The iconic Vancouver-filmed television series Smallville is set for a major cast reunion, bringing a piece of Hollywood North history back to the city where it was made. Stars including Tom Welling, Kristin Kreuk, and Erica Durance are confirmed to appear at Fan Expo Vancouver 2026, offering fans a nostalgic return to the world of a young Clark Kent.
Fan Expo Vancouver Hosts a Super Reunion
The annual pop culture event will feature a special, limited-attendance session headlined by Tom Welling, who portrayed Clark Kent/Superman for the show's entire decade-long run. In this unique after-hours event, Welling will revisit pivotal moments from the series' 10 seasons and 218 episodes, reading iconic scenes and directing fans through key storylines with promised surprises. Tickets for this exclusive experience are priced at $292.88 and are available through the official Fan Expo website.
They will be joined by fellow series alumni, including Vancouver-born actor Kristin Kreuk, who played Lana Lang, and Erica Durance, who later joined the cast as Lois Lane. This gathering marks a significant moment for the show's dedicated fanbase, which averaged over four million viewers per season at its peak.
Smallville's Lasting Impact on B.C.'s Film Scene
Beyond its on-screen success, Smallville holds a special place in the history of British Columbia's film and television industry. The series was initially slated to film in Australia, but production ultimately set up shop at BB Studios in Burnaby. This decision proved fortuitous for the province.
Industry analysts often credit Smallville with cementing the Lower Mainland's reputation as a prime destination for comic-book and youth-oriented productions. Following in the footsteps of The X-Files, which established B.C. as a hub for moody thrillers, Smallville demonstrated the region's versatility in portraying Middle America and iconic urban settings like Metropolis. Its success paved the way for numerous subsequent projects, from the X-Men films to series like Riverdale and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
By the time it concluded in 2011, Smallville had surpassed another Vancouver-filmed staple, Stargate SG-1, to become the longest-running North American science fiction/fantasy series.
A Tour of Smallville's Real-World Vancouver Locations
The show's production made extensive use of local landmarks, seamlessly transforming them into the fictional town of Smallville and beyond.
- The Kent Family Farm: Located in Aldergrove, this property provided the iconic rural homestead.
- Smallville High School: Exterior shots were filmed at Vancouver Technical School, while the interiors were portrayed by a repainted Templeton Secondary School.
- Lex Luthor's Mansion: The imposing exterior was Hatley Castle in Victoria, with interior scenes shot at Shannon Mews on West 57th Avenue in Vancouver.
- Crater Lake: The scenic Buntzen Lake stood in for this key location in the series' mythology.
Even after the series ended, its connection to B.C. continued. In 2011, the crew transformed the village of Steveston into Storybrooke, Maine, for a shoot, showcasing the area's ongoing utility as a filming location.
The legacy of Smallville endures not just in reruns and a continued comic book series, but in the thriving film ecosystem of British Columbia. The reunion at Fan Expo Vancouver 2026 is more than a fan event; it's a celebration of a homegrown production that helped define an era for Hollywood North.
