It took far too long, but Smallville finally returned with an episode in 2011 last night. It earned a strong 4.5 rating from our critic.

Where will the show go next in its final season? On "Beacon," Martha Kent shocks her son by speaking at a televised pro-vigilante rally. But that speech is nothing compared to what happens next with Martha.

Elsewhere, Lionel reclaims LuthorCorp, revealing himself to the rest of the world. Get your first look at upcoming events via the following trailer:

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