[instrumental music]
[indistinct chatter]
- Oh, 95 degrees in November. - That was yesterday.
Today I heard 96 and 100% humidity.
I can't work like this. I can't think like this.
Taxi!
You've gotta be kidding.
We're walking. Come on.
[traffic bustling]
Looks like she might have cooled down.
Hey, what do you know?
Uh, the press conference better be air conditioned.
- Clark? - That's going to be $2.
What planet are you from? You're running!
And you're not even sweating. Thanks. Cheers.
Biorhythmic control.
Mind over heat prostration?
Something like that.
[children yelling]
Oh, poor kids.
Come on, you guys. Help.
Help us. Come on.
I've never been a summer person..
...especially in winter.
- Help! - I'm trying!
- Help us! - Come on!
Come on, you guys. Help!
- Look, an elephant. - Where?
[cheering]
(male #1) 'What is going on? Come on, Mr. Mayor.'
'What exactly is happening?'
(Frank) 'Ladies and gentlemen.'
'Ladies and gentlemen, please.'
Please, ladies and gentlemen
the last thing we need right now is panic.
Mr. Mindlin, channel 6.
Mr. Mayor, isn't it true that if the temperature reaches 100..
...and everyone keeps driving their cars..
...that we will all die a slow, suffocating death
from carbon monoxide poisoning?
[indistinct yelling]
Of course not.
The citizens of Metropolis are perfectly safe.
It's just hot out.
And getting hotter by the hour.
And the heat goes on. Next.
Uh, Miss Lane, "Daily Planet."
Yeah, Mr. Mayor, what about the brownouts?
There doesn't seem to be enough electricity
to power the air conditioners, let alone the traffic lights.
'What's the city doing about it?'
I got you, babe, but there's no need to worry
about the power supply.
It's completely under contr..
[indistinct mumbling]
Uh, ladies and gentlemen, ladies and gentlemen
if I may, the mayor has asked me here today to assure you
that the Lexcorp nuclear plant..
...is 100% prepared to meet your energy needs.
Isn't the environmental impact committee
withholding final approval on the plant
pending the results of its safety inspections?
Not anymore. I have the report right here.
I'm pleased to announce that we passed with flying colors.
Metropolis needs power. I have it to give.
[sizzling]
- 'Uh, Mr. Mayor.' - Yeah.
Another power source is helpful
but it's not going to solve the problem.
Where is the heat coming from?
We've been studying all meteorological phenomena
in the area, the jet stream
'the ozone layer, even sunspots.'
But all patterns have remained consistently normal.
(Lois) 'Why only Metropolis?'
It's 12 degrees in New York and
there's eight inches of snow in Chicago
and we're having a run on sun block?
[indistinct chatter]
Excuse me. Uh, pardon me.
We, uh...we have a theory.
It's merely speculation at this point, Dr. Saxon.
(Lois) 'What theory?'
It has not been proven, and I don't feel--
We have a right to know what is causing this extreme condition.
Um...n-not what. It's who.
It's merely a hypothesis and one I do not agree with.
Who? Dr. Saxon, on behalf of the citizens of Metropolis
I demand to know who that person is.
[indistinct chatter]
Superman.
- 'Superman?' - 'Superman?'
'How could you possibly even consider that?'
[indistinct chatter]
[theme music]
[music continues]
Wow. Superman affecting our weather.
It's intriguing, I'll say that.
Mystery novels are intriguing. This is libel.
Slander.
The gossip business has heat stroke.
My suntan, however, has never been healthier.
On the other hand, the heat wave does have its upside.
Chill, Jimmy.
Cold shower ought to do it.
- Ooh! - Ooh!
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey.
What's the matter? Never see a pair of legs before?
Come on. This isn't a beach day.
Let's keep at it. What have we got?
Some half-baked theory.
Half-baked is better than raw. Let's hear it.
Chief, this is a temperature chart
of greater Metropolis taken over successive days.
'Each temperature rise correlates'
to some super effort by Superman.
- Coincidence. - Maybe.
But most physicists do think that his power is solar-induced.
So lots of things are solar-powered.
Why blame Superman?
Nobody knows how strong his powers are
or how much energy it takes to recharge him.
Superman could be drawing the sun's rays down
on Metropolis like a giant heat funnel
and not even know it.
Yeah, but he's been here for months.
Now, why would Metropolis start heating up now?
Well, it was summer, and it was hot.
Now it's...it's winter, and it's still hot.
Whose side are you on?
Oh, Lois, you have to admit it could be possible.
You joining the sisters of Metropolis convent
is more likely.
Now, look, Lois, I understand how you feel.
We all like Superman..
...but you got to keep an open mind about this.
I refuse to believe Superman is at fault.
(Perry) 'Oh, look, it's just a theory. There are lots of theories.'
We're going to publish them all.
You can't print something like this.
Tell him.
It's like you said, chief.
I think the public has a right to know.
- Clark! - 'Chief! Line 2!'
If it wasn't Superman we wouldn't even
think twice about it.
Where?
When?
Okay, there's been a warehouse explosion.
Grey Rock and Queen's way.
Transformers overheated.
There are workers down, live wires.
- I'll go. - Now, Lois, headline.
Afternoon edition. Super feat equals super heat?
[coughing]
[intense music]
[crashing]
- 'Superman!' - 'Superman!'
[dramatic music]
Go out the door.
Shocking.
From the, um... utilities commission, sir.
Ah, yes.
Now, let's see.
Amazing.
My nuclear plant has been approved for full operation
after only a month of testing.
Politicians can be so reasonable in a crisis.
Might it be rather a good time to power it up, sir.
No, not yet, Nigel.
Any good chef will tell you that all stews must simmer.
Exactly. In fact, I'm feeling a little bit chilly.
I think a few degrees warmer might be good.
- Warmer, sir? - Well, yes.
Superman was kind enough to use his powers again today.
The newspaper cooperated by printing our theory.
So now it's up to us to provide..
- The proof. - The proof.
Exactly.
[indistinct chatter]
As the city attorney for Metropolis
I will be seeking an injunction ordering Superman
to immediately cease and desist
'in the usage of his superpowers.'
I have subpoenaed him to appear in court tomorrow morning
to show cause why he should not be so enjoined.
And I'm making this public appeal
asking him to submit to the laws of our community.
Well, what if he doesn't?
I hope we won't be forced
to use any extreme measures.
Exactly what extreme measures are you contemplating?
What are you gonna do? Nuke him?
Am I the only sane person in this entire city?
We've got to do something.
Lois, professional scientists
haven't been able to figure this out.
They've been studying weather.
We're going to study Superman.
Jimmy, I want you to track all of his super activities
since he's been here in Metropolis.
- Friez already did that. - He compared dates.
- I want locations. - Got it.
Earth to Clark.
Hello?
Sorry. It just..
It just, it-it can't be true.
Well, what do you know? It's finally got to you.
What do you mean?
You're sweating.
[indistinct chatter]
This hearing will be in order.
(male #2) 'All rise.'
This is a courtroom, not a circus tent.
[bangs gavel]
This is a gavel, and when I pound it
that's the international symbol
for all of you to shut up.
You got that?
Good afternoon, Mr. Superman.
- Just Superman, your honor. - That's your full name?
- That's what people call me. - Fine. Make it one word.
I, um..
I understand you've refused counsel.
I'd like to speak for myself, your honor.
Superman, I have to tell you right up front
I'm a big fan of yours.
'A lot of the lowlifes you catch end up here.'
What you're doing in my courtroom is unfortunate
and between you and me--
Objection, your honor.
You can't object, Patricia, because this isn't a trial.
Superman, do you know why
the city attorney dragged you in here?
The theory is that my powers may be causing
the city's peculiar heat wave.
- What do you think? - 'I don't think it's true.'
But if Metropolis is worried about me using my superpowers
I'd like to put the fears to rest.
Alright, I'm going to grant this injunction
pending further scientific study.
'Superman, you are hereby ordered'
to cease and desist all super activity
until further notified. Do you wish to contest?
I'm just as anxious as anyone else to discover
the source of this heat.
No super activities of any kind.
'Flying, the visual thing.'
Nada, comprende?
I'll do my best.
Alright, people. We got a deal.
[clamoring]
Just like when Elvis played "The Sullivan show."
[intense music]
Back! Okay. Everybody back.
Don't even think about it, buddy.
Put it down.
'Okay. Nobody moves, nobody gets hurt.'
'Me and my pal here we're going to walk'
right on out nice and easy.
[intense music]
[crowd gasping]
[cheering]
Oh, oh, yeah. Big man.
Did you see that? He violated the injunction.
'It didn't even take him a minute.'
Are you crazy? He saved everybody.
The law's the law. You break it, you go to jail.
Superman, you're under arrest.
[instrumental music]
You have the right to remain silent..
[indistinct chatter]
[dramatic music]
(male #3) 'Over here.'
And spread 'em... if it's okay with you.
Uh...sorry.
Alright. We'll start over here instead.
What'd he get, a speeding ticket?
Or flying too low?
Press firmly.
Let's move on.
(male #4) 'On the line, please. Profile left.'
'Profile right. Smile, please.'
'And again. One more time. Thank you.'
- I get a phone call, don't I? - Right. Right over here.
- It's on me. - Thank you.
Oh!
- Hello, chief. This is-- - Clark? Is that you?
[sighs] Yes, sir. It is.
Where are you?
Uh, I'm down at the police station.
Oh, good, now, I want a first-hand account
of Superman's arrest.
Don't leave that building
'until he goes back to court.'
That shouldn't be a problem, chief.
Okay.
[whistling]
[hooting]
[indistinct chatter]
[whooping]
(male #5) 'Little red riding cape.'
[laughing]
[door closes]
[buzzer buzzing]
Well, boys, look who we got.
The man of steel bars.
(male #6) Hey, Homes. What's that on his chest?
"S."
[laughing]
You're going to break us out of here?
No. I wasn't planning on it.
Oh, that's right. You can't use your powers.
[imitates sobbing] Oh, he's no better than the rest of us, boys.
I'm crying buckets. Watch this. Watch. Wa..
- Ooh! - Ooh!
Ooh. Ooh. Ooh.
[laughs]
Hey, I'm slapping Superman.
Watch this.
[stomp]
Ooh, I'm stepping on Superman's foot.
I'm tugging on Superman's cape.
- 'What're you gonna do next?' - Now watch this. Watch.
- Ooh! - Ooh.
[in unison] 'He messed with Jim.'
Ooh.
You want to help me out here?
[chuckling] You want to help me out here?
Sorry. Like you said..
...I can't use my powers.
[indistinct yelling]
Now, we can talk about this! We can talk about this!
- 'Ooh!' - 'Ow!'
Chief, we need to do something.
Now, Lois, our job here is to be objective.
Alright, people, sit down.
'Sit down!'
- Superman. - Your honor.
Charge here is contempt of court. How do you plead?
The court is not something I'm contemptuous of, your honor.
'I have vowed to fight for truth and justice.'
All I'm looking for is a guilty or not guilty.
Not guilty.
- Yeah! - 'So recorded.'
I'm entertaining bail requests.
I'd like to be released on my own recognizance.
Objection!
- Oh! - Whoa!
He's an obvious flight risk.
[applause]
What on Earth am I supposed to do with him?
Uh, your honor, Perry White
editor of the "Daily Planet."
'Uh, we've been covering Superman'
ever since he arrived in Metropolis.
And he's always conducted himself
with absolute integrity, decency, and honesty.
So you're willing to vouch for him, is that it?
Oh, absolutely.
Sold!
- What? - He's yours.
The "Daily Planet" is now responsible
'for the whereabouts of Superman.'
You try it for a while.
And no superpowers, period.
- 'Is that clear?' - Completely.
(male #2) 'All rise!'
Way to be objective...chief.
- Jimmy! What about that map? - I'm working on it, Lois.
Superman has been very busy since he came to Metropolis.
How's he doing?
He's, uh, getting the treatment.
(Perry) 'You see, son, Elvis was a law-abiding citizen himself.'
'Oh, well, now, sure, he had a brush or two'
'on the wrong side in his later years'
but for the most part
his heart was in the right place just like yours.
The problem was that he was famous.
And famous people are targets this day and age.
But, well, I don't need to tell you that, do I?
No, you don't need to tell me.
And of course you know..
...President Nixon considered making Elvis
an honorary FBI agent.
[imitates Elvis] Ah, ah, am I making myself perfectly clear?
Chief, I hate to interrupt
but I really need you to look at my copy.
Lois, can't you see I'm in the middle of something here?
- It's important. - Mr. White, please, go ahead.
You should act like I'm not even here.
Well, alright, son, you might as well see
how we run a world-class newspaper.
'What in the Sam Hill is this?'
- It's my take. - Well, here's my take.
You're too close to this story.
- It's the truth. - Well, no offense, son.
But I can't run a puff piece like this
'even if it is about you.'
Well, hello.
(Superman) Hello.
Run it on the op-ed page.
I need something for the front page.
Do we have to argue about this in front of Superman?
Yes, we do, or you could recognize
my wisdom and experience and authority and give in.
Hold that thought while I square Superman away.
You got a place to stay tonight, son?
- He's staying with me. - He's staying with me.
Don't you think all the mirrors above the bed
would keep him awake?
Count on it.
Uh, why don't I stay with Clark?
I don't think he'd mind.
That's perfect. Uh, where is Clark anyway?
He called in some of the jail piece.
I think he's on his way home.
Well, at least we've got a plan.
Great.
[chuckles]
I'm telling you, we are risking environmental catastrophe
if we should allow this to continue.
You scientists are so prone to overreaction.
And-and what if they should discover us?
You have got to stop this now.
Is that an order?
No, no. No. Uh, no.
I.. Of course not.
I'm-I'm just, um, worried, that's all.
Well, that's perfectly understandable, doctor
but I would think that the $5 million you've been paid
would buy a little peace of mind.
Shall we get on with it?
Out of deference to your concerns
I believe that the good citizens of Metropolis deserve a break.
Especially since our friend in the cape
hasn't been in action all day.
[intense music]
[beeping]
Y-you said that y-you were only going to use this
for a few days. Um, it's been weeks.
Well, doctor, what can I say?
When I find something I enjoy
I stick with it.
When do you think you'll stop enjoying it?
I believe that depends on Superman.
All is set, sir. The 10:35 is on schedule.
Very good, Nigel,
And have a very pleasant evening.
Thank you, sir, and you.
The 10:35?
I'm afraid there's going to be another little mishap.
'And if Superman is true to form'
the temperature will go up.
Now, doctor, why so down?
It simply further proves your theory
connecting Superman with the heat.
- Mint julep? - Uh, uh, thank you.
[slurps]
[water running]
[sighs]
[grunts]
[knock on door]
(Lois) 'Clark! Open up! It's me!'
[knocking continues]
Hey, Lois, what's up?
Oh, came to fix you guys a decent meal.
We're not hungry.
I am trying to do something nice here, Clark.
Where's Superman? Is he alright?
- Uh, he's fine. - The man needs company.
He needs to know that somebody cares.
I think he just wants to be alone.
- He said that? - Yeah.
Oh, that is so like him.
He is obviously reaching out in his time of need.
It's a good thing I came.
So where is he?
He's in the shower.
Superman is in the shower?
Did you see him?
I-I mean..
...does the outfit actually come off?
I didn't look.
Oh, of course not. No.
I wouldn't either. Mm-mmm.
I don't hear any water.
He probably just got out.
Oh.
I wonder if he likes pasta salad.
Oh, wait, wait, wait!
What? I'm just going to ask him.
The guy just got out of the shower.
Give him some privacy. I'll ask him.
[sighs]
[instrumental music]
(woman on TV) 'Our topic? Superman's superpowers.'
'Is he a super guy or does he cause super heat?'
'How much more proof do you need, Kyle?'
(Kyle) 'I am not convinced, Ellen.'
(Ellen) 'You have yet to espouse a succinct argument'
'explaining the heat wave in Metropolis.'
(Kyle) 'Anybody with a high school degree and only half a brain'
'knows that it's the green house effect.'
'Look what's been happening in California--'
You don't need to make dinner.
Oh, it's you.
I want to.
You do eat, don't you?
I don't have to, but I like to.
Well, then you'll like this.
I only know how to make four things
and this is the only one without chocolate.
I'm sure it'll be delicious.
Uh, we'll never eat that way.
(man on TV) 'We interrupt this broadcast to bring you'
'a special news bulletin.'
'We have a runaway express train on the green line.'
'It's just barreled through Hobbs river station'
'heading south at over 75 miles an hour.'
'At that rate, it should reach the main Metropolis terminal'
'in eight minutes.'
'That area is being evacuated'
'but there are over 300 people at risk on the train.'
I'm sorry, Superman. Dinner's going to have to wait.
- I have to go. - So do I.
Wait. What are you doing?
I'm going to stop the train.
You can't. You gave your word.
I have to, Lois. You know I have to.
[sighs]
Clark and I'll meet you there.
Clark!
He's already on his way.
[sighs] Great.
What kind of partner are you, Clark?
You call this loyalty?
[instrumental music]
[imitating airplane]
[humming]
Superman to the rescue!
[horn honking]
Ah...it's going to be a hot time
in the old town tonight.
(man on radio) 'It's 110 degrees'
'and thousands are fleeing Metropolis for cooler weather.'
'In the news, Superman has again violated the injunction.'
'Using his superpowers to save 325'
'commuters on a runaway train..'
Lois, I think I got something!
I charted all the super activity, just like you said.
Then I compared it to the heat-distribution map
for the same time period.
The dates match the temperature rises
but...get a load of this.
[beeping]
The really hot spots aren't anywhere near
the super activity.
I knew it.
But nobody's going to give up one theory
until we can prove another.
Well, if I start now, I can have a mail-order physics degree
in say, 6 years.
I got a better idea, call Dr. Goodman
the physicist from the press conference.
She didn't believe Superman was guilty, either.
Maybe she can tell us something about these maps.
Lois, I need you to get down to the courthouse right away.
I thought all I was good for was puff pieces.
Now, look, I'm trying to run a newsroom here
with everybody missing in action.
'Even Kent called in with heat exhaustion.'
So, it's you or nobody.
Superman's about ready to turn himself in.
I'm on it. Jimmy, fax this map to Dr. Goodman.
Tell her I'll call her as soon as I get back.
- 'Lois!' - Now what?
You tell Superman I'm pulling for him.
I will, chief.
I will.
[crowd chanting] Superman must go!
- 'Superman must go!' - Excuse me.
Superman must go!
- Superman must go! - Superman must go!
When I first arrived in Metropolis
I said I came to help.
That's still how I feel..
But I'll have to find another place and another way.
I have voluntarily agreed to leave Metropolis
by noon tomorrow.
'I believe it's the best way to put all of your fears to rest.'
I will miss everyone. Thank you.
[indistinct chatter]
You can't leave.
I have no choice.
But they can't be right.
[instrumental music]
[grunts]
[music continues]
Uh, Lois? I, uh..
Hey, never mind. It's not important.
It's okay, Jimmy. What is it?
I sent everything we had over to Dr. Goodman.
She said she would take a look at it.
Thanks.
Do you think we should give up?
[chuckles] No way.
Me neither.
You see this?
I guess CK made it to the courthouse today after all.
"The crowd reacted with surprise and relief.
"It was over. Superman knew it.
He felt something strike him in the chest."
(Clark) His eyes fell on the face of a young boy
who appeared to hold back tears
as Superman picked up the object..
...a Superman action figure.
Once priceless to its young owner.
Superman wanted to return it, but the boy was gone.
They say the man of steel is invulnerable.
I don't think so.
[instrumental music]
[sighs]
Don't be mad. We had to come.
I've never been so glad to see anyone in my life.
Honey.
Oh, sweetheart.
- You don't have to do this. - What choice do I have?
I don't get it, Clark. I just don't get it.
You used your powers in Smallville and it never got hot.
That was just everyday stuff, dad.
Since I've been in Metropolis I've been doing
some pretty big things.
But do you believe it?
Do you honestly think you're causing this heat wave?
I don't know, mom.
Everybody else seems to think so.
Well, who cares what everyone else thinks?
This was your dream, Clark. A good job..
A real life for yourself here in Metropolis.
'Why should you lose that?'
It's only Superman who has to leave.
I can't just turn it off, dad.
I can't look past people who are hurting.
People in trouble, knowing that I could help them
and having to stop myself.
I just.. I can't do that.
But you're such a special person, Clark.
It's not fair you're being punished for it.
Mom, please.
I've made up my mind.
Alright then. We'll take you home, son.
No.
I can't go back to Smallville.
Well...I know it's not the big city, but it's home.
It's not that, mom. What if I am a solar conductor?
I can't take the chance of hurting you and dad.
Well, then where are you going to go?
I don't know yet.
Just away from the people that I love the most.
[instrumental music]
- Lois? - Mm.
Clark. I must've fallen asleep.
It's late, Lois. You should go home.
[sighs] There's no time.
Here. Take these over to your desk and..
- What are you doing? - I'm leaving Metropolis.
Mmh. Clark, I'm a little too tired for jokes.
It's no joke.
Leaving? As in quitting?
I'm going to work for the "Smallville Post."
Managing editor.
I guess, I'm just not cut out for big-city life.
Well, nobody's cut out for big-city life.
That's what makes it so exciting.
Look, I know there's no good time to--
We're in the middle of a crisis.
Superman is on the line, and you're out of here?
I just wanted to say goodbye.
Goodbye? We're partners!
You don't need a partner, Lois.
- You never did. - Well, maybe not.
But I was s-starting to like having one.
[instrumental music]
So, are you planning on giving notice?
This is for Perry.
I was wondering if you might give it to him for me.
- I get it. - You do?
Well, it's obvious, Clark.
Nobody gives up a great job in the middle of the night
because they have a chance of a lifetime
to edit the Smallville Gazette.
- Post. - Whatever.
[sighs] This isn't about a job.
Did you really think I hadn't figured out
what it was about you and Superman?
- What do you mean? - You idolize the man, Clark.
And now he's in trouble, and you share his pain.
Look, we all feel bad about Superman.
But the only way to make it right is to fight like crazy.
Don't give up on him because he wouldn't give up on us.
Maybe you don't know him as well as you think you do, Lois.
This is stupid, Clark, go unpack your stuff
and, and let's get to work.
You're not a quitter.
[instrumental music]
Goodbye, Lois.
Are you sure you're going to be okay?
- Fine, chief. - Alright, now, look, Lois.
Kent was a heck of a reporter, but so are you.
And if anybody
can find a way to save Superman, you can.
Yes, sir.
Lois. Lois, you alright?
- I'm fine, Jimmy. - Look, if you want, I could--
Just buzz me if you hear from Dr. Goodman, okay?
Sure.
[instrumental music]
Hi, Lois.
- Okay, stop it. - Stop what?
Stop trying to be so nice.
- All I said was hello. - Exactly.
No little dig, no rude remark, it's not normal.
Everybody around here's treating me like
I just lost my best friend or something.
- You and I should talk. - Why would I want to do that?
Because I know more about losing men than you might think.
First Superman and now Clark.
I don't know who I'll miss more.
I know what'll cheer you up.
Cat, please.
Double, double chocolate fudge!
(Jimmy) Lois!
I said buzz, Jimmy.
Dr. Goodman, Lois Lane. I hope you're here with good news.
Well, I might be. I think you should come with me.
I have something to show you.
It's just up ahead.
- What is? - Your answer.
I feel like I'm in a sauna.
- Well, you are, sort of. - What do you mean?
Below us is the Metropolis aquifer
which is basically just an underground system
of rivers and lakes.
But the temperature under the aquifer is 46 degrees
even in the depth of summer.
Now in here you can look right down
into the main body of the aquifer.
(Lois) 'Boiling water?'
Yeah, and water boils at 212 degrees Fahrenheit.
This is what's causing the heat wave?
Well, the geological pattern of the aquifer is identical
to the heat distribution maps that you faxed me.
So what's making the water super-heat?
All I know is it's coming from up above, not down below.
I did temperature studies.
It seems to be hottest near Hobbs Bay.
Okay.
Look, there's the aquifer..
...and there's Hobbs Bay.
If you trace that up, you get to..
...Lexcorp nuclear.
Well, it's not my specialty but I would say the plant sprung
a major leak somewhere.
They're about to turn that up to full power.
Yeah, well if they turn it up to full power
the way it's leaking now it could blow
the whole thing apart.
We could be looking at a major meltdown.
A meltdown?
We got to find Superman.
Come on.
Knock knock.
Who's there, sir?
Superman.
Superman who?
Exactly.
Yes. Very droll, sir.
Hah, what a joyous day.
First my nuclear power plant gets the go-ahead
because of an emergency that I myself create.
And then, as an added bonus..
...I get to drive Superman out of town for good.
Bye-bye. So long.
I've beaten him. I've won!
Yes, sir.
Oh, no.
This is a wonderful device.
And I shall have to remember this
on one of those dreary winter days
when my tan is fading.
But for now, all the heat from Lexcorp nuclear
will go directly into the Bay where it belongs.
Uh, but wouldn't that create an ecological disaster, sir?
Plenty of fish in the sea, Nigel.
Mayor Berkowitz. Lex Luthor.
Well, I should like very much to have you by my side
when I throw the switch that powers up
the Lexcorp nuclear plant.
Well done, sir.
(man on TV) 'We interrupt this program'
'to bring you a special report.'
'Here, live, from downtown'
'Metropolis, it's Murray Mindlin.'
Superman has taken a super hike
and not soon enough as far as
this reporter's concerned.
Not only is he responsible
for baking Metropolis
but rumor has it, his force field
is the real reason
the Metropolitans lost
the pennant this year.
This, among everything else--
Excuse me. This is important.
Ke-keep rolling. Superman.
If you can hear this, come back. We've figured it out.
You're not causing the heat and you never were
but there's an emergency and we need you now.
Meet me at Lexcorp nuclear plant
and I'll explain everything.
And, Superman, hurry.
This is Murray Mindlin
and you heard it here first.
There's an emergency at Lexcorp nuclear plant.
A meltdown in progress.
Superman, where are you when we need you?
- Oh, come on. Yeah. - Come on.
- Boo! - Boo!
Bob, back to you.
Folks, folks, can I have your attention?
I have some great news
and I'd like to share it with you.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is my pleasure to inform you
that within minutes, air conditioners will be humming
throughout this great city of ours.
Isn't that wonderful?
[applause]
Mr. Luthor.
Let's wait..
...no longer.
Stop!
I'm afraid that stopping is not one of the options, Superman.
We think there's a leak in the reactor core.
That's what's causing the heat, not Superman.
It's impossible.
'What other explanation can there be?'
Your plant is causing the aquifer water to heat up.
Unless, of course, there's some other reason, Luthor.
Well, of course not. Believe me, there's no leak.
Well, then there's no leak.
We're on-line! The fuel rods are hot!
- Can your men shut it down? - No.
Once the sequence is initiated..
...it's physically impossible.
It's one of the safety features.
Wait. You can't go in there.
'The radioactivity will kill you.'
(male #7) 'Warning! The reactor core has been breached.'
'All personnel must wear appropriate'
'protective equipment.'
'Warning. The reactor core has been breached.'
'All personnel must wear appropriate'
'protective equipment.'
[intense music]
The plant's a total loss.
And the city wants me to pay all the clean-up expenses
for a leak that I had completely under control
until Superman decided to save the day.
Not only did he have the pleasure of totally
dismantling my plant
but the radioactivity
didn't even affect him.
What more gloom do you have to bring to my attention?
Well, sir, I thought you'd be rather pleased to hear
that the Lexcorp air conditioning division
did make a 2000% profit
over the last three weeks.
♪ Look for ♪
♪ The silver lining ♪
♪ Where'er a cloud appears in the gloom ♪
♪ Remember somewhere ♪
♪ The sun is shining ♪
♪ And so the right thing ♪
♪ To do.. ♪♪
Snow on the ground, Superman in the sky..
Everything's right with the world.
Well, almost everything.
(Jimmy) Hey, CK!
- Everything. - Hey, Clark!
You don't know how many people are gonna be happy to see you.
Hey, Kent, I heard you were doing
a little early spring cleaning.
- Chief, I-- - Now, look, son.
'In case you hadn't noticed, it's wintertime out there.'
Now, why don't you just take this stuff
put it back on your desk and, uh, get to work?
I think Lois is going to need some help
with that nuclear power plant follow-up.
Thank you.
I'll take this before you can change your mind.
Don't worry, son.
That heat made us all a little bit crazy.
I, uh..
I figured you'd want this back.
- Y-you didn't read it? - I didn't think I needed to.
I knew you'd be back.
I guess you knew me better than I thought.
Well, you really did it.
You saved Superman.
And he saved Metropolis..
...even after the way he was treated.
I guess he couldn't give up after all.
Neither could you.
So...there was no job in Smallville, was there?
No.
Well, I guess if I could forgive Superman for almost leaving
I suppose I can forgive you, too.
- Thanks. - After all, you're only human.
So, what do you think of our lead?
That's not how you spell aquifer.
Easy, Kent. You can be replaced.
I was already starting to look.
[instrumental music]
[theme music]