Smallville

Smallville has a challenge ahead of itself this week:

It must follow up the most buzzed-about episode in series history, as the special Justice League-themed "Absolute Justice" dominated last Friday night's ratings and was considered a home run by most fans of the show.

This week, viewers will be treated to a pair of guest stars: Carlo Marks as Stephen Swift; and Serinda Swan as Zatanna.

The former will run into Chloe and form a relationship, prior to turning into Warrior Angel, while the latter asks asks Clark for his help. Check out our Smallville spoilers section for more information and click on the pics below for an early look at "Warrior."

BELOW, WATCH A CLIP FROM THIS WEEK'S NEW EPISODE.

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After weeks of hype, the Justice Society of America finally meshed with Smallville's Clark Kent and company on the special episode "Absolute Justice."

For viewers solely familir with the Superman mythology according to Smallville, it was a little odd to have the show’s ongoing storylines shoved aside for a week - but for others, this was a comic book fan's dream come true.

Which side do you come down on? What did you think of the episode?

As almost all Smallville fans know by now, the series airs its first two-hour episode this Friday night.

It will feature the Justice Society of America, Justice Society of America, as Chloe has a runin with a former member,  Icicle, and chaos ensues from there.

Clark and his burgeoning Justice League soon realize they aren't the only ones out to save the world, as producer Brian Peterson previews "Absolute Justice" and says:

“None of our characters knew that a society [of heroes] had existed before them. They thought they were the pioneers.”

Below, check out a clip from this special episode:

Meanwhile, comic book writer Geoff Johns (who wrote the episode) told TV Guide Magazine:

“The JSA has been disbanded for quite some time, for various reasons that are uncovered in the episode. Now someone is targeting them, so Clark and his team of heroes [have to] get involved.”

Expect this installment to feature:

• Serious Lois meddling;
• The return of Martian Manhunter;
• The appearance of villains such as Checkmate and Amanda Waller.

Follow this article's jump for another sneak peek at the episode - and remember to return to TV Fanatic each week for the latest Smallville quotes, spoilers and more.

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After more than two months off the air, Smallville returns with a new episode tonight.

But the installment "Disciple" only serves as an appetizer for the main course: next week's special, two-hour, Justice Society of America-themed "Absolute Justice."

Fans have been buzzing about this movie-like episode for months. You can check out a trailer for it NOW.

In a recent interview, show star Justin Hartley says this week's episode leads nicely into next week's blockbuster:

"One thing that is touched on in the episode is really how everybody in the burgeoning “league” under Watchtower is really working on their own and very separately. They aren’t coalescing the way they really need to be, as a team. That leads in nicely to “Absolute Justice.”

The CW, meanwhile, has released a set set of photos from the installment. Click on each below for a closer look at scenes from "Absolute Justice."

Finally.

After weeks off the air, Smallville airs a new episode this Friday. It's titled "Disciple" and it focuses on Oliver's reunion with a face from his dark past.

In an interview with TV Guide Magazine, Justin Hartley talks about what's ahead on The CW drama, starting with The Green Arrow's interactions with a former mentor this week...

On The Dark Archer: He’s this guy from his past, and he’s sort of looking for Ollie to do something for him that he’s not cool with anymore and Oliver is like ‘Yeah, no.’ Then, at one point, arrows are flying everywhere. Lois gets hit. Chloe gets hit.

On Oliver's charming side: I have always said let this guy be f---ed up, let him have flaws. At least he knows that about himself. I think part of that downward spiral [he was earlier this season] was him second-guessing himself.

Instead of asking questions, he just said ‘Well, this must be who I am then. I must be a loser.’ But by facing his demons, literally someone face-to-face from his past—and coming out on top—that kind of reinforces the fact that he’s not a loser. He doesn’t have to be that guy.

On Amanda Waller/Checkmate: Right now, he’s privy to all of it and he’s on the quest to figure out what they’re up to and put an end to all of it. I think he and Clark are going to start working together on that, which is cool.

Another DC comic character is coming to Smallville.

TV Guide reports that Odessa Rae has been cast as the Silver Banshee on The CW hit. She'll debut on the episode "Escape.

The character, whose real name is Siobhan McDougal, is a vengeful spirit of a fallen Gaelic heroine. On the show, she's released from the underworld, and seeks vengeance on Lois and Clark at a country bed and breakfast.

Rae joins the line of DC heroes and villains on Smallville this season, many of whom will be seen on the two-hour February 5 episode "Absolute Justice." They include: Icicle (Wesley MacInnes), Dr. Fate (Brent Stait), Hawkman (Michael Shanks), Star Girl (Britt Irvin) and Amanda Waller (Pam Grier).

On TV, Rae has guest-starred on episodes of Leverage and Chuck.

Yesterday, we reported that Annette O’Toole is returning to Smallville as Martha Kent.

Now, series producer Brian Peterson has news about the actress' real-life husband, also a familiar face to fans of the show: Michael McKean will reprise the role Perry White on the season's penultimate episode.

“We’re thrilled to have Michael back on the show, and to be able to link it with the anticipated return of Martha Kent is just a phenomenal way to gear up to the end of the season," Peterson told Entertainment Weekly.

What will the iconic character’s latest trip through Smallville entail?

Peterson says it will being Perry “closer to his destiny” than ever before, adding: “We finally get to see the legendary introduction between Perry White and the intrepid Lois Lane.”

Smallville returns with new episodes on January 29 and then with its special, two-hour "Absolute Justice" episode on February 5.

On February 5, The CW airs the episode all Smallville fans have been waiting for.

During the two-hour "Absolute Justice," Clark is led to former headquarters of the Justice Society of America. Once there, he teams up with a number of iconic comic book characters, from Dr. Fate to Star Girl.

Elsewhere, Lois receives a package from a mysterious agency called Checkmate. Intrigued? Check out the official poster for this special installment:

Below, take a look at the first trailer for "Absolute Justice" and get ready for Smallville's return to the air on January 29.

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Due to this Friday's Haiti telethon, the return of Smallville has been pushed back to January 29.

But at least the show has announced some exciting casting news to keep fans buzzing until then:

Annette O’Toole has signed a deal to reprise her role as Clark’s mom.

It's unclear just when Martha Kent will re-appear, but a Smallville source told Michael Ausiello that the episode will likely air during May sweeps. Moreover, this mother/son reunion will feature an “unexpected surprise” or two.

O’Toole last appeared in season six. She left the series when Martha moved to Washington to become a U.S. senator.

With a sixth season all but locked down for Supernatural, CW president Dawn Ostroff is focusing on another network mainstay.

What are the chances that Smallville returns for a 10th season?

“I’m really pleased with the show,” she said at the TV Critics Winter Press Tour. “Creatively, I think they’ve done a great job. And the ratings are [strong] on Friday night... It’s not easy in season 9 to keep a show fresh. And you know what I think? The fans have really liked the show this season."

So, can fans look forward to at least one more year?

“I don’t know which way we’ll go,” she said, but added a hint of optimism: "If you would’ve asked me [earlier whether it would end this season] I would’ve said, ‘Oh, probably.’ But I can’t say that now.”

Smallville returns on January 22 with a new installment.