Superman and Lois Lane Join The CW’s Superhero Crossover

The CW has announced that Superman and Lois Lane will both be appearing in December’s superhero crossover event.

Tyler Hoechlin will return as the Man of Steel, but he won’t be alone this time, as Lois Lane will be joining him on this trip from Metropolis to National City.

“We couldn’t be more excited to introduce Lois Lane to the Arrowverse,” Supergirl executive producers Jessica Queller and Robert Rovner said in a statement. “This dogged, determined and brave reporter will make for a strong partner to Superman and amazing addition to our universe of DC characters.”

While casting for the role of Lois Lane hasn’t begun yet, the Daily Planet’s intrepid reporter has been mentioned on “Supergirl” many times over the past three seasons, with her sister Lucy spending time with Kara and friends in Season 2.

The special 3-night crossover event will begin in “The Flash” on Sunday, December 9 at 8.00pm ET, and then continue in “Arrow” on Monday, December 10 at 8.00pm ET, and will conclude with “Supergirl” on Tuesday, December 11 at 8.00pm ET.

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afriend
afriend
August 22, 2018 6:12 pm

Well this is most exciting! I hope that the audience responds well enough to make some kind of further project(s) worthwhile to WB/CW/DC.

Superman2878
August 22, 2018 6:52 pm
Reply to  afriend

I agree afriend. They got a good thing going with Tyler’s Superman. I hope that at the very least that they expand his guest appearances for the other shows every season. Two or three episodes for the other shows, I believe is reasonable. 3 for Supergirl, 2 for the Flash, 3 for legends, 2 for arrow, and 3 for Black Lightning. Adding it all up thats 13 episodes of Superman guest appearances a year. And add in crossovers that could be 17 episodes. I can’t wait to see this crossover event. They are finally bringing in Lois Lane! This is… Read more »

Superman2878
August 22, 2018 7:41 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

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Superman2878
August 23, 2018 12:01 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

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Superman2878
August 23, 2018 9:24 pm
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Randall
Randall
August 24, 2018 8:31 am
Reply to  Superman2878

Seriously….Spidey2878, give it a rest. This isn’t that important and spamming comments saying you’re above it is proving otherwise.

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 10:03 am
Reply to  Randall

I don’t know what else I can do Randall. I’m not the bully here, he/she is.This person just won’t leave me alone. I bet he/she will leave another-1 for me just for this comment. He/she is obsessed with giving me -1s. I don’t know why they are. I say something nice, I get a-1. I make an observation on a show or movie, I get a -1. I mean seriously? I understand if it’s for a comment that they don’t agree with, but for no reason? Seriously? I wish this person would just give it a rest. Look, I will… Read more »

Randall
Randall
August 24, 2018 1:57 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

You can stop spamming threads is what you can do. Negatives on comments can be annoying, absolutely, but they’re not physically harmful and spamming a thread certainly isn’t going to solve anything. I imagine it only continues because it gets a reaction from you.

Just post like a normal person (read: no spamming) and eventually whoever it is will get bored and move along.

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 2:37 pm
Reply to  Randall

Like I said before, I will try and ignore this person. But for the record, I didn’t start this.
I appreciate the advice, its just that this has been going on for months even when I had ignored this person. Its just irritating is all. I only respond because it irritates me sometimes, but I can see how others might get irritated by responses to this person. And I’m sorry about that. I don’t mean to take away from the enjoyment of the comment section. I will try to ignore this person. Thank you for your guidance Randall.

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 2:54 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I meant to say that I can see how my responses to this person can irritate others. my fingers got ahead of my typing.

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 24, 2018 6:02 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I have never found your posts annoying. I have found that you post multiple times, one after the other, but after initially experiencing this of you, I just got used to it and accepted it as your style. 🙂

I’m not trying to encourage you to do it, nor am I condemning you for doing it. It is, as I said, just me accepting that aspect of you. 🙂

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 6:09 pm
Reply to  SuperFunTime

I just like to talk a lot I guess.

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 24, 2018 6:26 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I guess. LOL! 😀

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 6:47 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

Thank you SuperFunTime. That’s very cool of you to say that.

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 7:15 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I meant thank you for the comment about accepting the fact that I talk a lot. Lol ha ha ha. I’m doing it again aren’t I? Talking a lot. Sorry. Lol

Superman2878
September 3, 2018 12:56 am
Reply to  Superman2878

Don’t take this the wrong way Randall, but since you pointed out one of the rules of this site, I would like to point out a rule as well. No policing is also one of the rules. I just say this because I know you mean to be helpful, but that job really isn’t your responsibility.
Anyway, I think I’m done with this topic. Time to move on to the next one.

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 22, 2018 6:35 pm

So is this an indication that they’re not moving forward with Superman cinematically? I also just read that Hans zimmer is going to score WW84. That bums me out because I wanted him to score another Superman film. I’m glad Wonder Woman is getting love, but Wb/dc could have had the same success with Superman. Just sayin.

Superman2878
August 22, 2018 7:02 pm
Reply to  sundevil82

Well the year isn’t over yet sundevil82. Who knows? Maybe they have something planned but are not ready to make an announcement yet.

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 22, 2018 7:24 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I hope so Spidey. I really want another stand alone sequel with a quality writer and director who focuses on Superman’s character more and tells a more personal story. We’ll see

Superman2878
August 22, 2018 9:40 pm
Reply to  sundevil82

I had a thought. Could it be that every year they take turns for Hoechlin’s and Cavill’s Superman? I mean think about it. Last year we had Cavill but no Hoechlin. This year so far it looks to be Hoechlin but no sign of a Cavill movie yet. Maybe they’re saving him for a movie next year? Then the year after, it could be Hoechlin again. It’s just a theory.

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Superman2878
August 23, 2018 9:30 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

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Superman2878
August 25, 2018 2:27 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

-2. Huh?
Well excuse me for sticking up for myself!
That’s a complaint not spam by the way.

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 4:14 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

Please excuse me for that complaint, I do apologize to my fellow Superman and Supergirl fans and to the Superman homepage as well for my complaint. I am sorry. I will try to improve my comments so that they will be more worthy of the Superman homepage.

Steve Eden
Steve Eden
August 22, 2018 7:06 pm
Reply to  sundevil82

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing, Sundevil82. It’s always great to see Superman on television, especially with Lois. But the Warner powers that be aren’t usually this generous with a movie character. I hope I’m wrong, but I fear this signals no Superman movies in the foreseeable future.

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 22, 2018 7:23 pm
Reply to  Steve Eden

Last I saw they were in tough negotiations with Henry over salary, but I’ve heard nothing since. They should really capitalize on his success with MI: Fallout. I want him and McQuarrie to be announced as the MOS2 team, but now they’re are rumors that McQuarrie and Tom cruise are doing green lantern corps.

Superman2878
August 22, 2018 6:39 pm

YES!!!!!
THANK YOU CW!!!!!!!!
Thank you, thank you, thank you so much.
I’m so happy about this news. Superman is coming back!!!!!! As Lois Lane would say, “Way to go Superman!”
And as a certain character from Superman 2 would say, ” Man this is going to be good!” And as Perry White once said,” Superman Returns!”

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SupermanArmy
SupermanArmy
August 22, 2018 7:28 pm

Doubt this would happen but it would be mighty intriguing to have a scene involving the new Lois Lane with Kara’s mother, who is now played by Smallville’s Lois Lane, Erica Durance.

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 22, 2018 9:19 pm
Reply to  SupermanArmy

Yup. I feel Erica and Teri Hatcher have been the best live action Lois Lane’s we’ve ever had. Neither was in a particularly great show, but they both captured the spirit of the character along with (at least for me) looking like what I imagined the character to look like.

approuty
approuty
August 22, 2018 11:07 pm

YES!!!! THANK YOU, WB!! Just want I was waiting for, now it would be cool to see him race with the Flash 😀

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 12:04 pm
Reply to  approuty

My thoughts exactly approuty.
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LordKromwell
LordKromwell
August 23, 2018 3:38 am

Wait…I thought Supergirl was moving to Sunday this coming season. Why would they have “Flash” on Sunday?

GodzillaofSteel
GodzillaofSteel
August 23, 2018 6:29 am

This is great news! I’m so excited! I can’t wait for this 3-night crossover event!

August 23, 2018 7:17 am

I Hope he meets up with Ray Palmer 🙂

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 11:20 am

Thank you to those who are in charge of the CW shows that made Superman’s return possible. And Thank you for introducing Lois Lane this year as well. I am looking forward to seeing this new interpretation of the Daily Planet’s top ace reporter. I also would like to thank the fans as well. Our voices that supported Tyler Hoechlin in the role of Superman, I believe helped in his return. To all of my fellow Superman fans, thank you. Our fandom for superman brought him back.

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Superman2878
August 23, 2018 3:52 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I really hope to see a Superman and Lois flight scene.

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Kal-Ed
August 23, 2018 12:31 pm

Now that is what I call great news. Can’t wait to see the crossover!

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 12:47 pm
Reply to  Kal-Ed

Me too Kal-Ed. Me too.
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redcape
redcape
August 23, 2018 1:17 pm

I’m happy that some of you are excited for this. BUT..for myself, I’m on the fence. The way they totally miss-handled Superman the last time he was on doesn’t make me anything but cautious. And bringing in Lois is another wait and see. Some will disagree with me and I’m not in any way trying to offend……but I for one am sick and tied of Supergirl being directed into a female empowerment show. That was for the most part all it was last season. And to SteveE…….I’m nervous about Superman’s future on film(s) as well. Not a peep at the… Read more »

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 2:47 pm
Reply to  redcape

Its ok redcape. I understand. Everyone has a preference about superman. As for a sequel to Man of steel, maybe they have something planned, but are waiting for the right time to announce it.
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redcape
redcape
August 24, 2018 12:37 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

A + for you!!

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 2:42 pm
Reply to  redcape

Thanks redcape. Give it some time, I’m sure they will have something planned.

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 4:01 pm

I hope that they cast Lex Luthor at some point. To see Superman go up against his arch nemesis in this series I think would be really cool to see.

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GodzillaofSteel
GodzillaofSteel
August 23, 2018 8:47 pm

I’m sure Grant Gustin will geek-out behind the scenes when filming these episodes with Tyler as Superman. And since Grant is a big fan of Superman as a character, I wonder if he will bring out a little bit of that “geek-out-mode” when he’s in character as The Flash. I just can’t wait for this 3-part-story.

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 23, 2018 10:10 pm

I don’t know about that. I remember The Flash singing to Supergirl (in that 2-parter with Supergirl and The Flash) and saying, “I gotta say I’m not impressed by your more famous cousin.” Kara thanked him. Barry mocked him in stance and walking. And I, just laughed. 😀

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 10:48 am
Reply to  SuperFunTime

What’s your opinion about Lois being introduced in the crossover SuperFunTime?

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 24, 2018 6:09 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I’m totally fine with it. I am actually surprised it has taken this long for Lois to be on th4e show. I figured that if they were going to officially have Superman in season 2, I figured they would have a Lois Lane show up at some point. I guess now, or should I say, this coming December, is that point. So, yeah, I am totally for having Lois Lane show up. I just hope she gets to offer some guidance to Kara when it comes to journalism. On a similar note, I hope Kara revisits the idea of telling… Read more »

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 7:21 pm
Reply to  SuperFunTime

True. They should have introduced her sooner. I’m just glad that she will finally show up. I hope they cast her well. I trust that whoever they pick will honor the legacy of Lois Lane. I also hope to see Lois give advice to Kara on jernolism.

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 9:11 am
Reply to  SuperFunTime

I guess it’s like that scene where Supergirl tells some people an embarrassing story about changing Superman when he was a baby, to which Superman says “I don’t think we have to tell them that.” And she responds with” yeah, I kind do.” I think it’s something every family dose for a little laugh, but it shows the family bond between these two. And I’m so looking forward to seeing Superman and Supergirl hang out again soon.

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 2:20 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

This is odd, my last comment is not where I responded to. It’s at least 4 rows down where it should’ve ended up.

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 10:18 pm

Yeah, I heard that he is a fan of Superman as well. Grant Gustin must really be happy about these upcoming episodes.

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August 23, 2018 9:55 pm

I think Tyler Hoechlin did a good job as Superman, but, man, I do hope they redesign the outfit. I know I may be in the minority with this opinion, but it’s funny how they got Supergirl’s outfit so right, but Superman’s so wrong. Making the boots less bulky, lowering the belt, and tucking the cape into the collar would be most welcome.

JasEl
JasEl
August 24, 2018 10:37 pm
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No, I agree, that costume is garbage. Especially that weird cape attachment

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 23, 2018 9:58 pm

Yes! Yes!! Yes!!! YES!!! 🙂 😀

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcmG6XEWj4w

Superman2878
August 23, 2018 10:27 pm
Reply to  SuperFunTime

um, I don’t get it. What is this video about?
As for Tyler’s suit, I’m ok with it. If they changed it to a style like the Superman reborn comic style, I would be all for that.
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Superman2878
August 23, 2018 10:47 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

I got to say, I really like the Gary Frank picture that was used for this news article.

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Superman2878
August 24, 2018 10:32 am
Reply to  Superman2878

Ok, now I understand what the video is about. They’re chanting yes yes yes. And you are agreeing about the outfit needing a change, that’s why you’re saying yes yes yes. Yeah, I wouldn’t mind a change in his suit.

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 24, 2018 5:42 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

LOL! 😀

The “Yes” chant, the energy the crowd generates, is how I felt when I heard Superman was going to be in the crossover event. 🙂

I’ve watched WWE for years and I love that Yes chant! 🙂

LOL! 😀 I never said anything about changing his suit. LOL! 😀 I’m actually fine with it, but if they made the cape tuck in the top like Supergirl’s or Henry Cavill’s Superman, I’d prefer it. But, as I said earlier, I am fine with what he’s wearing, though it’s not my preference. 🙂

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 6:40 pm
Reply to  SuperFunTime

Lol. Sorry about that. I misinterpreted the chant, but yes I couldn’t agree more with you about the crossover SuperFunTime. I’m so looking forward to it as well.

stevenx
stevenx
August 24, 2018 12:55 pm

I’d be much more interested in this scenario if the ‘Supergirl’ show hadn’t castrated Superman by insisting he is only a second rate version of her! The “Supergirl is stronger than Superman” storyline at the end of season 2 was and is pure crap! It’s hard to care about this show anymore when they abuse the legacy of the character that is responsible for the existence of Supergirl. I can’t bring myself to watch this show now and I’m surprised and saddened that mistreating the character of Superman hasn’t generated more vitriolic feedback. I’ll watch this show again when and… Read more »

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 24, 2018 4:53 pm
Reply to  stevenx

A simple solution to this would have been for the producers to set the show during the time of Superman’s death. That gives her a logical reason for having to rise up and become ‘earths greatest hero’ Instead of having to use Superman as a stepping stone to put her over. The route they took, avoiding showing him in the first season and beating him up to show her prowess in the second still makes absolutely no sense to me. Never mind the fact that they are trying to so hard to say that she is so much better yet… Read more »

redcape
redcape
August 25, 2018 1:31 pm
Reply to  stevenx

Yep…..right on the money stevenx! None of what they did made ANY sense. But you can bet they did it to prop up the movement in the industry that has been ALL about female empowerment. The CW is pretty much devoted all of it’s shows to this angle. But in all fairness the main channels and their shows are doing it as well. Men are now being used as puppets to support this cause. And it’s a dominating theme in every show where there’s a confrontation between a man and a woman. It is nothing more than a choreographed joke.… Read more »

Superman2878
August 24, 2018 8:31 pm

I’m just asking this question I don’t know if anyone knows the answer, but is it possible that this new Lois Lane will be the one in the show Metropolis? Or will they cast their own version?

sundevil82
sundevil82
August 25, 2018 1:05 am
Reply to  Superman2878

Own version I’d imagine. Plus I believe they halted any activity on ‘Metropolis’

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 1:28 am
Reply to  sundevil82

That makes sense.I guess that explains why I haven’t heard anything new about Metropolis.

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 12:17 pm

I heard that Ruby Rose was casted as Batwoman. I’m not familiar with her work. What shows or movies has she been in?

SuperFunTime
SuperFunTime
August 27, 2018 9:09 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

When I first heard Ruby Rose, I immediately thought about Ruby Rose from the show RWBY. LOL!!! I love that show. 🙂

I didn’t know there was a real person named Ruby Rose. 😀

Superman2878
August 27, 2018 11:33 pm
Reply to  SuperFunTime

I’ve seen RWBY as well SuperFunTime. It’s a great show.

victor4782
victor4782
August 25, 2018 3:27 pm

Hope they get someone good. I wish Jenna Dewan wasn’t Lucy Lane because I think she’d be a great Lois Lane.

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 4:06 pm
Reply to  victor4782

on a related note, what ever happened to the omega hedrian device that was on season 1?(please excuse my spelling, I don’t know the correct spelling for that device.) I know that General Lane got a hold of it from Maxwell Lord, but has there been any news of it since?

Superman2878
August 25, 2018 4:39 pm

I have another Supergirl related question. Has anyone seen the extended movie edition to the Helen Slater Supergirl film? If so, what’s the extra footage about?

redcape
redcape
August 26, 2018 12:58 am
Reply to  Superman2878

spidey……with all due respect. There is NO amount of added material that would change the horrended-ness that this movie is. Other than Slater looking good in the costume(should be worn on our Supergirl), there is nothing that could improve it. It IS that bad.

Superman2878
August 26, 2018 9:13 am
Reply to  redcape

I understand your point of view redcape.I’m just wondering what the extra footage had. If I remember correctly, I believe the leading actor from Max Headroom played a thug who made the mistake of bothering Supergirl. Of coarse I only saw this scene like 25 years ago, so I’m not sure if that’s accurate. It’s been a long time.

Superman2878
August 27, 2018 1:35 pm
Reply to  Superman2878

one more question, its about the reign of the Supermen animated movie. When will it be out? I’m so looking forward to that film.

Kal L
Kal L
August 29, 2018 4:36 am
Reply to  Superman2878

I think it will be out early next year. And I hope it is as good as this first part.

Kal L
Kal L
August 29, 2018 4:35 am
Reply to  Superman2878

its all goods Spidey, just pay the negative comments no heed bro, look at it this way, someone obviously loves to read your comments enough to -1 them. Eventually whoever it is, will get bored and give up. And if you do genuinely get a few here and there, its no big deal. I received multiple negatives when I shared my dislike for Kara Zor-El Supergirl. I sort of really dislike her as a character, as I feel she diminishes Superman’s uniqueness. I took my negatives as people that just disagreed with my view on the character, and not as… Read more »

Kal L
Kal L
August 28, 2018 2:55 am

A little late to the party on this article, I saw the number of comments was up 72, thought I’d come read what everyone had to say… Then I realized that half of those are from Spidey2878… And half his comments are him answering his own comments LMAO… But seriously, whoever gives him the -1’s please stop… I think it is starting to upset him now. Aside from that, Good to hear that Superman will return to TV… Lets just have the Crisis event, kill Supergirl and make the show about him… That’s a joke btw Just hope that they… Read more »

Superman2878
August 28, 2018 10:01 am
Reply to  Kal L

Thank you Kal L. I appreciate your help.
As for my post taking up half the comments, sorry about that. I guess I got a little carried away. Ha ha ha. I do like to talk a lot I suppose.

Superman2878
August 28, 2018 10:10 am
Reply to  Superman2878

Looking back, that was a lot of comments I made. So when I said that I got a little carried away, that was an understatement. Sorry about that. I’ll try to limit my comments from now on. And I’m not proud for what I said in my responses to the person giving me the negative votes. I’m sorry about that. I’ll try to act better with my comments from now on.

Kal L
Kal L
August 29, 2018 4:37 am
Reply to  Superman2878

its all goods Spidey, just pay the negative comments no heed bro, look at it this way, someone obviously loves to read your comments enough to -1 them. Eventually whoever it is, will get bored and give up. And if you do genuinely get a few here and there, its no big deal. I received multiple negatives when I shared my dislike for Kara Zor-El Supergirl. I sort of really dislike her as a character, as I feel she diminishes Superman’s uniqueness. I took my negatives as people that just disagreed with my view on the character, and not as… Read more »

Superman2878
August 29, 2018 10:43 am
Reply to  Kal L

Thanks Kal L. I will take your advice, and I will try to not let it bother me anymore.