Superman and Lois: When Writers CARE About Their AUDIENCE!! 

May this show become the next Cobra Kai for respecting their audience 🐍

As a scriptwriter, it genuinely surprised me when I realized this was a cw show. It’s very good, and doesn’t fall into a lot of the traps the other cw shows typically do.

Did anyone else just love how Lois was actually in love with Clark before she found out he was Superman? That really made me respect Lois as a character a lot more in the series unlike ‘tokenized Iris west’ from the flash that magically fell in love with Barry AFTER discovering his identity

This show is the best Superman I've seen since Christopher Reeves.

More people should cover this show. It’s important to talk about the good entertainment as well as the woke nonsense

The only bad feeling this show invokes is that The CW will use the money they make from this to make 100+ more terrible superhero shows to push politics.

When Lois calls her dad out for being a douche and she says we raise our kids together. I stand behind Clark. Omg I got goosebumps! A show where a woman supports a partner?! Plz don't fuck this show up plz!

As a Superman mega fan since birth(1982), I am so surprised and happy that this show is good. I can't believe it. Tyler really has sold me on his Superman.

I like the way they deal with Superman rescuing Lois; we see that she gets into danger because she is brave and inquisitive, not because she is weak. What comes across really well in this series is how her bravery is partly because of her absolute faith in Superman to protect her.

The real testament to this show is that I haven't heard anyone say anyone bad about it, (yes, even people like me that don't really like Superman). Episode 11 is just greatness, jumping through so many events without ever feeling rushed.

I loved the headfake with Luthor. If i didn't know any better i would say the writers were writing this show in secret away from the checklist holders.

Superman & Lois is BRILLIANT. Just caught up with it yesterday, and each episode has me fully engaged, and even emotionally invested. great writing, great performances. Just when you think they’re going to go down the typical ‘bad father tropes’, they do something unexpected which elevates the father figure, it’s a real emotional rollercoaster, especially the bit with Lois’ memory of losing her baby is brought on by the alternative world daughter she had and nearly losing on of her boys and her going through it was very effective.

Meanwhile, the Flash spent less than five minutes in his own freaking show last episode.

Really enjoyed the origin story part of this episode. These people understand storytelling. Tyler Hoechlin is doing a great portrayal of both Clark and Superman and Louis is his partner, not his better. Damn good show.

Man it’s almost like taking your characters, world and audience seriously and respecting them actually pays off!!

Most people have forgotten that Jonathan sheered that rope with a football at the beginning. He also one handed that heavy AF hammer. He has powers.

Love this show but Season 2 is usually the make or break point for CW superhero shows. Let's hope for the best.

The best Superman production since Reeve. PERIOD.

Watched this one and loki back to back, made me not wanna watch loki next week. This show is probably currently the best superhero show by far, everything from writing to cinematography.

I wonder if the CW will ever realize that if they make the Flash, and Batwoman like this show, they would make even more money. I think it’s an interesting concept to try out.

“To infinity and beyond!!” Oh wait wrong story, “ up up and away!!”

Had to stop the video early. I'll need to come back to this after I binge this show. You got me all excited, Az. An actual good superman?... this better not be a trick! :)

Seems like this show is an oasis amidst all the other woke-bating garbage that surrounds us today. I hope this the beginning of a new Renaissance.

That Fleischer inspired costume...oh! It looks so good! It's up there with the Christopher Reeve suit. Yes, I said it. Fight me. It proves that you don't need a weird basketball texture on a suit, or thick black panel lines to make a great costume. Just want to see him rock the "S" curl, though.

I remember never being impressed with the actors playing Clark and Lois in supergirl. I’m so glad I ignored that feeling and gave this show a chance. I just love it and them! The hold the wrench episode made me cry. As much as I love Reeves and Kidder, these two are a close second. It’s all the characters and the development put into it. The surprises actually surprise me, when usually I can see a plot twist a mile away. I look forward to the next episode each week! We need more shows like this. You have an amazing friendship developing between Lois and Lana. It’s unexpected and welcome. All of the nuances give me all the feels. It’s the little things, like the episode that Lois was just feeling last on Clark’s list. When she tells him, there is such hurt on Clark’s face. It was just amazing because you knew immediately it was he was hurt for her. He just didn’t realize that is how she felt. It’s not just an action story, it’s about family. Give me more!

I was also excited when it was revealed that "Luthor" was John Henry Irons. I hope he gets some redemption from that movie.

This is the show we deserve! Superman as a symbol of hope. No Clark/Lois/Lana triangle.

The only good show on the CW. Way better than anything Disney have put out in the last year.

I loved the way they danced around the Truth, Justice, the American way, not committing to it which would feel a little weird but acknowledging it as a nod to us the audience. Episode 11 was one of my favourites

The main reason the Irons's "race politics" line worked was because it did NOT call the AUDIENCE "racist", it rightly called the SYSTEM "racist". Most "bad" shows try to guilt the audience to change. THIS show, like pre 2009 Star Trek, instead tries to show that there IS a problem and treats the audience with respect because they know audience is not the "problem" but rather the possible solution.

I'm still waiting for the other shoe to drop. Hope it doesn't.

I was so relieved when it turned out he wasn't luthor, and then he didn't adopt the character as well. So enjoyed his story arc so far

Left in the middle of episode 3 and didn't see episode 4 and 5 but saw episodes 6-11 and am currently loving it, every character has more than one layer to them, including the characters you are supposed to be against, you can still see where they're coming from and why they are doing it even if their actions aren't condonable.

As a huge Superman fan, I almost didn't watch this, getting pretty burnt out on the Arrowverse/CW DC shows (only still watch The Flash at this point.) I ended up checking out the pilot, and mannn, it has been my favorite super hero series since Daredevil. Love it! It keeps all the traditions you love about Clark Kent/Superman with some fresh & modern stories. Tyler Hoechlin is easily becoming my favorite Superman. He has won me over completely.

Fantastic show. The complaint i have is with the CW and that's the Hiatus. It hurt the show after the first one ratings wise. I have faith it can stay the course with the great writing. So far. So damn good

I'm so happy that the good one is a superman show.

What I love about this show is how they portray Lois. She's not the butch lesbian or the meek girl that democrats want to pander, instead she is a strong female in the likes of Ellen Ripley or Princess Leigha. And its the way she loves and supports superman that makes her the better half. Its so refreshing.

Nerdrotic should do a video on this show. Get more people watching.

The moment Jordan's Laser Vision starts acting up and Clark covered his eyes and tells him to let it all out and just takes the pain for his Son is one of the best scenes. I think it would be awesome if Jonathan get implanted with a Kryptonian and is strong enough to suppress the personality but keep the powers

They say that now, but just wait for a betrayal.

"The Devil always steals and counterfeits from the true original. He has no creative power on his own, he can only copy and counterfeit."

This show is basically 'Smallville 2', and that is no bad thing. Just Brilliant, a show you get invested in, so watchable.

I really have enjoyed this. Tyler Hoechlin is likeable, Bitsie Tulloch portrays a fantastic range, Wole Parks is showing depth and poise brilliantly and Adam Rayner hasn't done a single cackle.

John Henry Irons was just an amazing character in this series and I hope he continues on in this show for a long time

This is still the CW though, it’s good so far but I’m preparing myself for when the mask eventually slips off.

This show proves that they CAN make a show that simply exists to entertain. Apparently the showrunners aren't concerned about getting likes and retweets. Bravo for them! Loving it so far. 👍🏾

Superman & Lois is such an amazing show I’m blown away at how well it’s written and acted

This is my favorite Superman show since The Adventures of Lois and Clark. Love this show. It actually keeps me coming back. At least there is something on the CW that doesn't give a person an aneurysm just watching it (Supergirl and Batwahman).

Superman writers: "Hey let's make the Superman of our childhoods, the symbol of hope and justice come to life, with a cast you root for because you respect and understand them?" Batwoman writers: "Yo what if Al Sharpton was a superhero?"

Superman & Lois does right what all of the other CW shows do wrong. They do not sacrifice the main character in favor of the ego of his wife, which is what was the downfall of The Flash.

I NEVER thought in a million Years I'd be a Fan of a CW show AZ!!! But this is written and done so well! I'm LOVING it! I Love The John Irons story line! I was honestly nervous when they revealed him originally to be Luthor. and i thought the whole emotional thing with the kids was going to be a disaster! But Im so happy They DID NOT make Jordan a Victim! and how hes ACTUALLY struggling learning about his powers instead of how they usually do it, and have them full controlled in 1 episode. That whole relationship between the brothers, i think is one of the best written in the show! They are JUST Trying to tell a good Story. And Tyler is a GREAT Superman, and Lois is a badass in her own right! And the Family dynamics are amazing! If it wasnt for HBO being involved i dont think it would have turned out nearly as good, and im so glad they were!

This show is just the best

Honestly there's so many good things about this show that can't be expressed in the comments alone. But it is such a breath of fresh air for a show that is on the CW.

I've seen in past superman shows that his human mother made his suit. I liked that touch of detail in this "My mother made it for me". And if course it's not the one he uses now. He probably still keeps it in a drawer. I would.

It's really is well written, directed, and acted. Sometimes I'm afraid it will go off the rails with certain themes trying to check social check boxes, but it comes right back where it should be. This is the best written TV show in maybe a decade. Considering the identity politics going on in Hollywood, I can't believe this show is even possible. This is proper escapism!

That guy is JOHN HENRY? That's AWESOME! Now I HAVE to go back and watch this show. I was waiting until it had at least a full season but now I'm pumped too. I loved the whole 4 supermen battling thing after the death of Superman. Eradicator was my favorite one.

I can't wait to see Oliver Harper's review of this show, he is a massive Superman fan!

It's good because the characters are written realistically with flaws and virtues. They all make mistakes and help each other out, just like in real life.

The measurement of how good this show is for me, is it is the first show since the first couple of seasons of Game of Thrones that I actually make an effort to watch, as it is released each week.

When Johnathan didn't get powers and was happy, because it meant his talent was all natural. Hard work to get where he wanted.

Loved this show since day 1, it is fun, entertaining, and is well acted and written. Also it's not woke.

I'm glad that they treat people with social anxiety/ADHD as normal people because we are.

Theres a great line about Spiderman as a young person "peter parker's life was a mess after the spider bite it's an even bigger mess" which applies to Jordan

Haven't watched the show yet, but just noticed that the S-design is the same as the S in the 1940's cartoon. Nice touch.

Last time I was this early, Twitter was consistent in their punishments. Who am I kidding? I was never this early.

I admit when I saw this shows trailer I was really sceptical, but I'm glad I was proven wrong, this show is fantastic and as a huge Superman fan it makes me really happy loved the last episode when he used the phone box to change harking back to Christopher Reeve.

This show is better than man of steel it FEELS more like superman god this is so good!!

i especially liked the last episode here, seeing the classic styled suit, made me think of Christopher Reeve's version.

It so refreshing to watch a show with actual writing and not a tumblr self insert fanfic

They better fire The Flash god awful writers and showrunner for the next season and give it the S&L treatment, nuff said.

Can't wait how it will go on major cliffhanger last episode, too bad no episode next week. Absolute great show, love the Superman actor.

I am actually crazy impressed with Tyler Hoechlin and Bitsie Tulloch. I did not care for them at all in Supergirl, and didn't see how they could save them, but holy crap what a difference quality material makes. Tyler especially seems to be channeling the best aspects of supermen past, particularly Christopher Reeve.

This show is fucking amazing I really love it man they got Superman right and his kids and Lois

With that in mind, Az, I'm glad that my forecast of its ratings getting back above the 1 million mark has come to fruition. Let's keep our fingers crossed that this next hiatus doesn't drag the ratings down again. ;-)

I really enjoyed this video and I love the show. I’m a huge fan of Superman and I’m happy with this one.

I went back to this show because you mentioned it's back on during a Real BBC (I think?). WOW am I glad you reminded people it came back!! It's not just an OK show anymore either; it's actually pretty damn good!!

I kind of was done with CW after Batwoman and I more or less enjoyed the entire Arrowverse until then. But you have raised my interest.

To the writers and showrunner of Superman and Lois: Thank you for respecting the lore and giving us a respectful portrayal of Superman.

The John Henry Irons reveal made me literally applaud and shout for joy, awesome moment

Supergirl/Superman&Lois Earth has a Lex Luther already. Played by Jon Cryer.

Been waiting for this! Thanks Az!!

Superman and Lois right now is the best superhero show on television right now! And CW need more writers that they have on Superman and Lois and put them on the other superheroes shows. Then CW can be the premier DC superhero channel!😔✊

I started watching the show when it came out, and after E03 I said "Nope. Not another 'angsty teen' show. This is not for me". A cuple of days ago, when it ended, I decided to give it another chance, and ended up watching the full season in 2 days. It is really good, and all the characters act almost like regular people in their relationships. They don't keep secrets for the sake of creating tension in the show, they don't overreact (or at least that doesn't last long when it happens).

Well that's nice to hear, big props to the writers! This feels like a breath of fresh air.

I'm having a BLAST watching Superman and Lois. Great writing, good acting and special effects. The story is really just a very good analysis on have Superman juggles Superhero demands with Superdad/husband demands. Really a great no nonsense sensible and hands it over to the audience to put themselves in each characters position as to how the audience may deal with things. I really love this show and I hope, really hope that this isn't just an experiment by CW to hook folk in and cook them slowly by heating up the water slowly. There is a good antagonist, and yeah of course there are things that you can poke holes in (like how Superman's first suit made by his mom could be fire invulnerable from being burnt off of Superman). There's some quality chuckles in random places which is excellent and overall I can't get enough of this show. There's a lot of arc twists and plot changes that could happen - it's really worth everyone that has ever liked Superman the story to catch up and get into this show.

My biggest problem with the show is Jordan's "Social Anxiety", He never even once acted like he has Anxiety Disorder. Dude even made the first move to kiss a girl. Let me tell you, with actual anxiety disorder it's brutal to talk to anyone outside your close circle, let alone a girl... It just downplays the issue a lot. But it's ok, it's hollywood.

I removed my CW app after Flash and Arrow went downhill. Now I'm gonna put it back on to watch this show. All of the clips I've seen have been intriguing.

I like when they play up the problems Jordan's powers can cause and that John and Lois get to be strong anchors for their super powered counterparts. John still has the charisma and, because he has no powers, can be bolder because he doesn't have to worry about losing control of powers he doesn't have.

The reviews of this show across all independent reviewers on here are staggeringly different than any other CW show. The writers, producers & directors at all media companies skim through hundreds of reviews like yours AZ (though they'll never admit it.) And I swear the writers at CW for this show have massive smiles while watching this.

i remember seeing on twitter one of the writers got fired from the show and they went on a rant about how she got fired for pushing back against sexist and racist stereotypes and how she was mad because the main "villain" (john henry irons) was black, which feels more racist being mad at the fact that he's black and a villain than just oh, he's an antagonist and he happens to be black. Obviously from watching the show and the ratings whatever she was going on about is not there, this show has been absolutely AMAZING and ive enjoyed every minute of it. The writers are doing a great job at keeping the show a great comic book adaptation and sticking to a story rather than making its entirety about identity politics like the other cw shows have been

Loved every episode of Superman & Lois. I hope CW realizes they're onto a winner here and don't screw it up.

This show is HOW you write and portray a character like Superman. A fresh take but familiar too. NO agendas, NO bashing, NO politics. A diamond in the rough, a basically flawless gem of CW. Perfect cast, great stories, great effects, balan e of emotion and toughness. This is How you do a Superman movie too with characters. love this show, haven't missed any yet and look forward to season 2. 👍👍👍👍

STEEL!? Oh man, I wish I had been more on it about watching this show, that's amazing!

Just listening to you relating various scenes from the show gave me a positive, uplifting emotional reaction. I'll probably never watch the show (just not a fan of comic-book derived television any more), but the fact that it continues, and that it's good gives me hope for the culture as a whole.

Im so glad you are showing this program so much love, AZ I absolutely enjoy this show and want to reward CW with positive words and views when it comes to this series. I pray they stay the course 🙏 Thank you AZ Your brother from across the Pond - Dragon han

Thanks for the video AZ! I found you with Gary Nerdrotic. I feel your passion brother!

Superman And Lois in terms of tone, story, effects, acting, directing, is a mirror image of what we usually get from CW...As for as I’m concerned it’s only CW in name only, apart from that it’s the black sheep of the family in a good way.

Like many others have said, this show is a breath of fresh air. It's so well written and I feel invested in every character.

There were so many avenues that could have gone wrong with Lana's husband, where I was concerned they were gonna make him this simple idiot who needs to be taught a lesson or some kind of MAGA allegory, but the dude is just concerned about his town and his community, and the wrong thibgs he does are all coming from that concern. Add to that the sort of feeling of inadequacy that comes from seeing everyone around you doing more with themselves and the notion that you could have done something else with your life being one of the things that drives him - that makes him really relatable. I mean, who doesn't want jobs created in their town? Plus, he's the firefighter chief - truly bad people don't become firefighters.

Ep. 11 was FUCKING METAL!