There's just one half of one season remaining on Smallville.

And while our critic didn't love the way this show concluded 2010, the following preview makes it clear that major things are ahead when the series returns with new episodes on January 28.

Such as? Find out for yourself right now. Click on this video and get a look at actual footage from the return installment of Smallville.

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