The Cast of Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman: 20 Years Later!

John Shea as Lex Luthor in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993)

John Shea as Lex Luthor in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993)

Though he only stayed for the first season (including four guest appearances in the succeeding seasons) of the show, John Shea was quite memorable as the insane yet charming Lex Luthor—Superman’s evil nemesis.

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John Shea—Now

After leaving Lois & Clark, the prolific actor took on guest roles in shows such as Sex and the City, Mutant X, and Law & Order. You may have also seen him as Blair Waldorf’s gay dad in a few episodes of the now-defunct Gossip Girl. In addition to his film and TV credits, Shea has also acted in a variety of Off-Broadway and Broadway productions.

Eddie Jones as Jonathan Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)h

Eddie Jones as Jonathan Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)f

After playing a few minor roles in films like Cadillac Man and A League of Their Own, Jones landed the role of Jonathan Kent, Superman’s adoptive father. Unlike the comics, the show’s version of the character does not die after Superman leaves Smallville, so Jones was present throughout the entirety of the series, constantly providing comfort and advice to his superhero soon.

Eddie Jones—Now

Since the conclusion of the Lois & Clark, the actor went on to appear in the romantic comedy Return To Me. He also made guest appearances in TV shows, including The Invisible Man, Touched By An Angel, Party of Five, and most recently, Ghost Whisperer and Veep. He also appeared in the films Seabiscuit and The Terminal.

K Callan as Martha Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

K Callan as Martha Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

Though her first big break came with the 1970 drama film Joe, it wasn’t until she played Martha Kent in the TV series Lois & Clark that she gained widespread recognition. Much like Jonathan, Martha was a source of motherly comfort for her son Clark, whom he often consulted whenever he was faced with various dilemmas. Notably, Martha was also the one who created his iconic Superman costume.

K Callan—Now

Callan continues to do acting work for film, TV and stage following the end of the series in 1997. She has had guest roles in a variety of well-known shows, such as Dawson’s Creek, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Nip/Tuck, Desperate Housewives, Law & Order: LA, NCIS, and How I Met Your Mother. She is also a prolific author, having penned showbiz guidebooks such as The Script Is Finished, Now What Do I Do? and How to Sell Yourself as an Actor.

Justin Whalin as Jimmy Olsen #2 in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1994-1997)

Justin Whalin as Jimmy Olsen #2 in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1994-1997)

In the show’s second season, Justin Whalin was brought in to replace Michael Landes as Daily Planet photographer Jimmy Olsen, who is a co-worker and close friend of Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Then in his late teens, Whalin’s adorable “teen heartthrob” look—which he accentuated with loose flannel shirts and his ever-present dimples—gained him a following among the show’s young female audiences.

Justin Whalin—Now

Whalin hasn’t done much acting since Lois & Clark. In 2000, he appeared in Dungeons & Dragons, a film based on the popular role-playing game. He was also in Blood of Beasts, Off the Ledge, and Super Capers.

Michael Landes as Jimmy Olsen #1 in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993)

Michael Landes as Jimmy Olsen #1 in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993)

Following guest roles on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and The Wonder Years, Landes got his big break as Daily Planet photographer Jimmy Olsen in Lois & Clark. Unfortunately, he was not invited to return for the second season—due in large part to the fact that he looked too similar to the lead character, Dean Cain. Justin Whalin replaced him in the show’s succeeding seasons.

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Michael Landes—Now

The actor has had a steady stream of guest appearances on the small screen, with stints in shows such as The Drew Carey Show, CSI: Miami, Ghost Whisperer, Boston Legal, and Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23. He was also in Final Destination 2 and Burlesque, alongside Christina Aguilera and Cher.

Lane Smith as Perry White in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

Lane Smith as Perry White in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

By then an established name in the acting world, Lane Smith became even more recognizable as Daily Planet Editor-In-Chief Perry White—Lois Lane’s boss. Just like in the comics, Smith’s character had a penchant (it was almost an obsession, really) with Elvis Presley, whom he constantly talked about throughout the series.

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Lane Smith—Now

Sadly, the award-winning actor passed away in 2005 due to ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease. Prior to his death, Smith followed Lois & Clark with roles in films such as Why Do Fools Fall In Love, The Hi-Lo Country, and The Legend of Bagger Vance. He also guest-starred in a number of TV shows—most notably DAG, The Practice, Judging Amy, and Out of Order.

Teri Hatcher as Lois Lane/Lois Lane Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)r

Teri Hatcher as Lois Lane/Lois Lane Kent in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

Unlike her TV husband, Teri had already done quite a number of acting roles before achieving superstar status as Daily Planet reporter (and eventual Mrs. Superman) Lois Lane. At one point, the actress even became the most downloaded woman on the Internet thanks to the famous photo of her dressed in nothing but Superman’s cape.

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Teri Hatcher—Now

Hatcher followed her success as Lois Lane with the role of Bond girl Paris Carver in the 1997 James Bond film Tomorrow Never Dies—a role that earned her the coveted title of FHM’s Sexiest Woman in the World in the same year. She then had a steady stream of film and TV roles, including the villainess in the 2001 film Spy Kids. In 2004, Teri gained widespread fame once more as Susan Mayer in the recently concluded ABC show, Desperate Housewives.

Dean Cain as Clark Kent/Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

Dean Cain as Clark Kent/Superman in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993-1997)

When a knee injury ended his promising career as an NFL football player, Dean Cain moved on to acting. With his bulging muscles and boyish good looks, he immediately got his big break and landed the lead role of Clark Kent—and his superhero alter ego, Superman—in the ABC series Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman.

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Dean Cain—Now

Soon after hanging up the iconic red cape, Cain started his own production company, Angry Dragon Entertainment. It produced the TV series Ripley's Believe It or Not, which he also hosted. He also appeared in films such as Best Men, Rat Race, Lost, and September Dawn. Though he has yet to land the lead role in a TV series, the actor has enjoyed numerous guest appearances in a wide variety of shows—including Smallville—and recurring roles on The Division, Clubhouse, Hope & Faith, and Las Vegas.