Lex Luthor’s attempt to ruin Lois Lane’s reputation in the previous episode might have seemed like a masterstroke, but don’t be fooled—it wasn’t his idea. In most Superman stories, Lex is the classic manipulator, preferring to work from behind the scenes, pulling strings, and playing the public game when necessary. But in this version of Superman and Lois, Lex is more of a blunt instrument. He’s a brute who’s just as comfortable waging physical war as he is scheming. And honestly? It’s a refreshing take. While Lex’s intelligence is always present, it’s almost as if he’s so consumed by his own anger and obsession that he’s willing to let his emotions take over, even at the expense of his plans. It’s not often we see this version of Lex—someone so direct, so raw, and so utterly consumed by his need to crush those who oppose him.
Lois and Clark know this about him, and it’s clear they’re going to use it to their advantage. After the debate debacle, they seize the opportunity to get under his skin. Superman flies into Metropolis, publicly crediting Amanda McCoy for the plot to defame Lois—knowing full well how much Lex will hate the idea of sharing credit. And of course, it’s a move that has Lex reacting exactly as you’d expect. He’s furious, not just because of the plan, but because someone else dared to stand beside him. His pride won’t allow it. So, he throws Amanda a massive distraction in the form of Luthorcorp shares, trying to buy her loyalty and refocus her on the business side of things. But what’s really interesting here is how Lex completely loses control of the narrative. He’s supposed to be the puppet master, but instead, he’s getting played himself. The tension between Superman and Lex during their confrontation was electric, and Tyler Hoechlin and Michael Cudlitz truly brought their A-game to that scene. You could feel the weight of the history and the animosity between these two iconic characters.
But Lois, equally driven by her need for justice and revenge, isn’t just going to let this slide. She’s been backed into a corner, with advertisers pulling out of the Smallville Gazette and her reputation on the line. It would be easy for her to give up, but Lois Lane doesn’t back down. When Amanda walks into the Gazette office to claim that Lois has no chance of recovering, it only fuels Lois’s fire. What happens next is a classic Lois move—she dives into her reporter instincts and goes back to square one.
Her investigation leads her straight to Bruno Mannheim, and their reunion is surprisingly heartfelt. Lois offers him sympathy for his wife’s death, and though Bruno is initially reluctant to help, he eventually comes through, providing key information about Cheryl Kimble and her connection to Lex. It’s fascinating to see how these characters are all tied together by Lex’s cruelty. Cheryl was once in love with him, and Lex discarded her as soon as she was no longer useful—sound familiar? It’s a pattern that seems to define Lex’s relationships with the women in his life.
As for Amanda, she’s caught in the middle of Lex’s manipulation. Initially, she’s thrilled with the power and wealth Lex offers her through Luthorcorp shares, but it’s short-lived. She quickly realizes that she’s been sidelined and discarded once again, this time when Lex freezes up during their kiss and moves forward with his plans without her. It’s a heartbreaking moment for Amanda, as she realizes Lex’s true feelings—or rather, lack thereof. Lois, ever the perceptive reporter, picks up on Lex’s patterns and correctly predicts his next move. Amanda, angered and betrayed, follows Lex to Smallville, where she confronts him, only to be met with his cruel outburst. Lex has been slowly unraveling, consumed by petty obsessions and a deep need to assert control over Smallville. His rivalry with the town feels almost symbolic—Smallville rejected his wealth and power, and now he’s determined to make them pay. This battle is no longer just about Lois or Clark; it’s about Lex’s bruised ego and need for domination.
Meanwhile, Clark is grappling with his own personal struggles. He’s been training the boys, preparing them for whatever comes next, but he’s also facing the uncomfortable truth that he’s not going to be Superman forever. His powers are fading, and that uncertainty adds another layer of emotional weight to this episode. As a father and protector, it’s hard for Clark to let go of his role as the strong, invincible superhero. But with the help of his Kryptonian mother, Lara, he comes to realize that his sons are his strength. Together, they are a team of Super Twins, and it’s clear that they’re going to have to use that strength to protect their town from the impending danger.
Then, of course, there’s Doomsday. Lex unleashes the creature in a final attempt to destroy Superman, and the ensuing battle between Superman and the super-charged Doomsday is absolutely brutal. Watching Superman get pummeled, battered, and thrown across Smallville is gut-wrenching. It’s hard not to wonder if this time, he won’t make it out alive. The title of the episode, "To Live and Die Again," feels more fitting with each passing moment. And yet, while the stakes feel higher than ever, there’s a sense of inevitability about this fight. Superman has faced death before, and somehow, I don’t think they’re ready to kill him off—especially not now, in the final episode of the series.
The Kent family has been through so much loss this season, and the emotional toll of losing Clark again would be too much for them to bear. They’ve already lost so much—Clark himself, Sam Lane, almost Lana Lang—and the pressure of Clark’s secret being revealed to the world. It just wouldn’t make sense to add more trauma right before the series ends. The Kent family, after all they’ve endured, deserve a victory. It feels like the only fitting conclusion is for them to triumph over Lex, Doomsday, and all the forces working against them. A story like this needs a sense of resolution—a win for the good guys. But that doesn’t mean the battle won’t be epic. The fight between Superman, Lex, and Doomsday is shaping up to be the kind of cinematic spectacle we’ve all been waiting for.
The series finale is going to be a huge one. If there’s one thing I’m sure of, it’s that Superman will go out in style, defending his family, his town, and everything he holds dear. It’s going to be a battle for the ages, and after everything the Kent family has endured, they deserve a moment of triumph. Get ready for what promises to be the most epic episode of Superman and Lois yet. The series finale airs next Monday, December 2, at 8/7c on The CW. You won’t want to miss it.
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