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Superman & Lois

Superman & Lois is an American superhero drama television series developed for The CW by Todd Helbing and Greg Berlanti, based on the DC Comics characters Superman and Lois Lane.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Superman & Lois is an American superhero drama television series developed for The CW by Todd Helbing and Greg Berlanti, based on the DC Comics characters Superman and Lois Lane. The series stars Tyler Hoechlin as Clark Kent/Superman and Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane, and follows them as they balance family life, work, and heroism. It aired for four seasons from 2021 to 2024.

Premise

The series follows Superman and Lois Lane as they return to Smallville and navigate family responsibilities alongside superhero threats. Its central focus is the couple's relationship and their role as parents.

Production

Superman & Lois was developed for The CW by Todd Helbing and Greg Berlanti. It was announced in 2019, ordered in 2020, and produced as a live-action television series based on DC Comics characters. The series was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Broadcast history

The series premiered on The CW on February 23, 2021, and ran for four seasons. Its final episode aired on December 2, 2024.

Cast and characters

The main roles are played by Tyler Hoechlin as Clark Kent/Superman and Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane. The series also features their sons Jonathan and Jordan as major characters.

Key facts

  • Superman & Lois is a superhero drama that aired on The CW from 2021 to 2024.
  • The series was developed by Todd Helbing and Greg Berlanti, based on DC Comics characters.
  • Tyler Hoechlin and Elizabeth Tulloch star as the title characters.
  • The story focuses on family life, including raising sons Jonathan and Jordan.
  • Filming took place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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Canadian context

The series was filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia, which is a notable connection for Canadian readers.

Frequently asked questions

What is Superman & Lois about?
It follows Clark Kent/Superman and Lois Lane as they raise their teenage sons while dealing with work, family, and supervillain threats.
Who created Superman & Lois?
The series was developed by Todd Helbing and Greg Berlanti.
When did Superman & Lois first air?
It premiered on The CW on February 23, 2021.
How many seasons does Superman & Lois have?
The series has four seasons.
Who stars in Superman & Lois?
Tyler Hoechlin stars as Clark Kent/Superman and Elizabeth Tulloch stars as Lois Lane.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superman_&_Lois
    Supports: Series development, premise, cast, network, and original run
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11192306/
    Supports: Release date, runtime, country of origin, filming location, and series details
  3. HBO Max — https://www.hbomax.com/shows/superman-lois/bd0e214b-4124-4566-85b3-5498bbb4a479
    Supports: Premise, cast, episode count, seasons, and release year
  4. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/tvshows/superman-and-lois/1000781047/
    Supports: Seasons, network, genre, and series overview