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S4·E8 Spell

Episode
Season 4, Episode 8
Air Date
November 10, 2004
Runtime
42 minutes
Director
Jeannot Szwarc
Writer
Steven S. DeKnight
Score
8.1/10 (15 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired November 10, 2004 42 min ★ 8.1/10 · 15 TMDB votes

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

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Synopsis

Lana reads a spell book belonging to her 17th century ancestor, the witch Isabelle, and becomes possessed by her spirit. Isabelle resurrects her other two witches and together they seek out the kryptonian crystals, using their magic to render Clark powerless.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Smallville, Lana reads a spell book belonging to her seventeenth century ancestor, the witch Isabelle. Through this act, Lana becomes possessed by the spirit of her ancestor. Once possessed, Isabelle proceeds to resurrect her other two witches. Together, the group of witches seeks out the Kryptonian crystals. To achieve their goals and remove obstacles, the witches use their magic to render Clark completely powerless. The narrative centers on this magical possession and the quest for the crystals led by Isabelle and her resurrected companions, while Clark must deal with the sudden vulnerability caused by their witchcraft.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 4 Episode 8 of Smallville air?

Season 4, Episode 8 ('Spell') originally aired on November 10, 2004.

How long is Season 4 Episode 8 ('Spell')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 42 minutes.

What happens in Smallville Season 4 Episode 8?

Lana reads a spell book belonging to her 17th century ancestor, the witch Isabelle, and becomes possessed by her spirit. Isabelle resurrects her other two witches and together they seek out the kryptonian crystals, using their magic to render Clark powerless....

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