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TV-PG
1988
4 Seasons
6.2 (1,387)

Superboy is an American television series that aired in syndication from 1988 to 1992. The show was based on the DC comics character Superboy, who is also known as Clark Kent when he is not wearing his iconic red and blue costume. The show was produced by Alexander and Ilya Salkind, who also produced the Superman films in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The show starred Stacy Haiduk as Lana Lang and Gerard Christopher as Clark Kent/Superboy. Haidukâs portrayal of Lana Lang was praised by many fans of the series, as she brought a sense of depth and realism to the character that had previously been lacking in previous adaptations. Christopherâs portrayal of Superboy was also well-received, as he brought a sense of charm and wit to the character, while still embodying the heroic qualities that fans had come to expect from the character. The show takes place in the fictional town of Shuster University, which is named after Supermanâs co-creator, Joe Shuster. The town is located in Florida, which gives the show a unique setting among other superhero stories. The show follows the adventures of Superboy and Lana as they investigate various crimes and protect the citizens of Shuster University from super-powered threats. One of the most unique aspects of Superboy is the way it handles the characterâs origin story. Unlike other adaptations of the character, the show does not focus on his infant years on Krypton or his upbringing in Smallville. Instead, the show takes place during Superboyâs college years, which allows the show to explore new aspects of the characterâs development that had not been previously explored. The supporting cast of Superboy is also notable, as it includes a number of characters that were created specifically for the show. One of the most memorable of these is Professor Phineas Potter, who is played by Sherman Hemsley. Potter is a brilliant inventor who helps Superboy on a number of occasions throughout the series. Another notable character is TJ White, who is played by Jim Calvert. TJ is the editor of the Shuster Herald, the local newspaper, and is a frequent ally of Superboy. Overall, Superboy was a well-received adaptation of the classic DC character, thanks in large part to the strong performances of its cast and its unique setting. While the show is not as well-known as other superhero adaptations from the era, it remains a beloved cult classic among fans of the character and fans of superhero television in general.

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Seasons

4 3 2 1

22. Rites of Passage (2)

May 17, 1992

Superboy is on the verge of losing his powers forever, which causes his alter ego of Clark Kent to search for the elusive crystal which holds the key to his past and will ultimately lead him through his "Rites Of Passage."

21. Rites of Passage (1)

May 10, 1992

Superboy looses his powers and now an investigation begins to discover the curious force that caused it.

20. Metamorphosis

May 3, 1992

Superboy continues to battle changing evil in "Metamorphosis."

19. Obituary for a Super Hero

April 26, 1992

Lex Luthor has just hit Superboy with a deadly kryptonite bomb. Now he gloriously recounts in detail how he planned and executed the devious plan, which he feels certain has killed Superboy.

18. Cat and Mouse

April 19, 1992

Superboy gets entagled in a dangerous game of "Cat And Mouse."

17. Who Is Superboy?

March 1, 1992

Superboy's secret identity is challenged in "Who Is Superboy?"

16. Out of Luck

February 23, 1992

Superboy continues to battle evil in "Out Of Luck."

15. Threesome (2)

February 16, 1992

Superboy continues to battle the newly formed threesome of Lex Luthor, Metallo and Dr. Odessa Vexman. As their destructive potential continues to rise, Superboy must stop them before it's too late.

14. Threesome (1)

February 9, 1992

A prison psychiatrist helps Lex Luthor and Metallo escape, all three quickly turning their attention to stopping Superboy once and for all.

13. West of Alpha Centauri

February 2, 1992

Superboy is kidnapped by an alien force and taken to a paradise planet near Alpha Centauri. Will he ever return?

12. To Be Human (2)

January 26, 1992

Chaos has captured Superboy and plans to throw him off the roof of Capital City's tallest building at midnight. Now human, Bizarro must restore his powers in order to stop Chaos and save Superboy.

11. To Be Human (1)

January 19, 1992

While trying to help Bizarro with his depression, Superboy's powers are weakened, leaving him vulnerable to the evil villain Chaos, who plans to destroy him once and for all.

10. Into the Mystery

December 8, 1991

While saving a young man, Superboy encounters a ghostly woman, which leads him on a search for his Aunt Cassandra, who he hasn't seen since he was a child.

9. Hell Breaks Loose

December 1, 1991

A troublesome ghost is haunting the Bureau, wrecking havoc on the office and its employees. To stop him Superboy and Lana must discover the secret as to how the ghost was killed in the building fifty years earlier...

8. Know Thine Enemy (2)

November 24, 1991

Superboy is trapped inside Lex Luthor's virtual reality computer program, and now Lana must enter the program to save Superboy before it's too late.

7. Know Thine Enemy (1)

November 17, 1991

Lex Luthor has a plan to destroy the world's population with a series of dirty bombs, but first he must get rid of Superboy.

6. Paranoia

November 10, 1991

Paranoia strangles Capital City as residents become fearful of a race of invisible aliens who have just landed.

5. Darla Goes Ballistic

November 3, 1991

A strange formula gives Darla erratic powers, causing her to attack Superboy.

4. The Basement

October 27, 1991

Lana discovers an alien in her basement who steals her identity.

3. The Kryptonite Kid

October 20, 1991

Kryptonite infects a young scientist during a lab explosion, causing him to use his new found powers against Superboy.

2. A Change of Heart (2)

October 13, 1991

Lana's life is in peril as Adam blackmails Tommy into creating a weapon to kill Superboy.

1. A Change of Heart (1)

October 6, 1991

A wave of violence has broken out within the city, sending Superboy into tension-filled investigation. Little does he know he will soon be accused of murder.

Description

The show starred Stacy Haiduk as Lana Lang and Gerard Christopher as Clark Kent/Superboy. Haidukâs portrayal of Lana Lang was praised by many fans of the series, as she brought a sense of depth and realism to the character that had previously been lacking in previous adaptations. Christopherâs portrayal of Superboy was also well-received, as he brought a sense of charm and wit to the character, while still embodying the heroic qualities that fans had come to expect from the character.

The show takes place in the fictional town of Shuster University, which is named after Supermanâs co-creator, Joe Shuster. The town is located in Florida, which gives the show a unique setting among other superhero stories. The show follows the adventures of Superboy and Lana as they investigate various crimes and protect the citizens of Shuster University from super-powered threats.

One of the most unique aspects of Superboy is the way it handles the characterâs origin story. Unlike other adaptations of the character, the show does not focus on his infant years on Krypton or his upbringing in Smallville. Instead, the show takes place during Superboyâs college years, which allows the show to explore new aspects of the characterâs development that had not been previously explored.

The supporting cast of Superboy is also notable, as it includes a number of characters that were created specifically for the show. One of the most memorable of these is Professor Phineas Potter, who is played by Sherman Hemsley. Potter is a brilliant inventor who helps Superboy on a number of occasions throughout the series. Another notable character is TJ White, who is played by Jim Calvert. TJ is the editor of the Shuster Herald, the local newspaper, and is a frequent ally of Superboy.

Overall, Superboy was a well-received adaptation of the classic DC character, thanks in large part to the strong performances of its cast and its unique setting. While the show is not as well-known as other superhero adaptations from the era, it remains a beloved cult classic among fans of the character and fans of superhero television in general.

Superboy is a series that is currently running and has 4 seasons (100 episodes). The series first aired on October 8, 1988.

Where to Watch Superboy

Superboy is available for streaming on the Syndicated website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Superboy on demand at Google Play and Apple TV.