EPISODEPPhoenix2003

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Phoenix

From Smallville

20031hsuperheroes • SF • action/adventure • spin-off

A 60-minute superheroes episode from Smallville, Season 3, Episode 2.

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Series Progress: Episode 78 of 20937% Completed

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In the conclusion of Smallville's two-part, season-three opener, Jonathan Kent (John Schneider) has tracked down his adopted son, Clark (Tom Welling), in Smallville where, under the influence of the dreaded red kryptonite, the rebellious Clark has fallen in with criminal boss Morgan Edge (Rutger Hauer). Facing down Clark at LutherCorp, where the boy has been instructed by Edge to steal a valuable package, Jonathan -- temporarily possessing superpowers matching those of his adopted son -- squares off for a titanic battle. But though the struggle ultimately frees Clark from the spell of the red kryptonite, he still faces peril at the hands of the vengeful Edge. Meanwhile, Lex Luthor (Michael Rosenbaum) confronts the people he holds responsible for the plane crash that nearly killed him at the end of Smallville's second season.

Runtime Card

Runtime1h

Can Finish TonightYes

One SittingYes

With Break1h 12m

Movie Facts

Release DateOctober 8, 2003

Runtime1h

LanguageEnglish

Genressuperheroes, SF, action/adventure, spin-off

DirectorJames Marshall

Series Snapshot

Seasons10

Episodes209

Avg Episode1h 1m

You Are OnEpisode 78 of 209

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FAQ

How long is Phoenix?

Phoenix runs for 1h for this episode.

What language is it available in?

The primary language listed for this title is English.

What kind of episode is this?

It is tagged under superheroes, SF, action/adventure, spin-off.

How big is the series commitment?

This series currently shows 209 episodes across 10 seasons.

Series Binge Profile

Total Content Density: 211 hours 30 minutes (209 episodes)

Intensity Rating: Epic Binge A massive saga. Set aside dedicated weekends for this run.

Binge Milestones

1 episode/day: 209 days

3 episodes/day: 70 days

5 episodes/day: 42 days

Episodes (209)

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Phoenix

Spoiler-Free Synopsis

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Episodes (209)

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superheroes

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James Marshall

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