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S1·E16 Stray

Episode
Season 1, Episode 16
Air Date
April 16, 2002
Runtime
43 minutes
Director
Paul Shapiro
Writer
Philip Levens
Score
8.6/10 (21 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired April 16, 2002 43 min ★ 8.6/10 · 21 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

A young runaway, Ryan, has the power to read minds and flees his abusive stepparents. The Kents take him in and Clark soon discovers the boy's powers and that he's immune to them. But Ryan's stepparents have plans to use the boy's powers for financial gain against...Lex.

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Episode recap

The Kents take in a young runaway named Ryan, who possesses the power to read minds. Clark soon discovers Ryan's abilities and learns that he is immune to them. Ryan's stepparents, who have been abusive, are revealed to have plans to exploit Ryan's powers for financial gain. They intend to use Ryan's abilities against Lex.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 16 of Smallville air?

Season 1, Episode 16 ('Stray') originally aired on April 16, 2002.

How long is Season 1 Episode 16 ('Stray')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 43 minutes.

What happens in Smallville Season 1 Episode 16?

A young runaway, Ryan, has the power to read minds and flees his abusive stepparents. The Kents take him in and Clark soon discovers the boy's powers and that he's immune to them. But Ryan's stepparents have plans to use the boy's powers for financial gain against...Lex....

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