We’re revisiting Smallville Season 9, Episode 3, “Rabid,” a horror-inspired rewatch that feels like the show’s love letter to zombie movies like Dawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. We had an absolute blast with this one as Clark races to save a zombie-infected Lois, leading to some fantastic Clois moments, creepy action, and one of the most fun standalone episodes of the season. We also talk about why Smallville’s movie homage episodes work so well, Oliver’s downward spiral, the eerie outbreak across Metropolis, and how the ending quietly sets up even bigger things to come with Zod.

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📒Show Notes and Resources

Time Stamps

0:00 -Going Back To Smallville - 9x3

3:30 -Rabid Review

27:50 -War! What Is It Good For?

34:15 -Continuity

43:45 -In Memoriam

45:43 -Freak of the Week

50:25 -Puberty But With Super Powers

51:45 -No Flights, No Tights

54:00 -Drugs But With Kryptonite

57:05 -Pizza Time

58:20 -That’s Just Prime

1:05:10 -DCU References

1:11:23 -The Talon Mix

1:13:35 -Countdown to Superman

1:14:47 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x4: Echo

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About this episode:

It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.

Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.

Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So, put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock detector, and let’s go back to where it all began—one episode at a time!