fleshed out, maybe the idea that there wouldn't be any real stories in a movie! You might think of a Superman movie, where the focus might always be on Clark Kent. They got to bring even more to this exciting series! The actresses from Smallville got to show how much they truly care.

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With that big moment on "The CW, there's another idea of an animated Smallville movie!

Welling and Rosenbaum were excited to do so.

"Durance got the chance to look forward, talking about this animated version, too!

  • What they might do is explore some of the more complex aspects of the character "Lois Lane".
  • This could help the story become more emotional and even have some humor. It sounds awesome to many!
  • Durance stated she really wanted to show this other side of her character to the world.

"Smallville" went on and we had this awesome chance to see a really amazing return. Fans will recall it as "Crisis On Infinite Earths", an incredible part of the series!

  • That gave fans such an extra layer of excitement! We even saw how much Lois Lane and Clark Kent have evolved.

A huge, wild and thrilling story! The return of Durance really gave this story new energy!

If "Durance" had the opportunity to come back into the universe she had one of the best roles that anyone could have dreamed of. DC Comics, especially under the leadership of James Gunn! What's great is she was totally in.

But not only was she willing to give it another try.

  • Durance is just as excited about all these stories.
  • A fantastic performer who brought joy to millions through Smallville, but who also had so many chances to explore this wild and imaginative universe. Smallville and all the great actors who made these incredible journeys to captivate their fans! What made the series so special for so many was how real the characters felt!
  • This legacy remains. You can hear it from so many! Fans will certainly be glued to any project, including the Smallville animated film and Durance!

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