Tom Welling Reveals Alternative Ending for ‘Smallville’

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As a gamer with a soft spot for Superman and a deep appreciation for the impact Smallville had on my childhood, I can confidently say that this alternate ending revelation is both intriguing and a little disappointing. On one hand, it’s fascinating to learn about the creative processes behind our favorite shows, and knowing that Welling fought for his vision adds a layer of authenticity to the series finale. However, the cropped top and no-sleeves suit description has me chuckling at the thought of Tom Welling, in all his seriousness, donning a makeshift Superman outfit and pretending it’s the real deal. It’s these quirky behind-the-scenes moments that make our beloved shows even more special!

Prior to the advent of the Arrowverse and Marvel’s series, there existed the television show known as Smallville. This Superman series was a significant TV success, and though the concept of a vast interconnected narrative universe was quite abstract back then, fans nonetheless appreciated superheroes. Smallville, being a period piece, remains fondly remembered by many fans.

15 years since Smallville wrapped up, I’m still blown away by its masterful creation of a superhero saga. It’s no wonder that both casual viewers and die-hard fans alike continue to engage in lively discussions about this iconic series, as well as the talented cast who graced our screens with their performances.

In this article, we’ll share insights from a recent interview given by Tom Welling, who you might recall as the star of the series, where he portrayed Clark Kent/Superman. We’ll discuss some intriguing details about an alternate ending to the popular show “Smallville” that is bound to pique your curiosity!

Smallville first hit television screens on October 16, 2001, and after an impressive run of 11 seasons, it concluded on May 13, 2011. Across these years, a grand total of 217 episodes were broadcast, which is almost unbelievable compared to modern standards. However, the length of the series might lead one to assume its quality was subpar; on the contrary, Smallville was highly regarded and extremely popular during its era.

The show significantly laid the groundwork for subsequent superhero TV productions, and it’s continued popularity is one of its defining features. At first, Tom Welling, the lead actor, wasn’t interested in auditioning for the role, but after reading the script for the pilot, he decided to give it a try. As you can imagine, the rest of his career with this series became iconic. Looking back 13 years later, Welling often reflects on his time in the show. In a recent interview at Comic Con Stockholm, Welling shared an interesting tidbit: there was originally a different ending planned for the series, and this might catch you off guard.

In one of the climactic moments, Clark unbuttons his shirt before plunging from the building. This scene was depicted differently in the script. It showed Clark discovering the suit, then a cut to him donning it and slipping on the boots. Do any of you recall the TV series “24” starring Kiefer Sutherland?

The program concluded, featuring a space satellite image, and the character addressed the imagery while knowing Chloe, his coworker, was watching. He bid farewell, saying “I must leave, yet I have no choice,” leaving me with the impression that this man is embarking on a heroic journey. Although we cannot accompany him, this scenario fuels our imagination, allowing us to envision him continuing his efforts.

In the show, when we were attempting to decipher this mystery, I recalled a notion: this particular character would venture forth, he’d be off on an adventure. However, that didn’t work for us. That’s how things unfolded in that regard. There was some debate and constraints regarding the shots we could utilize; it was mainly myself and Greg Beeman, the episode’s director, who made these decisions.

Instead of insisting they film a crane shot for coverage, I planned to make it the final shot. Once that was done, the production ended. Since it was a crane shot, I wouldn’t entertain any other camera angles for it, as I had specifically envisioned this. Upon hearing this, the wardrobe department responded with understanding, saying they would focus on just this scene.

They custom-made me a sleeveless top instead of the whole suit because they didn’t want to spend on it, and I was fine with that since I wasn’t keen on wearing a suit anyway! [laughs] If I stretch out the shirt as if to rip it more, you’d be able to see my navel.

Source: ScreenRant

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2024-11-05 16:14