Smallville Quotes from One of Our Favorite Superheroes

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Smallville is a superhero tv series based on the iconic DC comic book character Superman.

Although over the recent years there have been multiple spin-offs of Superman, Smallville was able to show an original and relatable characterization of our favorite superhero by focusing more on the stories of the characters rather than fighting villains.

As Clark Kent struggles to balance normal life and his newfound powers, his life will soon be disrupted by aliens and superpowered villains trying to destroy the earth.

This gives a deeper look at what makes Clark Kent Superman. After all, being a superhero is not just about having powers but having the heart to take action.

Here are some of the most memorable Smallville quotes you wouldn’t want to miss.

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Smallville quotes from Lex Luthor

1. “You have no idea what I’m capable of.” — Lex Luthor

2. “You see, I don’t want to do good things, I want to do great things.” — Lex Luthor

3. “I don’t care about the past – I believe in the power to reinvent yourself.” — Lex Luthor

4. “I plan on being great all by myself.” — Lex Luthor

5. “Failure isn’t something I’m used to doing.” — Lex Luthor

6. “A man is judged by the quality of his friends. If the quarterback’s with them, he’ll have to face the consequences.” — Lex Luthor

7. “You know in ancient Persia, the kings would kill a messenger who brought them news they didn’t like. In modern times a sword in the chest might seem a little extreme. Something more subtle would be in order. Enjoying your drink?” — Lex Luthor

8. “In my experience, I’ve found you can never have too much information.” — Lex Luthor

9. “You both stood your ground and are doing what you want. I caved. You two have inspired me.” — Lex Luthor

10. “Darker times call for darker methods.” — Lex Luthor

11. “I’m just interested in people who ruled the world before they were thirty.” — Lex Luthor

12. “Love isn’t about playing it safe. It’s about risks. Unless you’re willing to put yourself out there, you’ll never know.” — Lex Luthor

13. “Anyone who doesn’t appreciate poetry doesn’t understand that it’s all about seduction.” — Lex Luthor

14. “Clark, you can’t save the world. All you’ll end up with is a Messiah complex and a lot of enemies.” — Lex Luthor

15. “You can learn a lot from someone you hate.” — Lex Luthor

16.“In the comic-book world, when you’re destined to save mankind, you’re destined to be alone.” — Lex Luthor

Smallville quotes from Lois Lane

17. “Before that handsome hero face ends up on jumbo screens in all your red and blue glory, we need to make sure there is nothing handsome or heroic about Clark Kent.” — Lois Lane

18. “If I know one thing, Clark Kent’s heart is usually right.” — Lois Lane

19. “A couple more hugs and maybe you’ll have the ‘bah humbugs’ squeezed out of you.” — Lois Lane

20. “She didn’t want me to see her because she was afraid she would look weak. I think she felt like she had failed me by leaving. Clark, she’s the bravest person I know.” — Lois Lane

21. “I don’t think he’s the easiest guy to read, being that he’s an ice fortress and all. But there’s part of him that’s very human.” — Lois Lane

22. “Well, this has Lucy written all over it in backstabbing b*tch-berry lip gloss.” — Lois Lane

23. “Careful, Lois. This is the part where the doomed girl runs into the guy with the hockey mask.” — Lois Lane

Smallville quotes from Clark Kent

24. “Lana, we all make mistakes. I’m living proof of that. It’s how we come back from the mistakes that’s what matters.” — Clark Kent

25. “Oh yeah. Joining the football team and pouring some coffee. We’re a couple of real rebels.” — Clark Kent

26. “I didn’t dive in after Lex’s car! It hit me at 60 miles an hour! Does that sound normal to you? I’d give anything to be normal.” — Clark Kent

27. “She controls you. That’s not love.” — Clark Kent

28. “Someone who loves you doesn’t make you forget who you are and where you came from.” — Clark Kent

29. “You’re a part of my team now. I wasn’t gonna abandon you.” — Clark Kent

30. “It’s obvious you still care about this team. If you didn’t, you wouldn’t have kept watch over all of this.” — Clark Kent

31. “Seems like raising a kid’s the toughest job in the world.” — Clark Kent

32. “Maybe our parents thought that their mistakes would be some sort of burden on us.” — Clark Kent

Smallville quotes from Lana Lang

33. “If you really like someone, you accept every part of them. But you can’t do that until they’re willing to share every part with you.” — Lana Lang

34. “If life doesn’t make you crazy, then why bother living it? I know that’s how I want it. The question is, do you want what I want?” — Lana Lang

35. “Clark, things like this don’t just happen. There’s a reason he survived and that someone like you found him.” — Lana Lang

Smallville quotes from Jonathan Kent

36. “Clark, your gifts may be a part of you but they don’t define you.” — Jonathan Kent

37. “We’re all confronted with trials, son. But the true measure of a man is how he chooses to react in the face of those trials.” — Jonathan Kent

38. “I’ve seen some strange things in my life, but this definitely takes the cake…well, almost.” — Jonathan Kent

39. “Life isn’t easy for anybody, whether you’re normal or super. But you’re still Clark Kent. You were raised a certain way and that’s never gonna change.” — Jonathan Kent

40. “There is nothing quite like watching your son grow up into a young man you can be proud of.” — Jonathan Kent

Smallville quotes from Chloe Sullivan

41. “Pay no attention to the blonde behind the curtain.” — Chloe Sullivan

42. “I have a feeling the War of the Worlds is coming soon to a planet near us.” — Chloe Sullivan

43. “Most men are from Mars, Clark, but you’re from some distant galaxy that I’ve never even heard of.” — Chloe Sullivan

44. “Whatever happens in cyberspace stays in cyberspace.” — Chloe Sullivan

45. “Every Frankenstein has a human heart.” — Chloe Sullivan

46. “Pete, do you want to take a commercial break from the soap opera in your head? I’ve told you a hundred times; I’m not interested in Clark.” — Chloe

47. “My feelings for Clark are so ancient, they’re… they’re fossilized!” — Chloe

48. “This is what I love about high school parties. People will gather anywhere as long as there’s illegally-purchased alcohol and even the slightest chance of hooking up.” — Chloe

49. “Oh, my God, Clark! This guy’s blog gets, like, 10,000 hits a day. One post, and all of sudden you’re everyone’s Wonder Boy.” — Chloe

50. “Go get ’em, speedy.” — Chloe

Which of these Smallville quotes is your favorite?

The series is a simple and elegant story about Superman before he became superman. The show also gives an exciting background to the character of Lex Luthor, Superman’s nemesis, by setting him as Clark Kent’s close friend that gradually turned archenemy.

This series further explores and defines Lex Luthor’s role as Superman’s dual opposite; deprived of compassion and using his superior intelligence for selfish gains.

Fans of the series grew fond of the characters, especially Clark Kent, as we saw him mature and become the world’s greatest protector. Having prequel spin-offs of iconic Superheroes are always welcome for comic book fans.

So, after reading these Smallville quotes and sayings, why not watch other DC superhero series with your friends today?