Adventures of Superman - Season 1, Episode 1 - Superman on Earth

In the premiere episode of Adventures of Superman, the origin story of the iconic superhero unfolds. As the planet Krypton faces imminent destruction, scientist Jor-El sends his infant son, Kal-El, to Earth in a desperate bid for his survival. The child is discovered and adopted by the compassionate Kent family in the rural town of Smallville, where he is raised as Clark Kent. As Clark matures, he begins to uncover his extraordinary abilities—superhuman strength, speed, and more—setting him apart from those around him. Driven by a desire to use his powers for the greater good, Clark relocates to the bustling city of Metropolis. There, he assumes a dual identity: a mild-mannered reporter for the Daily Planet by day and the caped hero known as Superman by night. This episode lays the groundwork for the series, introducing key characters and the defining double life of the Man of Steel as he embarks on his mission to fight crime and uphold justice.