The CW Network has provided us with a brand new video for the first Smallville episode of 2010, entitled Disciple. The show returns to it’s 9th on Friday, January 22 to the CW Network. Click below for a glimpse at the TV spot for the episode!

Clark Kent has had something of a strained relationship with his paternal Kryptonian father over the years. But that’s just what happens when a guy has to deal with the disembodied psychic computer version of a dad he never knew.

Well, as we reported back in September, a kinder, gentler Jor-El may just meet his son in the flesh for the first time in the Nov. 6 episode of “Smallville” entitled “Kandor.”

ComicsContinuum has an image gallery that previews actor Julian Sands portraying Superman’s scientist father Jor-El in traditional Kyrptonian threads, plus an episode synopsis from The CW. While it was originally believed that Sands would star in a flashback of some kind, it looks like his character could be entering mainstream continuity.

Jor-El’s appearance on Earth comes after nine seasons of his presumed death. Until now, a powerful artificial intelligence unit that stored his memories had been guiding Clark to embrace his Kryptonian side, resulting in the would-be Superman donning a Neo look and calling himself the Blue Blur while moonlighting as a crime fighter in Metropolis.

If Clark’s alien father has truly returned from the lost city of Kandor, it could mean big trouble for the young Man of Steel, especially if his criminal rival Zod finds him first. There’s also the small matter of the fate of Clark’s Kryptonian cousin, Kara, who left to find Kandor last season.

“Smallville” has been pretty hectic of late with a bevy of guest stars, including the Wonder Twins, Speedy and an upcoming appearance by the Justice Society. It remains to be seen just how the return of Jor-El will factor into what’s shaping up to be a busy season, but fans will be watching with eyes wide open.

Clark asks out Lois and Zod creates zombies in the new episode of Smallville, airing Friday, October 9 on the CW Network. Also, the search for a new hero!
In “Rabid,” the title of the Smallville episode airing Friday, October 9, Clark finally asks out Lois:

“I was hoping that we could grab something to eat tonight. Not that I’m saying that we should go on a date.”

And, evil Kryptonian Zod releases a virus that will turn humans zombies. After Lois is infected, the only way Clark can save her is by giving her an antidote made from his own blood!

Also, according to Aceshowbiz.com, the CW is looking to add another hero to the cast of Smallville. Described as “the most handsome and sexy of ALL the D.C. superheroes,” the actor they are looking for is a male aged 37 to 48 year old who has a “fantastic physique.”

I have to own up to being a massive fan of the hit series “Smallville,” so when I found out that the ninth season is coming soon, I was over the moon. And according to buddytv.com, CW is doing everything in their power not to disappoint the fans. They have even brought out a trailer, to increase the hype.

And after watching the trailer, which you can see for yourself below, I can’t wait until we get to see season 9. If you don’t want it spoiled for you, then don’t read any more. Season 9 will see Clark Kent (Tom Welling), embrace his destiny as the Man of Steel, with plenty of transformations along the way.

We will also see Chloe (Allison Mack), get tired of playing Clark’s sidekick, so she starts to stand out more, breaking away from the behind-the-scenes action in the process. And it looks like Oliver (Justin Hartley), is still battling off the demons, but more of a personal kind this time.

Season 9 will also see some newcomers to the show. One of them will be the villainous Metallo ( Brian Austin Green) and the others will be the mysterious duo, Tanner (David Gallagher) and Twyla (Allison Scagliotti). And it looks like season 9 is the season for Zod (Callum Blue).

Smallville is jumping on the zombie bandwagon.

Yesterday, we told you about the upcoming Medium-Night of The Living Dead mash-up. Now comes word that Clark Kent will be dealing with the undead in a season nine episode of Smallville.

The ep, called “Rabid,” will see a virus infecting the city of Metropolis that turns people into zombies. Click through to find out which two Smallville regulars will get infected.

The series most appealing ladies (sorry Chloe!) Tess Mercer and Lois Lane will reportedly be infected by the zombie plague. Actor Cameron Bancroft (24) will play Dr. Coats, a virologists working to either strengthen or stop the plague – we’re really not sure yet.

After Marvel Zombies, the Zombieland hype and the upcoming Star Wars zombie novel, I might be sick of the walking dead once this ep makes it to air. I’ll still watch it, of course. I wouldn’t want to miss watching Clark possibly use his heat vision to decapitate a walking corpse.