Man of Steel

1.11 Underworld

Written by Terence Jordan

Tom Welling(Voice Over):Previously on the Man of Steel.

1.01 Return

Jor-El

Your training is complete my son.

Clark Kent

I always thought I was sent here to rule, but turns out I'm here to be Humanities savior.

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1.03 Birthright

We see Superman catching a advertising board before it drops on Lois and Chloe. Lois is amazed.

Lois Lane(amazed)

Superman.

Chloe Sullivan

I will not rest until I find out.

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1.05 Toyman

Clark Kent

We were once like brothers, Lex.

Lex Luthor

I told you those memories I no longer remember. Our paths were destined this way.

Clark Kent

The hero and the villain.

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1.10 Demon

Superman

Who are you?

Blacan

I am Blacan of the Underworld.

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Blacan

How about we take this to the roof.

Blacan reaches for Lois but is blocked by Clark Kent.

Clark Kent

You will not touch her!

Blacan

Step aside!

Blacan tosses Clark. Pan to Clark going through the window breaking the glass.

Lois Lane

Clark!

CUT TO

Superman and Lois kissing.

CUT TO

Jimmy Olsen

You're controlling the demon. He killed Clark!

Lex Luthor

This is the day Superman will fall.

Jimmy Olsen

This ends now!

Jimmy smashes the Talisman. Red smoke surrounds him and he vanishes.

CUT TO:

Superman and Blacan collide with each other and then vanish.

Lois Lane(worried)

Superman?

[TEASER]

EXT-UNDERWORLD

We see fire lakes surrounding land of dried burnt soil. Pan to Superman fighting a demon.

Superman

This is nonsense, all I want to know is way out.

Demon

There's no way out. You'll die here!

Superman uppercuts the demon knocking him out cold. He takes off into the air.

CUT TO: The other side of the Underworld.

We see Jimmy running from a pack of demons.

Jimmy Olsen

Please God! If you get me out of this, I promise no more stealing on demand.

The demons are about to snatch Jimmy. Pan to Superman swooping in picking up Jimmy.

Superman

You okay Jimmy?

Jimmy Olsen

Now that you're here Superman, yeah.

Superman

We have to find a way out Jimmy. We been in here for a month.

Jimmy Olsen

Yeah. Plus we have a bunch of demons wanting to make stew out of us.

Superman

I know Jimmy.

Jimmy Olsen

Not to mention that they hate your defeating their leader Blacan.

Superman

Maybe theirs a way out of here? Like a portal of some sort.

Jimmy Olsen

Maybe but where exactly are we going to find a portal? Whose that demon guy with the red cape?

Superman(intrigued)

I don't know.

Pan to a demon with long horns and a gold shield with the letter K engraved on it.

Lord Kane

Superman!

Superman

Hold on Jimmy.

Superman flies towards him.

Superman

Who are you? Do you know a way out?

Lord Kane

If you want out Superman, you have to defeat me in the Underworld Tournament.

Superman

What is this tournament?

Lord Kane

You'll fight me to the death Superman!

Pan to the other demons cheering. Pan to Jimmy gasping and Superman looking unafraid.

Superman

You want me you got me.

[FADE OUT][OPENING CREDITS]

STARRING

TOM WELLING…CLARK KENT/SUPERMAN

MICHAEL ROSENBAUM…LEX LUTHOR

ERICA DURANCE…LOIS LANE

AARON ASHMORE…JIMMY OLSEN

MICHAEL MCKEAN…PERRY WHITE

ALLISON MACK…CHLOE SULLIVAN

SOPHIA BUSH…CAT GRANT

GUEST STARRING

TIFFANI THIESSEN…ZATANNA

VING RHAMES…LORD KANE

[OPENING CREDITS]

[ACT I]

INT-DAILY PLANET

We see Lois at her desk typing on her computer. She looks over to Clark's empty desk.

Her face saddens.

Lois Lane(thinking)

Clark, I can't believe your gone.

Pan to Perry watching Lois concerned. He approaches and lays a hand on her shoulder comfortably.

Perry White

I know its still hard to believe but its been a month. Clark's gone Lois.

Lois Lane

I'm just not sure. Their's no body.

Perry doesn't say anything.

Lois Lane

I know he's still alive, I can feel it. By the way here's the story on the Bank Heist.

Perry White

Lois, did you find anything on Superman and Jimmy?

Lois Lane

No luck, I've tried using satellite images and the whole she-bang. Nothing.

Pan to Chloe walking in.

Chloe Sullivan

Hey cuz. Are you ready?

Lois Lane

I guess so.

Chloe Sullivan

Come on this is suppose to be cousins night out, remember?

Lois Lane

I'm all for cousins night out Chlo, but why a magic show?

Chloe Sullivan

Lois, it won't be as bad as you think. I heard this Zatanna magician is quite talented and has a great act.

Lois Lane

Fine.

Perry White

Zatanna? I remember watching her father Zatarra when I was younger.

Lois Lane

Well I guess she's chip off the old block.

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INT-LEXCORP

We see Lex at his desk on his laptop. Pan to a scientist walking in.

Lex Luthor

I trust you have some good news on Project Metallo.

Scientist

Yes sir. But what concerns me is the project's location. It doesn't seem like the best place to be.

Lex Luthor

It's the perfect place to be. No one will think to look. I promise you no one is worried about John Corben.

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INT-UNDERWORLD

We see Superman, Jimmy, Lord Kane, and several Demons. Pan to a harden clay square fighting ring.

Jimmy Olsen

Okay, you take him out and we can get out of here.

Superman

Don't worry Jimmy.

Jimmy Olsen

Are you really going to kill him?

Superman

I will never kill anyone demon or not.

Jimmy Olsen

I don't think Lord Kane follows your Moral Code.

Superman

Just leave everything to me.

Jimmy Olsen

You're the name Supes.

Pan to Lord Kane

Lord Kane

Are you ready to die Superman?

Superman

Not today I'm not. Get ready to get out of here Jimmy.

Superman steps into the ring. He meets Lord Kane in the center.

Cut off on their face to face stare.

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INT-METROPOLIS THEATER

We see Chloe and Lois in the crowd. Lois arm is on the armrest. Chloe nudges her arm.

Chloe Sullivan

Hey, come on pay attention. You don't want to miss the show.

Lois Lane(sarcastically)

Ye!!!

Pan to a woman in her mid twenties dressed in a black collar jacket opened revealing a white collar shirt underneath with black fish net stockings appearing on stage. Pan to Lois and Chloe.

Lois Lane

Is she a magician or a hooker?

Chloe Sullivan

Lois!

Lois Lane

Tell me she doesn't look she was on the cover of playboy.

Chloe gives her stern look.

Lois Lane

Okay, shutting up.

Pan to Zatanna on stage.

Zatanna

Hello ladies and gentlemen. I am Zatanna and I hope your ready for a show.

Pan to people clapping.

Zatanna

For my first trick I'm going to turn my wand into a snake. Ready…EKANS.

Zatanna drops her wand and it becomes a python. Pan to Chloe and Lois.

Chloe Sullivan

Amazing.

Lois Lane

It just a cheap trick cuz. Don't be so gullible.

Chloe Sullivan

Looks like more than a simple trick to me.

Zatanna

Okay, don't worry he's nonpoisonous…DNAW.

The snake jump in Zatanna's hand transforming back to her wand.

Zatanna

Not impressed. Let's move on to my second trick. I'm going to pull a rabbit out of my hat.

Pan to the crowd puzzled.

Lois Lane

She can't be serious.

Zatanna

Trust me its a lot harder than it looks.

Zatanna takes of her hat. She digs inside. Pan to a hole forming above the crowd. Pan to the crowd gasping.

Chloe Sullivan

Wow.

Lois Lane

Okay. Now I'm intrigued.

Zatanna grabs Lois and pulls her through the hole. Pan to the stage as Zatanna takes her hand out her hat revealing a small size Lois jumping out her hand than returning to her normal size. Pan to Lois shocked and the crowd clapping.

Zatanna

Thank you, also give it up for-

Lois Lane

Lois Lane.

Zatanna

Lois Lane!

Lois looks at her intrigued. Pan to Chloe also curious.

CUT OFF:

[FADE OUT][ACT I ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]

[ACT II]

INT-UNDERWORLD

We see Superman and Lord Kane fighting. Superman uppercuts him knock him on his back. Lord Kane gets up and spits out a fireball. Superman dodges and uses heat vision. Lord Kane dodges and runs towards him. He punches Superman in the gut and grabs his head kneeing him in the face. Pan to the demons cheering and Jimmy worried.

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INT-BACKSTAGE

We see Lois and Chloe sneaking to Zatanna's dressing room.

Chloe Sullivan

Lois this is crazy. What makes you think she can help us find Jimmy and Superman?

Lois Lane

Call it a hunch but I think that Zatanna might be a witch.

Chloe Sullivan

A witch? Lois, have you seriously lost your mind? I thought you said it was all a trick. You know don't be so gullible.

Lois Lane

Can you honestly say that hat thing was just a trick?

Chloe Sullivan

Okay I admit the hat thing did appear kind of odd.

Lois Lane

Odd, damn near not possible.

They reach Zatanna's dressing room door. Pan to security guard behind them.

Security Guard

Hey! What are you doing back here?

Lois Lane

Hi, my cousin and I are really big fans of Zatanna. And we we're wondering if we can get an autograph.

Security Guard

No autographs. I suggest you leave now.

Pan to the dressing room door opening revealing Zatanna.

Zatanna

Cool it Tom. I don't mind giving autographs to my biggest fans.(to Lois and Chloe) Come in.

Lois looks at the security guard and smirks. Chloe smiles at him and they walk in.

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INT-UNDERWORLD

We see Superman grabbing Lord Kane in a power bomb position. He lifts him up and slams him in the ground.

Superman

This fighting is pointless. Just tell me the way out and no one has to get hurt.

Lord Kane

You hurt me! I am Lord Kane of the Underworld. Proud Warrior…Kellios.

An fire sword forms in Lord Kane's hand. Superman looks at him sternly. Pan to Jimmy Olsen.

Jimmy Olsen

Come on Superman knock his block off.

The demons look at Jimmy fiercely. Jimmy smiles uncomfortably Pan back to the fight. Lord Kane swings his sword and Superman dodges. The sword nicks Superman's left arm leaving a mark. Superman looks at the cut.

Superman

A magical sword, perfect.

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INT-ZATANNA'S DRESSING ROOM

We see Zatanna, Lois, and Chloe.

Zatanna

So who should I make this out to?

Chloe Sullivan

We have a confession, were not really here for an autograph. We think you can help us.

Zatanna

Help you, how?

Lois Lane

I know you're a witch. And we want you help to find Superman.

Chloe Sullivan

And my boyfriend Jimmy.

Zatanna

First off I'm not a witch. The correct term is sorceress.

Lois Lane

What the difference? Sounds the same to me.

Zatanna

I get really offended with the term witch.

Lois Lane

Sorry. So are you going to use your witch powers to help us?

Zatanna

I can turn you into a frog if you like.

Lois and Zatanna have a stare off.

Chloe Sullivan

I'm sorry for my cousin but will you help us?

Zatanna

I think may be able to. I just need ingredients for the locator spell.

Lois Lane

What exactly do you need?

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INT-UNDERWORLD

Lord Kane swings his sword a sword at Superman but he dodges. He grabs Lord Kane and flies into the air. Superman returns down gripping Lord Kane with tremendous speed. He slams Lord Kane head first into the ground.

Lord Kane

Go ahead finish me off.

Superman

I'm not going to kill you. Just show us the way out.

Lord Kane

Fine I will show you.

Jimmy Olsen

Way to go Superman

Lord Kane(gets up)

Follow me.

Pan to the other demons angered. Superman follows Lord Kane with Jimmy behind them. He them to a Vortex of some sorts.

Lord Kane

Here is your way out.

Jimmy Olsen

Alright, lets get out of here Superman.

Superman

Wait Jimmy.(to Lord Kane) How can I be sure this is the way out?

Lord Kane

You've won fair and square Superman. Deal is a Deal.

Superman eyes him questionably. He enters the Vortex. It disperse revealing a hidden chamber. Superman is trapped in the chamber.

Lord Kane

You really should trust a demon. Demon being the main clue. Don't try escaping, this barrier is made up of magic. Which I notice is your weakness. You can't break it.

Superman tries punching the barrier but it won't break.

Demon

Lord Kane. What about this human?

He picks up Jimmy by the collar. Lord Kane smiles evilly.

Lord Kane

Lets have fun with him. We'll take good care of your friend here Superman. Its been while since we last eaten.

Cut off on Jimmy scared.

Jimmy Olsen

Ah crap.

[FADE OUT][ACT II ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]

[ACT III]

INT-DAILY PLANET

We see Perry standing over Clark's desk.

Perry White

Well kid. It's a shame. I can't believe you had to go out like that. Always have to be a hero, I guess. (sighs) Never got the chance to thank you, because of you I got my act together. And another thing you were a damn fine reporter.

Pan to Cat saddened.

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INT-MAGICS AND SPELLS

We see Zatanna, Lois, and Chloe looking around the magic store.

Lois Lane

What exactly are we looking for?

Zatanna

A locator stone. It can help find anyone in any universe.

Lois Lane

A universe. Exactly, how many universes is it?

Zatanna

Fifty-two.

Pan to Lois shocked.

Zatanna

Their might be more than one you.

Lois Lane

I doubt it. They can only be one Lois Lane.

Chloe Sullivan

Is this it?

Chloe picks up a stone with some type of magical symbol on it.

Zatanna

Perfect.

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INT-LEXCORP

We see Lex getting ready to leave his office. Pan to Perry walking in.

Lex Luthor

Perry White, Now this is a surprise.

Perry White

This isn't a social call Luthor. I want know where Jimmy is. I know you know.

Lex Luthor

Like I told Detective Sullivan, I have no idea.

Perry White

You were the last person to see him.

Lex Luthor

No. I wasn't. I never saw Jimmy Olsen. So you've seem to be misinformed.

Perry White

I'm too old to fool Luthor. Don't try with me.

Lex smirks.

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INT-UNDERWORLD

We see Jimmy tied up on a stick, with fire surrounding him. Lord Kane and the demons chant around him.

Jimmy Olsen

Okay, this really sucks.

CUT TO:

INT-ZATANNA'S DRESSING ROOM

Lois, Zatanna, and Chloe surround a table with some type of magical board on it.

Lois Lane

Okay, what's next?

Zatanna

Absolute silence.

Lois grunts. Zatanna places the stone on the board. The symbol lights up.

Zatanna

Do you have the belongings?

Chloe Sullivan

Yeah. Here's Jimmy bowtie.

Lois Lane

Bowtie?

Chloe Sullivan

What? I got it for him for Christmas.

Zatanna

Place it on the board.

Chloe sets it on the board. Zatanna waves her hands.

Lois Lane

Tell me again this isn't crazy.

Chloe Sullivan

Its not maybe a little weird but not crazy. We're finally going to find them.

Zatanna

Etacol!

Mystical dust appear around the board. The board begins to shake.

Zatanna

I found them!

Chloe Sullivan

Where?

Zatanna

So much dark magic.

Lois Lane

Where are they?

The mystical dust disappear.

Zatanna

Their in a place called Underworld. Its filled with a lot of demons and Dark Magic.

Lois Lane

How are we going to get to them?

Zatanna

I'm going to teleport there now that I have the location. You two are going back to the Daily Planet. (to Lois) Yes I read you and Mr. Kent's articles.

Lois Lane

Do you really think we're going to sit around and wait?

Zatanna

(smiles) You don't have a choice. Tropelet!

Chloe and lois vanish.

Zatanna

Now. Here we go. Tropelet!

Zatanna fades away.

INT-UNDERWORLD

We see Jimmy still tied up.

Jimmy Olsen

Look you guys don't want to eat me. I'm lack toast and tolerant.

Lord Kane

Silence human. Kelgar you may pick the first piece.

Kelgar

While thank you Lord Kane.

Pan to Zatanna appearing front of Jimmy.

Zatanna

Am I missing a cookout and I should have wore something more fashionable.

Lord Kane

Who are you?

Zatanna

Zatanna and I taking this guy with me. Arieos!

Zatanna shoots a fireball out her knocking Kelgar back.

She grabs Jimmy and flies away.

Jimmy Olsen

Thanks. I owe you one.

Zatanna

No problem. Where's Superman?

Jimmy Olsen

He's trapped in some magical barrier. It can't be broken.

Zatanna

We'll see about that.

CUT TO:

We see Superman still trying to break the barrier.

Superman

No luck.

Zatanna

Maybe I can help.

Pan to Zatanna outside the barrier.

Superman

Who are you?

Zatanna

I'm the girl whose going to save your ass.

Jimmy Olsen

She's a witch Superman.

Zatanna

Excuse me, correct term is Sorceress.

Jimmy Olsen

Sorry.

Zatanna

Don't worry about it kid, just sit back and watch me work…Tcartxe!

The barrier disperses. Superman steps out of the chamber.

Superman

I guess I owe you.

Zatanna

Yeah you do. But we have to get out of here.

Jimmy Olsen

I'm with that idea.

Superman

Let's get going. How exactly do we get out of here.

Zatanna

I'm Sorceress. I came in and I can get out. But I think they have another plan.

Superman and Jimmy turn to face Lord Kane and thousands of demons behind him.

Jimmy Olsen

If we can leave now, it will be fine.

Superman

We're going to have to fight through them.

Jimmy Olsen

I had a feeling you'll say that.

Zatanna

I'm up for a fight.

Superman

Hide somewhere Jimmy.

Jimmy Olsen

Yeah great idea. I'm going to be over here.

Jimmy ducks behind a rock.

Superman

Ready?

Zatanna

I'll show them true magic.

Lord Kane

You won't make it out alive!

[FADE OUT][ACT III ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]

[ACT IV]

INT-UNDERWORLD

Superman flies towards Lord Kane and punches him in the face. The force knocks Kane on the ground causing him slide through the soil. Pan to Zatanna with Demons surrounding her.

Zatanna

Want to play boys. Lets play…Suchos!

White mystical circle lines surround Zatanna and the demons. The transform into white rabbits. Pan to Jimmy confused.

Jimmy Olsen

Wow, she's good.

Pan to Superman and Lord Kane fighting. Lord Kane grabs Superman's head and flips over him slamming his head into the ground. Lord Kane then grabs his cape and swings Superman around in the air. Superman slams his right knee into the ground and grabs his cape pulling Lord Kane into his fist. Pan to Zatanna fighting the demons, shooting fire balls at them.

Zatanna

Saragos!

A rainbow circle surrounds them. Time begins to slow down within the circle. Zatanna moves quickly taking down the demons.

Jimmy Olsen

Theirs too many! Superman we have to get out of here!

Zatanna

He's right. I have to teleport us, Now!

Superman

Explain that to them!

Superman uses his super breath and blows Kane into a rock. More demons circle them.

Zatanna

This has gone on long enough!

Superman

I couldn't have agreed more.

Lord Kane

Then let us finish this, Superman. The rest of you stay out of this!

Superman

Fine. You want to dance, lets dance.

Superman flies towards him. Lord Kane pulls out his sword and runs towards Superman. They collide, Superman is holding Kane's arm preventing the sword from slicing him. They struggle for a few minutes.

Jimmy Olsen

Come on Superman!

Zatanna

You're really a great cheerleader.

Jimmy Olsen

You really could be the playboy mascot.

Zatanna smirks. Pan to Superman twisting Kane's hand, causing him to drop the sword. Superman punches him repeatedly. Kane tries to punch back but Superman ducks and uppercuts him. Lord Kane falls on his back.

Superman

You've lost.

Pan to demons ready to attack. Lord Kane holds up his hand.

Lord Kane

We're finished, for now Superman.

Superman walks to Zatanna and Jimmy.

Jimmy Olsen

Let's get the hell out of here, seriously.

Zatanna

You got it. All aboard the Zatanna express…Tropelet!

Zatanna, Superman, and Jimmy fade away.

INT-ZATANNA'S DRESSING ROOM

Zatanna, Superman, and Jimmy appear.

Jimmy Olsen

We're back.

Superman

I don't know who you are but we owe you our gratitude.

Jimmy Olsen

Yeah it feels great to have gotten out that hell hold. But if you excuse me I have a girl to see.

Jimmy smiles and exits.

Superman

Thank you. We couldn't have escaped without you.

Zatanna

Your welcome. I'm glad I can help out Metropolis's greatest hero.

Superman

With your powers you could do some real good in the world. I have a friend whose looking for members to join a league. Give him a call sometime.

He gives her a card with a number on top of the number says Green Arrow.

Zatanna

I'll do that, but I have to find something first.

Superman

Do you need help finding it.

Zatanna

No but thanks.

Superman

Thank you again Zatanna.

She nods and Superman exits.

[FADE OUT][ACT IV ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]

[ACT V]

INT-DAILY PLANET

We see Jimmy with his arms wrapped around Chloe, Perry, Lois, and Cat.

Perry White

It's great to have you back Jimmy.

Jimmy Olsen

Great to be back and boy do I have some stories to tell.

Perry White

Speaking of stories, great job on the Superman Returns story Lois.

Lois Lane

Well I couldn't have done it without Chloe. We got cousin team action.

Chloe Sullivan

Let's not forget about Zatanna.

Lois Lane

Yeah. I guess we owe her one.

Jimmy looks at Clark's desk and his face saddened."16 FRAMES LET'S NOT PRETEND"is playing in the background.

Chloe Sullivan

What's wrong Jimmy?

Jimmy Olsen

I still can't believe C.K.'s gone.

Everyone faces sadden except Chloe.

Perry White

Neither of us can.

Chloe Sullivan(thinking)

Alright Clark, how are you going to explain this one?

Lois leaves and heads for the roof.

Chloe Sullivan(sad)

Lois?

Pan to Clark walking in. Pan to Perry, Jimmy, and Cat's shocked expressions.

Clark Kent

You guys look like you just seen a ghost.

Jimmy Olsen

C.K!

Jimmy runs and hugs Clark. Perry and the rest join them.

Perry White

How?

Clark Kent

Zatanna.

Cat Grant

Zatanna?

Jimmy Olsen

She brought you back to life?

Clark Kent

(laughs) I never was dead. After I fell out the window, I hit my head and lost my memory. Zatanna found me and restored them.

Chloe Sullivan

I guess now we owe her two.

Clark Kent

Where's Lois?

Chloe Sullivan

She's on the roof. She took your suppose death the hardest.

Clark nods and heads for the roof.

EXT-DAILY PLANET ROOF

We see Clark open the door exiting to the roof. Pan to Lois whipping her eyes. The song continues to play in the background.

Lois Lane

Chloe I'm fine, you don't have to worry about me.

Clark Kent

Lois?

Lois turns around quickly. Her eyes are red and puffy.

Lois Lane

Clark?

Clark Kent

Yeah. I'm alive Lois.

Clark walks over to her. Lois is still in shock.

Lois Lane

How?

Clark Kent

Long story. The important thing is I'm back. So did you miss me?

Lois Lane

(smirks)Yeah like a bad rash.(her face turns serious)Don't ever do that to me again Clark.

Clark Kent

I promise. I never leave you again.

He hugs her and she hugs him back.

Lois Lane

Besides who can I bug at work if your not here.

Clark smirks. They head back inside. The song ends.

[FADE OUT][ACT V ENDS][CLOSING CREDITS]

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

TERENCE JORDAN

SUPERMAN CHARACTER CREATED BY

JERRY SIEGEL AND JOE SHUSTER