Tom Welling Reveals Shocking Truth About Wearing the Green Arrow Suit on Smallville!

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During the decade-long run of “Smallville”, Tom Welling’s character Clark Kent didn’t often wear the complete Superman suit (ignoring that quick appearance at the end of the series finale). Instead, he donned various other outfits, and for a brief moment, even sported Oliver Queen’s green costume. From a storytelling perspective, Clark wore the suit for a valid reason, but what about Tom Welling’s thoughts on wearing the Green Arrow suit? In a recent interview, the actor shared some interesting insights behind the scenes.

In Season 6, titled “Hydro,” Clark puts on Green Arrow’s costume, a streamable episode with a Hulu subscription. During this storyline, Lois Lane thinks she’s figured out that Oliver Queen is the masked archer. However, Clark assumes the role of the archer (even sharing a kiss with Lois) while Oliver is around, confusing the aspiring journalist. In a podcast rewatch of Talkville (available on YouTube), Tom Welling reminisced about wearing the suit, and it seems he wasn’t particularly excited about it.

As a passionate film enthusiast, I found myself thinking, “This is preposterous! It’s a relief I don’t have to do this constantly.” However, in this case, I had no choice but to do it. Clark was performing these stunts for the sake of his friend… They had to create a suit for me, I believe it was similar to the one used by the stunt performer, which they made me wear.

Tom Welling’s portrayal of Clark Kent in the series was distinctive because unlike many other actors who played the role before and after him, he didn’t have to wear a flashy costume every week. Although towards the end of the show, there were some changes, but the superhero outfits that Tom Wearing sported looked quite casual. This might be one of the reasons why Tom Welling wasn’t too enthusiastic about wearing the green suit similar to the one Justin Hartley wore on the WB/CW series. However, it seems that he acknowledges the narrative reasons behind Clark Kent wearing the costume.

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In certain groups, Smallville’s portrayal of Superman is often referred to as the “ideal” Clark Kent. Known for sporting a blue shirt with a red jacket or vice versa, this version of the Man of Steel changes his attire over the seasons. By Season 8, he is recognized as “the Blur,” wearing a black jacket and shirt adorned with his iconic insignia. As the series progresses to Season 10, he begins donning a blue shirt and a red leather jacket emblazoned with his family’s crest, symbolizing Kent’s ongoing transformation towards embracing his role as Superman.

As a devoted fan, I must say that just like me, Tom Welling didn’t slip into a super suit when he reprised his role as Clark Kent for the Arrowverse’s “Crisis on Infinite Earths” crossover back in 2020. Instead, he was seen in everyday attire since he was busy working on his farm before the heroes of multiple universes came calling, followed by Lex Luthor. If the long-awaited Smallville spinoff ever materializes, it’s hard not to ponder if Welling might eventually put on the famous red and blue costume. Judging from fan art featuring him, he would certainly carry it off with style.

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Although it may still be unrealistic, it’s exciting to ponder such a scenario. However, fans don’t need to use their imagination for Tom Welling in the Green Arrow suit. If you haven’t watched “Hydro” yet, consider giving it a try. It’s an entertaining episode, and Lois’ expression when she discovers that the man she’s kissing isn’t her boyfriend, Oliver Queen, is a moment not to be missed!

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2025-05-28 05:37