With the Thoreau storyline getting very soap opera-ish. Which I both love and hate. Because I prefer the show in a more standalone episodes format. The season needed another story closer the genesis of the series, with a new « krypto monster » seeking Clark's help. In this case, a dog. And, who doesn't love a good dog story? « Krypto » isn't an episode I particularly love, but it's entertaining, and has a nice touch of silly humor. After Clark's previous disenchanting moments. After a row of decently entertaining fillers, where Lex has a stalker, played by Colbie Smulders. Nightmares come true. Alicia returns, and is murdered by a bigot (can we say, woke?). After Chloe learns about Clark's secret. Or a popular football player (who happens to be a krypto monster) makes Clark give up on his dream of becoming a famous sportsman, one day. You have the one with « super dogs ». This is back when Lois was living in the Kent's family house, the Teague's drama got more interesting. With pre-Supernatural Jensen Ackles, perfecting his Dean Winchester mimics. And Jane Seymour playing perfectly his mysterious, yet concerned mother. And Chloe and Lana got over their Clark's drama. Also, you had two up-and-coming TV actors, playing the evil brothers, manipulating the dogs. The opening scene was pretty thrilling and you got to witness another « character » sensing Lex's true nature. Good soundtrack all over.
