S2·E17 Rosetta
- Episode
- Season 2, Episode 17
- Air Date
- February 25, 2003
- Runtime
- 43 minutes
- Director
- James Marshall
- Writers
- Miles Millar, Alfred Gough
- Score
- 9/10 (19 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Clark travels to New York to meet Dr. Swann, a brilliant scientist who holds a message for Clark from his home planet. Meanwhile Lana decides to move out of Chloe's house after they get into an argument about Clark.
Episode recap
In the episode "Rosetta," Clark Kent travels to New York to meet Dr. Swann, a scientist who possesses a message from Clark's home planet. This encounter marks a significant development in Clark's understanding of his Kryptonian heritage.
Meanwhile, a personal issue arises in Clark's life as he and Lana Lang have a disagreement. As a result, Lana decides to move out of Chloe's house, indicating a change in their living arrangements.
The episode focuses on Clark's journey to New York and his meeting with Dr. Swann, while also touching on the domestic issue affecting his relationships with Lana and Chloe. The events of this episode contribute to Clark's ongoing exploration of his identity and connection to his Kryptonian roots.
The episode is part of the second season of the television series Smallville, which premiered in 2001 and blends elements of science fiction, fantasy, action, and drama.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 17 of Smallville air?
Season 2, Episode 17 ('Rosetta') originally aired on February 25, 2003.
How long is Season 2 Episode 17 ('Rosetta')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 43 minutes.
What happens in Smallville Season 2 Episode 17?
Clark travels to New York to meet Dr. Swann, a brilliant scientist who holds a message for Clark from his home planet. Meanwhile Lana decides to move out of Chloe's house after they get into an argument about Clark....
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