Talk Ville - Season 5
Season 5
Episodes
Arrival
We're back! Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum (together in person) for our return in the premier of Season 5 with ARRIVAL. After we open with a ‘who dun it' the guys get into the transition from S4 into the heightened stakes for everyone in S5. Tom remembers the welcoming of his Fortress of Solitude, Michael questions Lex's evil descent in relation to Clark's lies, and we breakdown the countless chokeslams and KOs in this episode.
Mortal
Embrace mortality along with us this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the sophomore slump return to Freaks of the Week in Smallville Season 5 Episode 2 MORTAL! Our rewatch takes an eerie turn when Tom realizes that this is the episode that nearly fatally wounded his stunt double Chris Sayour during the ‘hanging from the vents' stunt inside Luthorcorp. Michael explores whether or not Lex Luthor is turning full heel heading into the fifth season, Tom comes face to face with Clark's morality, and Ryan gets introduced to the suspenders of disbelief.
Hidden
Clark Kent's mortal saga ends with bloodshed this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 3 HIDDEN! Before finding out the tragic real life story to this week's guest star, Michael and Tom explore Clark's fatal attempt to save the day and Lex's loneliness. We also discuss Clark losing his V-card, how Tom brought realism into the rocket save scene, and the 90 episode-long gaslighting of Lex Luthor.
Aqua
New member to the JLA this week as Tom Welling and MIchael Rosenbaum make a splash talking about Smallville Season 5 Episode 4: AQUA!
The guys give plenty of roses to the performances in this episode, from James Marsters curiosity that elevated scenes to Alan Richtson's preparedness and likability on set.
We also talk about the difficulties of underwater scenes, the ever growing rift between Lex and Clark, and Lois' iconic lake scene in this episode.
Thirst
Ve vant to vorget this episode… Join us for a healthy dose of bauming for Season 5 Episode 5 THIRST! And who else, but the sorority vampire herself KRISTIN KREUK is here to join us for the ride. She opens up about the lessons learned in standing up for your character in a series and deciding when to put your foot down with certain scenes and requests. Outside of that we have fun riffing on the infamous jacuzzi scene, the appearance of the late great Carrie Fisher, and Smallville's departure into Transylvania.
Exposed
The good ole boys are back this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the Dukes of Hazzard reunion in Smallville Season 5 Episode 6: EXPOSED. After the guys remember what it was like to be inside of Bo and Luke Duke's reunion they explore Smallville going more adult with parental advisory-inclined scenes and storylines. PLUS we get a visit from the star of this episode herself, ERICA DURANCE as she recalls the fun comfortable scenes in the strip club, facing fears throughout Season 5, and how she approached the blossoming relationship with Clark Kent in the early seasons.
Splinter
Sleeper top tier episode this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 7 SPLINTER! We get a healthy dose of ‘behind the actor's studio' as Welling discusses what went into Clark's evolution of paranoia and impatience in this episode. Outside of that Michael gets a pleasant surprise while rewatching Lexana begin and we all eagerly await Marsters' appearance on this pod… soon.
Solitude
Action packed episode this week as we are graced with an appearance from Brainiac himself, JAMES MARSTERS, as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 8: SOLITUDE!
After remembering an uncomfortable and bare introduction to Smallville, James discusses his excitement for joining the story before the story and all the inspiration that went into his phenomenal portrayal as Milton Fine aka Brainiac.
As we get into the episode Tom remembers on set stories during his fight with Brainiac in the Fortress of Solitude, Michael talks about surprising John Glover during their final scene, and we appreciate the dynamics brought into the parenting of Ma and Pa Kent.
Lexmas
The Tragedy of Lex Luthor, Christmas Catastrophes & Clark Kent Saves Santa!
Fanatic
Felt eerie watching this episode for multiple reasons… but join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 10: FANATIC! After remembering when our guest star went full Britney by mimicking Lex Luthor this week we get a very pleasant visit from Kryptonsite's own Craig Byrne! Bast from the past and a must-listen for any OG fans.
Lockdown
Well aint that a b… join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 11 LOCKDOWN for an action packed safe-room extravaganza.
We talk about claustrophobia inside the safe-room, how we would re-write the Sheriff's death in this episode, and what this means in the grand scheme of things re: Lana, Lex, and Clark's love triangle.
Reckoning
One of the most impactful episodes of the season… series… and TV in general, join Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, Greg Beeman (Director), and Al Gough (Show Creator) for the 100th episode of Smallville in Season 5 Episode 12: RECKONING. The episode speaks for itself, but thankfully we have the geniuses behind it's execution here to share stories. Al talks about the significance of 100th episodes for TV of this era, Greg shares building the culture and confidence of Smallville, and we ALL react to the send-off of Jonathan Kent from the series.
Vengeance
We get a glimpse into the future this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 13: VENGEANCE! Tom talks about the artistic choice of his vigilante portrayal getting scrapped while we all discuss the underlying themes and motivation behind the A and B storylines in this Arkham-fueled episode. We also get into the emotionally charged ending sendoff of Jonathan Kent and discuss the execution of such an impactful scene.
Tomb
Smallville turns into a horror story this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Season 5 Episode 14: TOMB. After dressing down the turtleneck wardrobe this episode we talk about Chloe's ‘Clue like' antics, a moment that reminded us of the classic ‘damn who's that,' and character-focused episodes that serve as a tangent from the main storyline.
Cyborg
Expanding the JLA this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the entrance of the titular character in Smallville Season 5 Episode 15: CYBORG. The guys open up on the poise and joy of working alongside Lee Thompson Young before diving into some fact-checks about Lionel's blackmailing, exploring the DC ‘toy box' with Al Gough, and lamenting the fallout bromance between Clark and Lex.
Hypnotic
Say it aint so, coming to the end of an era as Tom Welling and Michael Rosnebaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 16: HYPNOTIC!
After critiquing some very questionable hypnotism induced storylines the guys dive into the complexities of prop Lousiville Sluggers, the All American Rejects, and what's behind Brainiac's evil viral plots.
Void
Fragile
We are graced by the director himself this week as Tom Welling takes us through his directorial debut on Smallville in Season 5 Episode 18: FRAGILE! After breaking down the heavy dose of glass attacks Tom pulls back the curtain to everything behind the camera… how he got the gig to direct an episode, what it was like directing a child for his first time as director, and how he stuck to his guns with decisions on set.
Mercy
Do you want to play a game! Well too bad, because this week Smallville meets SAW as we get into Season 5 Episode 19: MERCY! After we get over John Glover's shredded physique in this ode to SAW, we discuss Clark revealing his superpower to a dangerous Lionel Luthor and a new all-time low for security on Smallville.
Fade
Back to life, back to ‘freak of the week'… join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 20: FADE. Tom shares stories working alongside former stunt double turned stunt coordinator Chris Sayour during a super jump surrounded by paparazzi and Michael gives a 101 lecture on the craft of sleep acting.
Oracle
Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum for the penultimate Season 5 episode and the return of a familiar face in Episode 21: ORACLE! After getting a much needed history lesson on the truth behind Season 5 from Al Gough, we discuss the good evil intentions of Lex Luthor's venture into biowarfare and his Zod-like transformation in the last couple episodes here.
Vessel
The villain of season takes over the villain of the story this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the Season 5 finale in Episode 22: VESSEL!
We talk about the jaw dropping scenes in the finale episode, Michael's embodiment of a new kind of super evil, and Tom's shock at certain smooches and stunts.
S5 Awards, Best Moments & Next Season Update
Before we say goodbye to Smallville Season 5 and get ready for the best season yet, let's take a quick look back at some of our favorite moments this past season. Appreciate all the interaction and love this season. Get ready for Season 6 of our rewatch premiering Wednesday January 22.
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