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June 5, 2006: “Smallville” Season 5 DVD Press Release

Following the Theatrical Release of Superman Returns,
Fly into the Season of "Superman in Training" with...
SMALLVILLE: THE COMPLETE FIFTH SEASON
Collectible Six-Disc Set Featuring All 22 Episodes and Bonus Features
Available September 12 from Warner Home Video

BURBANK, CA (June 5, 2006) - Welcome students to Central Kansas University where looks can be deceiving, love can be tragic and the mystery of the Man of Steel unfolds. On September 12, 2006, Warner Home Video presents the critically acclaimed, fan-requested Smallville: The Complete Fifth Season on DVD, featuring a collectible six-disc set with all 22 thrilling episodes. Witness the miracles, fantasy and drama of Smallville, featuring a supreme cast including Tom Welling, Kristin Kreuk, Michael Rosenbaum, Allison Mack, Annette O'Toole, John Schneider, John Glover and Erica Durance. Smallville: The Complete Fifth Season is great entertainment for both die-hard fans and new fans of the series, with illuminating bonus features including the featurette Smallville's 100th Episode: The Making of a Milestone, unaired scenes, a Vengeance Chronicles Webisode Gallery and much, much more! The DVD is priced to own at $59.98 SRP.

"This summer will see a resurgence of the Superman franchise with the theatrical release of Superman Returns, driving a craze among fans who are hungry for more "Man of Steel" lore," said Rosemary Markson, WHV Vice President, TV Marketing. "Smallville: The Complete Fifth Season is timed to capitalize on the never-ending popularity of DC Comics' Superman character and the sixth season premiere of the series on the CW."

Fourteen years ago, a meteor shower burst from the heavens, raining destruction on the unsuspecting citizens of Smallville, Kansas. The intervening years have left the towns inhabitants with scars and secrets. In Season Five, Clark Kent (Tom Welling) finally begins to accept his destiny and takes giant leaps towards becoming the Man of Steel.. "We call this season Superman in Training," series co-creator Alfred Gough says. "Clark is going to accept his destiny." During this exciting pivotal season: Clark faces rogue Kryptonians. Lex Luthor (today Kansas, tomorrow the world) launches a vicious political campaign. The Fortress of Solitude rises. Clark's love for Lana Lang deepens, and he and Lois Lane remain friendly adversaries. AC (aka Aquaman) surfaces. A spaceship mystery unfolds. A dark tragedy - one even Clark's powers can't prevent - strikes. These and more key elements of Superman lore fall into place.

DVD SPECIAL FEATURES:

Smallville's 100th episode: The Making of a Milestone

Commentary on two episodes

Unaired Scenes

Vengeance Chronicles Webisode Gallery

MARKETING SUPPORT:
The release of Smallville will be supported by an extensive national media campaign targeting TV, radio, print and online outlets. The national TV schedule will include Smallville programming on The CW and ABC Family as well as numerous cable networks. Full page print ads will run in entertainment and genre publications and 30 second radio spots will run on major national networks. The campaign will be complemented with an online presence on key entertainment websites through banner ads, search engine purchases and PR outreach.

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