From TheWrap · JD Knapp · · 30s
Smallville 25: How Superman Prequel Shaped Modern Comics
Smallville's 25-year legacy created the blueprint for today's comic book adaptations.
In brief
Smallville's 25-year legacy created the blueprint for today's comic book adaptations. Smallville's creators designed a morally complex Superman story that influenced modern comic book adaptations. Originally reported by TheWrap.
Smallville's 25th anniversary
Smallville premiered 25 years ago on The WB introducing a human take on Superman.
Creators' legacy
Alfred Gough and Miles Millar created a morally complex Superman story that explored character depth.
Network restrictions
The network initially avoided superhero elements, requiring the show to be less comic-booky.
The headline
Smallville's creators designed a morally complex Superman story that influenced modern comic book adaptations.
