Man of Steel
2.01 Aftermath
Written by Terence Jordan
Man of Steel Season 1 Recap
Tom Welling: Previously On Man of Steel
1.01 Return
Clark Kent
I always thought I was sent here to rule, turns out I'm here to be humanities savior.
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Jor-El(sternly)
Listen to me wisely Kal-El. You are forbidden to interfere with human history. What is done is done.
Clark Kent
I understand.
Jor-El walks closer to him. He places both hands on Clark's shoulders.
Jor-El(looks at Clark proudly)
You've made me proud Kal-El. I love you, my son. Never forget Kal-El. Never forget.
He hugs him and Clark returns the embrace. Jor-El steps back and begins to fade away.
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1.02 Undercover
Lex Luthor(throws the paper in the trash)
He failed. I figured he would. Should had someone else do it.
Professor Burg
What's next? How are we going to get it to work?
Lex Luthor
Use the other power source. Either way I want project 1352 up and running immediately.
Professor Burg
Yes Mr. Luthor
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1.03 Birthright
The billboard falls and is about to fall on Lois, Chloe, and Jimmy. Clark flies in super speed and catches the billboard. He looks down to them. Pan to Lois and Jimmy looking dumbstruck.
Mysterious Hero(Clark)
You guys okay?
Pan to Lois who is staring at the S insignia on his chest.
Lois Lane(amazed)
Superman.
Clark smiles. He puts the billboard back. Then he flies off. Pan to a red blur.
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1.04 Headlines
Superman prepares to use his heat vision. Corben fires and the missile his headed towards Superman and Lois. Superman fires his heat vision. The missile explodes and the force knocks Corben out of the air and into the water. Superman and flies back gripping Lois tightly and protectively. Superman stops himself. Pan to see Corben gone.
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1.05 Toyman
Clark Kent(disgusted)
What happened to my friend? Lex you were more carrying than that. Is the man I once knew, really gone? Did you really lose yourself in the darkness?
Lex Luthor
Those days you speak of is over Clark. Memories I no longer remember.
Clark Kent
We were once like brothers. I don't think we'll ever get that back.
Lex Luthor
No. We won't. I told you, those memories I no longer remember. Our paths were destined this way. Its just who we are.
Clark Kent
Yeah the hero and the villain.
Lex Luthor
Am I really the villain Clark. Or is it Namad?
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1.14 Target
Chloe Sullivan
I've been working on this case for six months. Intergang maybe doing illegal activities in Metropolis.
Lois Lane
Intergang? I thought their operation was shut down years ago.
Chloe Sullivan
I did too. Until I found out Barney here. He told me he knows the whole operation and location. He'll give them to me in exchange for protection.
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Chloe phone rings.
Chloe Sullivan(happily)
Hello?
Morgan Edge
You just opened Pandora's Box Detective Sullivan. Hope your prepared for what's in it. Good day Detective Sullivan.
Click. Chloe expression is of worried. Jimmy looks at her concerned.
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Lex Luthor
I hope everything is in order Doctor.
Dr. Klein
It is Mr. Luthor. Project Metallo is now functioning.
Lex Luthor
Very good Doctor. Let the trials begin Superman.
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1.15 Discovery
Lex Luthor
You may notice a change in your body. Dr. Klein and I made a few adjustments.
Corben looks at him skeptically.
John Corben
What kind of changes?
Lex Luthor
You're indestructible.
John Corben(amused)
Really?
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Deep Throat
Detective Sullivan. What you're getting into is so deep, its deeper than Metropolis P.D.
Chloe Sullivan
It doesn't matter. Intergang must be stopped before they take over Metropolis.
Deep Throat
Not just Metropolis. Morgan Edge is using Intergang to start a war.
Chloe Sullivan
What do you mean?
He slides an brown envelope over to her.
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Superman
You're going to Rickers.
Corben smiles and punches Superman. Pan to the force of the hit in slow motion knocking Superman past Lois and Jimmy. Then through the window. Pan to Corben smiling sinisterly.
John Corben
I won't go back quietly Superman.
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John Corben
Give daddy a kiss.
He kisses her. Lois tries to push him off. Corben lets go. He's dumbstruck.
John Corben
I couldn't feel anything.
Lois Lane(angry)
Really? How about you feel this!
She knees him in the groin but hurts herself in the process.
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Metallo
You're mine next time Luthor. Keep your eyes open.
Metallo escapes by breaking the top of the elevator. Pan to Lex eyeing the elevator sternly.
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She opens the brown folder. Pan to a guy in the shadows. Pan back to Chloe looking in the folder.
Chloe Sullivan
Oh my God. He can't possibly-
Pan to a guy dressed in black grabbing Chloe. He puts a rag over her mouth. She falls unconscious.
1.16 Metallo
Superman kicks him off him. Pan to Metallo landing on his feet. Pan to Superman standing up with a stern look. Pan to Metallo eyeing a van with a family of four inside. He walks over to the van. The family are frightened.
Metallo
How many lives of innocent people are you willing to sacrifice for Lex Luthor.
Superman
Don't do it Corben!
Metallo
It's Metallo.
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Metallo
I told you, you die tonight.
Metallo as an evil grin. He gets ready to fire another wave. Pan to Superman reaching for a long sharp piece from the door. Superman summons all the strength he has left and stabs Metallo in the chest knocking the kryptonite out of his chest. Metallo body shuts down and can no longer move.
Metallo
What have you done!
Superman
I figured the kryptonite was your power source. Guess you won't be doing anything Corben.
Metallo
No!!!
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We see Chloe running out the complex with her police uniform wearing a vest and two full guns in both holsters. She gets into her car and starts it. She gets a phone call.
Chloe Sullivan
Hello?
Morgan Edge
Times up.
Chloe Sullivan(confused)
What?
Pan to first person view as Chloe's car explodes while she's inside. Pan to a limo driving off.
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Clark Kent(distraught)
Chloe…She's…She's(finally gets the confidence to tell them)She's dead.
He puts his head back down. Lois felt her heart stop. She starts panting heavily. Clark looks up to her.
Clark Kent
I'm so sorry Lois.
Pan to Jimmy feeling mixed emotions as tears rolls down his eyes. Pan to Lois who is now crying uncontrollably. Clark gets up and hugs her comfortably.
Lois Lane(breaking down)
No! No! No!
She falls down with Clark still holding her. She buries her face in his chest.
Jimmy Olsen(crying)
This… This…can't be happening.
Jimmy falls to his knees crying and punching the concrete. Cut off on them completely heartbroken.
[FADE OUT]
Tom Welling: Now The Season Premier of Man of Steel.
[TEASER]
We see Clark tying his tie, he is wearing a black suit, black pants, dress shoes and a white collar shirt. "COULD IT BE ANY HARD BY THE CALLING" is playing in the background. Through the mirror, we see Martha Kent standing behind him. She place a comforting hand on his shoulder and her expression is sadden.
Martha Kent
Are you okay, sweetie?
Clark turns to face his mother who is a wearing black dress. His expression is of sadness and guilt.
Clark Kent
I should of stayed, I should of have check out the scene. I knew-
Martha Kent
Clark, you listen to me. There was no way of you knowing. Metropolis was under attack. You saved a lot of people that day.
Clark Kent
What kind of hero am I? I if I couldn't save my best friend.
The door opens and Linda(Kara) enters wearing a black long skirt.
Linda Kent
It's time to go.
Clark and Martha nod. She grabs Clark's face in a motherly fashion.
Martha Kent
Don't you dare start blaming yourself, Clark. Chloe wouldn't want that and you know it.
Clark nods and Martha passes by Linda(Kara) giving her a motherly touch on her shoulder. Linda(Kara) looks to Clark sadly.
Linda Kent
She's right Clark. It isn't your fault. You did what you had to. Chloe would be proud.
Clark Kent
Thanks Kara.
She smiles and they walk out Clark's apartment.
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EXT-CEMETERY CHLOE'S FUNERAL
We see people surrounding a grave. The casket is still not placed within it. The song continues to play. Zoom in on Lois wearing a long black skirt, black hat, and black shirt with white collar out in front. Jimmy sits next to her with Lana next to him. Little Clark is sitting on her lap. Clark walks over to Lois and sits next to her. Martha and Linda sit behind them. Martha place a hand on her shoulder. Clark holds her hand and she comfortably squeezes it. Pan to a man(Bruce Wayne) in a black suit with a woman(Rachel Dawes) he also didn't recognize approaching Lois.
Bruce Wayne
I'm so sorry, Lois.
Rachel Dawes
If you need anything.
Lois Lane
Thanks. But I just want to bury my cousin.
Clark realizes the man was Bruce Wayne. They look at each other tensely, before Bruce and Rachel find a seat. Pan to the Preacher saying a few words.
The PreacherWe are here today to mourn the death of Chloe Anne Sullivan. For many of you here today, Chloe was different things. A beloved daughter, a cub reporter, a dedicated detective, a caring friend, and a loving wife. One way or another, Chloe has brought us all together to share our stories about the dearly departed and honor her. So let us rejoice on those memories.
Pan to Jimmy who couldn't hold back the tears anymore. He starts crying and Lana grabs his hand, she also tears up as well. Pan to Lex in the back of all the people watching on. Lois sees him and starts to get angry Clark notices and grips her hand.
Clark Kent
He doesn't matter Lois, don't let him get you worked up more than you already are.
Cut to Slow Motion as the song is coming to an end. Lois, Clark, Jimmy, and the others watch as Chloe's casket gets lowered into the grave. Clark still has his arm surrounded Lois. Everyone starts walking away. Jimmy looks to the grave one more time before Lana walks him to the limo. Just Lois and Clark still stand there with his arm now around her. Lois whips a tear away and her expression is now of determination.
Lois Lane
I'm going to find who did this, and make them pay for it. Mark my words Smallville, Lois Lane is coming down hard.
Clark just listens and doesn't reply but comforts her. They both stand over Chloe's grave. As the people bury her. The song ends.
[FADE OUT][OPENING CREDITS]
STARRING
TOM WELLING…CLARK KENT/KAL-EL/SUPERMAN
MICHAEL ROSENBAUM…LEX LUTHOR
ERICA DURANCE..LOIS LANE
MICHAEL MCKEAN…PERRY WHITE
AARON ASHMORE…JIMMY OLSEN
SOPHIA BUSH…CAT GRANT
JILL TEED…DETECTIVE MAGGIE SAWYER
GUEST STARRING
ANNETTE O'TOOLE…MARTHA KENT
KRISTIN KREUK…LANA LANG ROSS
LAURA VANDERVOORT…LINDA KENT
REOCURRING CAST
PEYTON LIST…LUCY LANE
RUTGER HAVEN…MORGAN EDGE
COLUMBUS SHORT…RON TROUPE
DOMNIC ZAMPROGNA…BRUNO MANNHEIM
DAVID ZAYAS…BILL CHURCH
[ACT I]
INT-DAILY PLANET TWO DAYS LATER-DAY
We see Lois entering the Planet. She is wearing black silk pants and a silk red collard shirt. Pan to everyone surprise to see her. Perry exits from his office and notices Lois going to her desk. He approaches her.
Perry White(places a hand on Lois Desk)
Lois, I've given you, Clark, and Jimmy a week off.
Lois Lane
I don't have time to take off Chief. Intergang is still out there.
Perry White
I put Troupe on it, until you all were ready to come back.
Lois Lane
I can't speak for my partner but two days is more than enough. No offense to Ron but I think someone more advanced.
Perry White
You need time to grieve Lois, you just lost your cousin.
Lois Lane(irritated)
Perry, I'm fine and I'm ready to work.
Perry White
Fine. Lois be stubborn, but you'll be working with Troupe. He'll be your partner for this case, no ifs or buts about it.
Lois Lane(Reluctantly)
(huffs) Fine.
Cut off on Lois and Perry.
INT-DETECTIVE OFFICE-DAY
We see a woman(Maggie Sawyer) walking in with a box, most likely her belongings. The office is Chloe's old office. She looks around.
Maggie Sawyer
Metropolis, welcome home Sawyer.
The Commissioner enters. He is big white male dressed in blue collard shirt and tan pants.
Commissioner
I want you on the Sullivan case. I want to bring those murderers down.
Detective Maggie Sawyer
Yes sir. It will help if I knew what Detective Sullivan was working on.
Commissioner
I'll have Dan Turpin bring all of the cases she was working.
Sawyer nods to him and she sits down.
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EXT-SKY-DAY
We see Superman flying. His mind is wondering, we now hear people screaming in panic.
EXT-DOWNTOWN
We see a runaway bus. Zoom into the bus driver as he's passed out. The bus is passing red traffic lights, almost hitting on going cars. Tilt up to red and blue blur zipping from behind headed towards the bus.
INT-BUS-DAY
People are terrified and a child grips her mother's hand.
Child
I'm scared mommy.
Mother(reassuring)
Don't worry its going to be okay, baby.
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EXT-DOWNTOWN
The bus is going to collide with another bus. Superman grips the runaway bus's left side and slightly turns it to avoid the oncoming bus. He stops the bus and opens the door.
Superman
Is everyone okay?
Everyone on the bus. Superman checks the driver's pulse. Then he carries off the bus. Police and ambulances arrive on the scene.
Superman
This man needs medical attention.
Superman walks over to the medics and places the bus driver on the stretcher.
Police Officer
Nice job Superman.
Superman nods and takes off into the air.
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INT-DAILY PLANET-DAY
Wee Lois on the phone.
Lois Lane
I want to see everything Detective Sullivan was working on. Unauthorized…This is matter of the press. Don't you put me on hold…Damn!
She slams the phone on the hook. She looks to Chloe's picture. Its of her and Chloe together hugging. Pan to a African American male(Ron Troupe) approaching her desk. He appears to be in his early twenties and wearing a blue collar shirt and brown pants.
Ron Troupe
Hey Lois, Perry told me you and I are working the Intergang case.
Lois Lane
Yeah. No offense Troupe but you're only going to slow me down.
Ron Troupe
Maybe you like to see what I have so far.
Lois Lane
Like what? Spill.
Ron Troupe
Did you know Bruno's getting out of jail today.
Lois Lane
That's all you have. Sorry Troupe but-
Ron Troupe
He's being picked up by Edge himself. I was thinking maybe you like to tail them. See where they might end up.
Lois Lane
(smirks) You know Troupe you're not half bad. We're going need a photographer.
She picks up a phone.
Lois Lane
Come on Jimbo, wake up.
INT-JIMMY'S APARTMENT
We see Jimmy's apartment in a pig style. Clothes is scattered every where and dirty dishes on the table. His phone is ringing. Jimmy gets out of bed slowly, his appearance is of a slouch and answers.
Jimmy Olsen
Lois. I don't feel like talking.
Lois Lane(phone)
I know its hard but I need you.
Jimmy Olsen(irritated)
Lois, I don't want to talk.
Lois Lane(Phone)
I'm going after Intergang Jimmy! And I need you as my right hand guy.
Jimmy thinks.
Jimmy Olsen
Lois I can't.
Lois Lane(phone)
They killed Chloe, and they're going to pay for it. Are you with me Jimbo?
Jimmy Olsen(sternly)
Count me in, I'm on my way.
EXT-PARK
We see a cat in the tree and a little girl calling its name.
Little Girl
Precious! Come down Precious!
The cat meows. Pan to Superman grabbing the cat and he delivers the cat to the little girl.
Little Girl
Precious! Thank you Superman!
Superman
You're welcome. Good-bye Precious.
The little girl runs off happily. We hear a phone ring. Superman picks it up.
Clark Kent
Hello.
Lois Lane(Phone)
Smallville! Where are you? I've been trying to call you.
Clark Kent
I've been busy.
Lois Lane
Busy with what milking cows?
Clark Kent(annoyed)
Is it a reason you called Lois?
Lois Lane
Yeah, Smallville get to Daily Planet. I have something on Intergang, we're going after them.
Clark Kent(concerned)
Lois. I want you stay away from the story.
Superman takes off into the air.
EXT-SKY-DAY
While Superman flies he continues to talk to Lois as Clark on the phone.
Lois Lane(Phone)
I'm a big girl and can take care of myself. Intergang must be brought down, so are you with me or not?
Clark Kent(angry)
I just lost Chloe to Intergang! I'm not trying to lose you too!
Lois Lane
I'm doing this for Chloe, Clark! If you want to avoid the problem fine!
We hear a click. Superman puts his phone back in his shorts.
Superman
Damn it Lois.
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INT-DAILY PLANET-DAY
We see Jimmy entering with his camera. He still hasn't cleaned himself up. He approaches Lois and Ron.
Ron Troupe
So Clark's not in.
Jimmy Olsen
Let's get going, I want these guys and bring them down.
Lois Lane
That's the spirit.
The three of them exit the planet.
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EXT-METROPOLIS PRISON
We see a man in red collard shirt(Bruno Mannheim) exiting the prison gate. A black limo is parked outside.
Bruno Mannheim
Freedom at last.
Bruno enters the limo.
INT-LIMO-DAY
Bruno is surprised to see Edge.
Bruno Mannheim
Picked up by the man himself. I should feel honored.
Morgan Edge
Mannheim. Don't flatter yourself. The cops is going to be watching you frequently. I want you to keep a low profile.
Bruno Mannheim
So. They can't stop us no how. What we have plan is going to shake Metropolis.
Morgan Edge
First, we need a benefactor and I don't need heat brought down on us, ruining my plans.
Bruno Mannheim
What benefactor?
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INT-TROUPE'S CAR
We see Ron in the driver's seat, Lois in the passenger side, and Jimmy in the back seat middle.
Jimmy Olsen
Exactly how did Mannheim get out of jail? He was part of the murder of Barney.
Lois Lane
My guess is Edge's influence.
Ron Troupe
They're pulling off now.
EXT-OUTSIDE
The limo pulls off, Pan to Troupe slowly following behind.
INT-RON'S CAR
Lois Lane
You're too far away, get up close.
Ron Troupe
I know how to tail Lois.
Lois Lane
Really? Sure doesn't appear that way.
Ron Troupe
Have a little faith in me Lois.
Lois Lane
The way you're tailing, I'm have to have faith you won't lose them.
Ron gives her annoyed look.
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INT-LIMO
Bruno Mannheim
Lex Luthor! You can't be serious, you know he can't be trusted. The guy is scum, and that's coming from me.
Morgan Edge
I didn't ask for your input. I run Intergang and I make the calls. Remember that.
Bruno Mannheim
Right.
Edge gives him a distrustful look.
EXT-UNDERGROUND CLUB
We see the Limo stopping in front of the club. Edge and Mannheim exit the limo and enter the club.
INT-RON'S CAR
Lois Lane
What club is this?
Ron Troupe
I don't know.
Lois Lane
I say we check it out. Come on!
Ron Troupe
Come On? We don't know what to expect.
Lois Lane
That's why its called investigating reporting. You should really learn that Troupe. Come on Jimmy!
Lois and Jimmy exit the car. Ron shakes his head.
Cut off on Ron following Lois and Jimmy into the club.
[FADE OUT][ACT I ENDS][COMMERICAL BREAK]
[ACT II]
EXT-DAILY PLANET ROOF-DAY
We see Superman standing on top of the planet on the rail. He's listening to the city. Pan to Supergirl land beside him.
Superman
What are you doing here, Kara?
Supergirl
Aunt Martha is worried, so am I.
Superman
As you can see I'm fine. If you excuse me.
Supergirl
You've been on patrol for the past two days non-stop Clark. You haven't even called your mom back. The city is fine.
Superman
It wasn't safe for Chloe. I have make sure that doesn't happen again. Or another Metallo.
Supergirl
You have to stop blaming yourself.
Superman takes off into the sky.
Cut off on a sadden and concerned Supergirl.
INT-UNDERGROUND CLUB
We see girl waitresses half dressed serving customers. Pan to Edge and Mannheim walking to a table with several men already seated including Bill Church.
Bill Church
Well look who's finally out the joint.
Bruno Mannheim
You make it seem like I was gone for eternity.
He sits next to Church.
Bill Church
Well you we're in there longer than me. Hey why don't you get a dance from one these gals.
Bruno Mannheim(eying the field)
Don't mind if I do.
Morgan Edge
We're here to talk business.
Bruno Mannheim
Come on Edge. I'm fresh out the joint.
Morgan Edge
You have your play time later on tonight.
Pan to Lois, Troupe, and Jimmy. They're sitting at a table far from Intergang.
Lois Lane
Only if I can hear what they're saying.
Jimmy Olsen
Its not like you can get close without them recognizing you.
Lois notices a waitress for hire sign.
Lois Lane
Maybe not as Lois Lane.
Ron Troupe
What are you thinking?
Lois Lane
I'm thinking of going undercover. I just hope they give good tips.
Lois walks away from the table.
Ron Troupe
Is she always like this,
Jimmy Olsen
Afraid so.
Pan to Intergang getting up from the table and walking out the club.
Ron Troupe
Intergang just left the building.
Jimmy Olsen
Should we follow.
Ron Troupe
No. They'll be back. I think they're regulars here.
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INT-LEXCORP
We see Lex looking out the window. Watching Metropolis continue to rebuilding from the Metallo epidemic. Pan to a woman assistant entering.
Lex Luthor
What is it you want?
Woman Assistant
Sir, A Morgan Edge is here to see you.
Lex gives her a look. The he smirks.
Lex Luthor(sits down)
Send him in.
The assistant walks out. Morgan Edge walks in.
Lex Luthor
You're pretty much alive for a dead guy.
Morgan Edge
Like father, like son. I'll always knew you were headed for greatness Lex.
Lex Luthor
Enough with the flattering. What the hell do you want?
Morgan Edge
Straight forward, I like that. I've come to talk business, a proposition of sorts.
Lex Luthor
The last time I got involved with you I wound up in a asylum.
Edge sits on the sofa near the wall.
Morgan Edge
Come Lex, you know that was your father's doing. Not mine.
Lex Luthor
I still know better not to get involved with you, Edge. You can see the door.
Morgan Edge
I really think this can benefit you. Lex come on hear me out, for old times sake.
Lex Luthor
We have no old times sake but you have three minutes.
Morgan Edge
That's all I need. I'm thinking of starting my own computer company.
Lex Luthor
Computer Company? You can't be serious.
Morgan Edge
Before you get cynical, the computer company is a front.
Lex Luthor
A front for what?
Morgan Edge
You know I can get the best weapons money can buy. And this where you can benefit Lex.
Lex Luthor
Let me stop you right there. I think I know where you're going with this.
Morgan Edge
Do you now?
Lex Luthor
You want Lexcorp to help build your weapons. Cut me in on the finance. Am I right?
Morgan Edge
Something like that. But there is more.
Cut off on Lex giving him a look.
INT-UNDERGROUND CLUB OFFICE
We see Lois in an office with a dress over what she was wearing earlier. Pan to a greasily man behind the desk. He eyes Lois skeptically.
Man
You're not dress the part sweet heart.
Lois Lane
I can really use this job, I can do whatever it takes.
She looks at him seductively. The man smiles and shows his missing front teeth. Lois tries not to get grossed out.
Man
You're hired Ms.
Lois Lane
Deville, Shelly Deville.
Man
Right. You start tonight, 10 o'clock sharp.
Lois Lane
Thank you so much.
Man
Yeah, now get out of here.
Lois Lane(walking out whispers)
Jerk.
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INT-TROUPE'S CAR
Lois enters in the car. Jimmy looks anxiously.
Jimmy Olsen
Well.
Lois Lane
I start tonight.
Ron Troupe
Good we can get everything ready. So Lois, do you own a thong?
Lois Lane
Not happening, Troupe. So forget it.
Ron Troupe
Just asking.
Cut off on Lois giving him a look. Jimmy slightly chuckles.
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INT-DAILY PLANET
Clark enters the Planet concerned.
Perry walks over to him
Perry White
Son, What are you doing here? I gave you a week off.
Clark Kent
I know Lois is working the Intergang case, I want to talk some sense into her.
Perry White
You know Lois, Kent. She's headstrong.
Clark Kent
Doesn't she understand the dangers. Intergang is not to be taking lightly.
Perry White
It's part of the job son, you know that.
Clark doesn't say anything.
Clark Kent
Chief. Its Intergang, she shouldn't be working it alone.
Perry White
Maybe you should give her hand then Kent.
Woman(O.S.)
Excuse me.
Clark and Perry turn around to see a young woman(Lucy Lane)dressed in short brown skirt and black shirt.
Lucy Lane
Have any of you seen my sister, Lois Lane?
Clark Kent(Surprised)
Lucy?
Cut off on a confused Lucy.
[FADE OUT][ACT II ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT III]
INT-DAILY PLANET
We see Clark and Lucy talking.
Lucy Lane
I can't believe it, Clark Kent. And my sister said you'll never leave the barnyard.
Clark Kent
I'm full of surprises.
Lucy Lane
I see.
She smiles at him. Pan to Lois, Troupe, and Jimmy entering.
Lois Lane(yelling)
Chief! We have a lead!
She stands there shocked to see her sister Lucy.
Lois Lane
Lucy?
Lucy Lane
Hey Lois, I know its been a while.
Lois Lane
Try ten years. A little late for the funeral.
Clark Kent
That's a little harsh Lois.
Lois Lane
Don't talk to me about harsh Smallville.
Perry approaches.
Perry White
Hey. Hey. Before this escalates, Lois you said you guys have a lead. What is it?
Lois Lane(calming down)
Yeah Perry, we tailed Edge back to this club. I'm going undercover as a waitress tonight.
Ron Troupe
Maybe Lois can get close and get information.
Perry White
Sounds like a plan. Get Lois ready with the tape and wire.
Clark Kent
I'm going to.
Lois Lane
I think not. This is my story. Why don't you keep my sister company.
Lois walks off. Clark rolls his eyes annoyed and looks to Jimmy concerned.
Clark Kent
How you've been, Jimmy.
Jimmy Olsen
Its been hard C.K. I miss her so much.
Clark Kent
We all do. It takes time.
Jimmy Olsen
Thanks C.K.
Jimmy walks off. Clark pats him on the back comfortably. Ron looks to Lucy.
Ron Troupe
Ron Troupe.
He holds out his hand. Lucy accepts.
Lucy Lane
Lucy Lane, Lois's sister.
Pan to Clark eying the conference room where Lois is getting ready to go undercover.
Zoom into Clark's ear as we hear a woman's screams.
Clark Kent
I have to go. Ron take care of Lois.
Clark exits out the Planet in a hurry. Lois exits out the conference room in a short blue skirt, and blue shirt.
Jimmy Olsen
Wow.
Lois Lane
You ready bring to these guys down.
Jimmy Olsen
Let's do it.
Ron Troupe
See you around Lucy.
As they walk out, Lois gives her sister a look.
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EXT-ALLEY
We see a man taking a woman's purse and then runs off. Superman hovers over the man.
Superman
Taking things that don't belong to you.
Man
Superman!
He points his gun at Superman.
Superman
Don't waste your bullets.
Superman grabs the gun and crushes it. Then he delivers the purse back to the woman.
Woman(grateful)
Thank you Superman.
Superman nods and flies off.
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INT-UNDERGROUND CLUB-NIGHT
We see Ron, Lois, and Jimmy talking.
Ron Troupe
Okay you have everything. Jimmy and I will be outside keeping a look out.
Jimmy Olsen
Edge isn't here.
Lois Lane
Doesn't mater. Church and Mannheim are here. They're bound to talk something.
Jimmy Olsen
Be careful Lois.
Lois smiles and walks off. She walks grabs drink holders with drinks and walks over to the V.I.P. A few members of Intergang are seated including Bruno Mannheim and Bill Church.
Bruno Mannheim
I tell you I don't know what Edge is thinking. He's going to put the operation in jeopardy.
Pan to Lois with the drinks setting them down on the table.
Bill Church
Bruno, shut up. Not in front of the lady.
Bruno Mannheim
Beautiful Lady at that.
Mannheim grabs her butt. Lois just grins.
Lois Lane(walking away)
I'm going to break his fingers.
Lois enters the bathroom.
INT-BATHROOM
Lois goes into the stall and puts earphones to her ears.
CUT TO:
CLUB
Camera is focused on the drinks Lois brought out. Zoom out as Bruno and Church are talking to the group.
Bruno Mannheim
We already almost had a slip up.
Bill Church
We already took care of that. Detective Sullivan is now torched.
Bruno Mannheim
More like crisp.
The gang laughs.(cut to the bathroom Lois making a disgusted and angry look.) Cut back.
Bill Church
Back to talking business. Edge wants us to move in on the Eastside. Move the people out their residence. He has something planned for that area.
Bruno Mannheim
They may not go willingly. So you may have to use excessive force.
Henchman
That'll be no problem.
CUT TO:
BATHROOM
Lois Lane
What's going on the Eastside?
A woman burst through the door.
Woman
Deville! Table 4 Move It!!!
Lois Lane
Coming!
Lois hides the tape and earphones.
CUT TO:
INT-DAILY PLANET
We see Lucy and Clark at his desk. She notices he's worried.
Lucy Lane
You okay Clark.
Clark doesn't respond.
Lucy Lane
Earth to Clark.
Clark Kent
I'm sorry, I'm just worried about Lois. I have to go.
Clark runs out the planet.
Cut off on a worried Lucy.
INT-UNDERGROUND CLUB
We see Lois walking to the table occupied with Intergang. She notices Church whispers to Mannheim. Lois is carrying more drinks.
Lois Lane
Got your drinks fellas.
Church eyes Lois skeptically.
Bruce Mannheim
What's your name doll?
Lois Lane
Shelly Deville.
Bill Church
Deville huh? Never heard of you before.
Bruno looks to Church. Lois smiles coolly.
Lois Lane
I'm new.
Bill Church
We're going to head out Shelly, want to come?
Lois Lane
I'm on the clock.
Bill Church
I'm sure they won't mind Ms. Lane.
Lois facial expression turns to worry as Church smiles. The henchman surround her.
Bill Church
Lois Lane, Daily Planet reporter. Did you really think a blond wig will fool me. Too noisy for your own good.
Lois Lane
Well I am a reporter. You're going to pay for what you did to my cousin.
Bruno Mannheim
Don't worry you'll be joining her.
Bill Church
Now about that ride.
CUT TO:
EXT-UNDERGROUND CLUB
Church, Mannheim, and the Henchmen drag Lois out the car. Pan to Ron and Jimmy watching.
Jimmy Olsen
They have Lois. We have to call the police.
Ron Troupe
Already on it.
Ron dials the MPD. Jimmy goes to Ron's car. Ron stops him.
Ron Troupe
What exactly do you think you can do? She'll be okay.
Cut off on Ron and Jimmy watching helplessly as Intergang drives off with Lois in a black van.
[FADE OUT][ACT III ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT IV]
EXT-UNDERGROUND CLUB
We see police surrounding the club and Detective Maggie Sawyer.
Detective Maggie Sawyer
What was the vehicle they were driving?
Ron Troupe
A black van.
Detective Maggie Sawyer
(talkie)All squad cars keep an eye out for any black vans. (to Jimmy and Ron)What did you guys think you were doing playing detective.
Jimmy Olsen
Trying to catch my fiancé's killers, since no else cares.
Detective Maggie Sawyer
I'm truly sorry for your loss, truly I am. But I am now in charge of Detective Sullivan's case and warning you to stay out of my way. Both of you.
Tilt up to Superman landing in front of Jimmy.
Jimmy Olsen
Superman.
Superman
Jimmy, what's going on?
Jimmy Olsen
They have Lois.
Superman has a worried look. He zips into the air in a red and blue blur.
CUT TO:
EXT-ABANDON AREA
We see the black van stopping in unidentified location. Church, Mannheim, and the henchmen getting out dragging a struggling Lois.
Lois Lane
Do you really think you can get away with this?
Bill Church
Of course. No one will know anything.
Lois Lane
Since you're going to kill me anyway, matter well tell me what's the deal with the Eastside.
They look at her skeptically.
Bruno Mannheim
How the hell do you know about that?
Lois Lane
Let's say a little birdie told me.
Bill Church
Right. Search for a wire.
The begin to search her.
Lois Lane
Hey look but don't touch.
A tape player drops from Lois's shirt as she wrestles with the henchmen.
Bruno Mannheim
Well look at this.
Bruno picks up the tape player, He plays the tape and hears the conversation they had at the club.
Lois Lane
Well, I should be going, more stories to cover.
Bill Church
You're in a bad situation Ms. Lane.
CUT TO:
EXT-SKY
Superman is flying over Metropolis with a concerned look.
Superman
Come on Lois, let me know where you are.
Superman uses his super hearing and gets Lois voice.
Lois Lane(O.S.)
Don't think you're getting away. I will do everything in my power to see Intergang behind bars. Get use to the jump suit body.
CUT TO:
EXT-ABANDON AREA-NIGHT
We see the henchmen cuffing Lois in the van's front seat. Pan to Bruno breaking the tape.
Bill Church(sticks his head in the car)
You should really stay out of Intergang's business. I warned your cousin about that, see where that got her.
Lois Lane
You son of a b!tch. Real tough guy huh? Wait until I get free.
Bill Church
You're going to die the same way as your cousin. Love the irony.
Church walks away from the van. Pan to the henchmen dumping oil in a line from the van to a wall. One of them lit a match and sparks a fire. The fire begins to head towards the van.
Bruno Mannheim
We should get out of here.
Church nods and they walk off leaving Lois to burn in the van.
INT-VAN
LOIS Lane(panicking)
Okay Lois, don't panic. You've escaped worst than this.
EXT-ABANDON AREA
Superman lands quickly. He notices the fire line heading towards the van.
Superman(worried)
Lois!
He zips over to the fire and uses his super breath to blow the fire out. He walks over to the van and rips the door off its hinges. Superman looks to Lois concerned.
Superman
Lois?
Lois Lane(relieved)
What took you?
Superman(grabbing her)
You okay?
Lois Lane
Just fine, we have to go after Church and Mannheim.
Superman
Your safety comes first, Lois. I'm getting you home.
Lois Lane
As you can see, I'm fine.
Superman
No arguments.
Superman takes off into the air with Lois in his arms.
[FADE OUT][ACT IV ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT V]
EXT-LOIS'S BALCONY
Superman lands on the balcony with Lois, who is angry. She walks away from him.
Superman
Lois?
Lois Lane
You should have went after them.
Superman
Getting you home safe was more important.
Lois Lane
I was fine. They killed my cousin, I guess you could careless about that.
Superman
How could you say that?
Lois Lane
I don't know who I'm mad at more you or Clark. When Chloe died, I really needed you. And you weren't there.
Superman(sadden)
Lois, I'm sorry I had to-
Lois Lane
Save your apologies, I understand. You're Superman and you have a world to save. I was selfish to think I can have you for myself.
Superman
Lois, I don't know what to say or do.
Lois Lane
You should leave.
Superman
Lois come on.
Lois Lane
Leave, please just go.
Superman nods and flies off, leaving a teary eyed Lois. "RUNNING UP THAT HILL BY PLACEBO" is playing in the background. She hears a knock at the door.
INT-LOIS'S APARTMENT-NIGHT
Lois walks to the door and opens it. It's Lucy who is nervous.
Lucy Lane
Hey sis, can we talk?
Lois Lane
I love you Lucy you know that but its too late for talking. We have nothing to say each other.
Lucy Lane
Lois, wait-
Cut off on Lois shutting the door and a hurt Lucy walking away from it.
CUT TO:
INT-LEXCORP
We see Lex on the phone sitting at his desk.
Lex Luthor
Mr. Edge. I thought about your proposition, I'll be very interested. Keep me updated.
Morgan Edge(phone)
I knew you would Lex. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.
Lex hangs up the phone. He then opens his brief case. A twisted smile appears on his face.
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EXT-CEMETERY CHLOE'S GRAVE
We see Superman standing over Chloe's grave. He lays his hand on her tombstone sadly.
Superman
I've failed you Chloe. I should have been there for you, to protect you. I can't make that mistake again.
Jimmy Olsen
Its not your fault Superman.
Superman turns to see Jimmy.
Jimmy Olsen
Hate to interrupt I didn't think anyone was here. Chloe wouldn't want you blaming yourself Superman. Metallo was destroying the city.
Superman
I'm sorry Jimmy.
Jimmy Olsen
Its okay, I'll give you a minute.
Superman turns back to Chloe's grave. The song is coming close to an end.
Superman(determined)
I will bring your killers to Justice and dismantle Intergang. I promise to protect Lois with all my strength possible.
Cut off on a determined Superman. The song ends.
[FADE OUT][ACT V EMDS][CLOSING CREDITS]
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
TERENCE JORDAN
SUPERMAN CHARACTERS CREATED BY
JERRY SIEGEL AND JOE SHUSTER