Sparks aren't flying in Clark's marriage. Meanwhile, Lois's life plays out like a bad novel after Lex escapes from prison.

A terrorist, together with a Planet researcher, create chaos for Superman, just as he's waxing nostalgic for a sense of permanence in his life.

Superman helps Lois break out of prison, only to encounter the wrath of the vengeful Prof. Cole--who plots to annihilate Metropolis.

With Superman lost in a time warp, an alternate Superman from another dimension helps Lois combat the diabolical Tempus, the new President-elect.