Searching The Multiverse: Spoilers And Speculation

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Behind-the-scenes photo: https://www.instagram.com/p/CTFeM1MnYun/

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Edited August 31, 2021 by Trini

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Apparently screeners of the pilot have been sent out; one advance review: https://dctvpodcasts.com/reviews/advanced-review-the-cw-naomi/

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Something many may be wondering that we should get out of the way; it’s very clear from the get-go that Naomi does not take place on the same Earth as the other Arrowverse shows. As the synopsis has teased, the concept of superheroes in this reality doesn’t match what Earth-Prime has established. And to be quite honest, when looking at the source material, it works for the TV adaptation to be set in its own world while leaving the door open for a crossover down the line. Very much like what they did with Black Lightning in the beginning, Naomi deserves time to set its tone before getting involved with the other heroes on The CW. Like with Stargirl, it’s good for Naomi to get to create a new corner of the Arrowverse’s Multiverse.

 

I was thinking they'd at least connect this - directly or indirectly - with Superman & Lois, which is also (kind of) separate from the other shows. But they could later, maybe.

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Another early review: https://comicbook.com/dc/news/naomi-review-the-cw-dc-comics-episode-1/

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... To an extent, the pilot of Naomi feels like nothing else in the realm of superhero television right now. It might not have the predictable flashiness of most of The CW's other DC shows, or as strong of a genre hook as some of the DC shows that are currently streaming — but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. What the series does have is a profound amount of heart, sincerity, and personality, and an approach to its relatively new source material that could be spun into something truly special. Anchored by Walfall's truly excellent performance, Naomi has all the makings of DC's next TV hit, if you're willing to wait to watch it take flight.

 

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Pilot synopsis:

"Pilot" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)

SERIES PREMIERE - Naomi McDuffie (Kaci Walfall) is living her best life as a top student, skateboarder and Superman-stan, when a "stunt" in the middle of her hometown of Port Oswego turns her world upside down. While Naomi's doting parents - Greg and Jennifer McDuffie (Barry Watson and Mouzam Makkar) - are concerned with their daughter's strange new fainting spells, the teen's closest friends - Annabelle (Mary-Charles Jones), Nathan (Anthony Puig), Lourdes (Camila Moreno), Anthony (Will Meyers), and Jacob (Aidan Gemme) - join Naomi to help uncover who or what is behind the unexpected event that has the small military town buzzing. A bit of sleuthing leads Naomi and her friends to discover that the owners of two local businesses - Dee (Alexander Wraith) and Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) - seem to know a lot more about the incident than everyone else. Soon Naomi realizes that the mysterious event is just the beginning of a thrilling journey that will change her life and challenge her to question everything she knew to be true.

Amanda Marsalis directed the episode written by Ava DuVernay and Jill Blankenship (#101). Original airdate 1/11/2022.

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Episode #2 synopsis:

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"Unidentified Flying Object" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)

SEARCHING FOR ANSWERS - Following a shocking revelation by Dee (Alexander Wraith), Naomi (Kaci Walfall) enlists her friends to dig deeper into the mystery surrounding unexplained occurrences in Port Oswego and whether they have anything to do with her past. Meanwhile, Naomi's parents (Barry Watson and Mouzam Makkar) are caught off guard by Naomi's interrogations. Another ominous encounter with Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) leaves Naomi shaken, and she seeks Dee's help in taking the next step to embracing her destiny. Also starring Mary-Charles Jones, Daniel Puig, Camila Moreno, Will Meyers and Aidan Gemme.

DeMane Davis directed the episode written by Jill Blankenship (#102). Original airdate 1/18/2022.

 

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Episode 3 synopsis:

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"Zero to Sixty" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)

LEARN TO WALK BEFORE YOU CAN RUN - Naomi (Kaci Walfall) gets guidance from Dee (Alexander Wraith) as she learns to harness her powers, all while juggling her everyday life as a teenager finishing her college application. And as Naomi's obsession with uncovering answers has her and her friends engaging in dangerous behavior, Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) seeks out the help of an old friend to help further his plans. Also starring Mary-Charles Jones, Barry Watson, Mouzam Makkar, Daniel Puig, Camila Moreno, Will Meyers, Aidan Gemme and guest starring Stephanie March.

Sheldon Candis directed the episode written by Oscar Balderrama (#103). Original airdate 1/25/2022.

 

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When asked if the Superman that Naomi sees is Superman and Lois' Superman or a different Superman,  Kaci Walfall said: "Naomi exists in her own universe. So Tyler Hoechlin, who plays Superman in Superman and Lois, was not on the set. But I'm excited for fans to see that take on Superman, especially in the first episode."

Kaci Walfall - Naomi
Good Day Sacramento    Jan 6, 2022

 

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Episode 4 synopsis:

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"Enigma" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

THE BALANCING ACT - Naomi (Kaci Walfall) discovers more about her past, but she must come to terms with all the secrets that have been kept from her... and who has been keeping them. And as the newly empowered teen continues her training with Dee (Alexander Wraith) and finds the courage to confront Zumbado (Cranston Johnson), she must balance her super-life with her school life when Annabelle (Mary-Charles Jones), Anthony (Will Meyers) and Jacob (Aidan Gemme) push Naomi to campaign for Class President. Also starring Barry Watson, Mouzam Makkar, Daniel Puig, Camila Moreno, and guest starring Stephanie March.

Neema Barnette directed the episode written by Stephanie Coggins (#104). Original airdate 2/1/2022.

 

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This seems more spoiler-y than not, so I'm putting it here: Quotes about Naomi's parents from Barry Watson, at TVLine.

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“He’s a little more aware than he’s pretending to be both with the military and with Naomi,” Watson reveals to TVLine. “He knows who Naomi really is, and he knows the truth, but he couldn’t let her know that, and he couldn’t tell the commander when he asked him to join his special investigation team. The great thing about this show is I learn new things every week as we get the scripts. I’m getting to discover more about my character and the other characters. You just never know what they know until you do.”

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“Lying, despite their best intentions, creates a situation where Naomi will get angry with her parents,” Watson observes. “What teenager doesn’t get mad at their parents? But because Greg and Jen are keeping secrets, it does threaten that bond. The show is so grounded in that way. As time goes on and Naomi finds out more and more, she is going to be upset with her parents. I know I would be.”

 

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Episode 5 synopsis:

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"Shadow Ridge" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)

ARE WE THERE YET? - With Naomi (Kaci Walfall) still shaken by her terrifying encounter with the bounty hunter, Dee (Alexander Wraith) continues training her on controlling her thoughts and emotions and, therefore, her powers. Meanwhile, as Naomi and Nathan (Daniel Puig) rekindle their romance, the class sets off on an exciting week-long camping excursion. Also starring Cranston Johnson, Mary-Charles Jones, Barry Watson, Mouzam Makkar, Will Meyers and Aidan Gemme.

Jason Ganzel wrote the episode directed by Stephanie Turner (#105). Original airdate 2/22/2022.

 

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Episode 6 synopsis:

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"Homecoming" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

RESPECT FOR TRADITION - It's Homecoming in Port Oswego and Naomi (Kaci Walfall) and her fellow students are buzzing with excitement in anticipation of the town's longstanding event, but the tension between Nathan (Daniel Puig) and Anthony (Will Meyers) escalates when Anthony feels his hometown tradition is being disrespected by a military kid. Meanwhile, Naomi discovers a potential new source of information, but they may know more than she bargained for. A revelation from his encounter with the bounty hunter sends Dee (Alexander Wraith) looking for answers about someone from his past, while Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) has a run in with Greg (Barry Watson) and Jennifer (Mouzam Makkar). Also starring Mary-Charles Jones.

Kent Faulcon directed the episode written by Stacy A. Littlejohn (#106). Original airdate 3/1/22.

 

So a few storylines with the grown-ups, that's good with me.

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Episode 7 synopsis:

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"I Am Not a Used Car Salesman" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

SHOCKING TRUTHS - When Naomi finds herself in dire circumstances, she's forced to seek help from Zumbado who knows more than Naomi could have imagined.

Lisa France directed the episode written by Jill Blankenship (#107). Original airdate 3/8/2022.

 

Kind of short and vague.

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Episode 8 synopsis:

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"Fellowship of the Disc" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

AT ODDS - Naomi (Kaci Walfall) must take special care to protect her identity after Jacob (Aidan Gemme) shares obscure information with her and Annabelle (Mary-Charles Jones). Greg (Barry Watson) and Jennifer (Mouzam Makkar) celebrate their 20th Wedding Anniversary while also giving serious consideration to their future and how best to protect Naomi.

Meanwhile, Dee (Alexander Wraith) and Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) disagree on how Naomi should be trained for a larger, very imminent threat.

Nathan (Daniel Puig) and Anthony (Will Meyers) choose the comic bookstore for their class volunteer project, but Lourdes (Camila Moreno) finds their presence to be more of an intrusion into her private life.

Gussie Roc wrote the episode directed by DeMane Davis (#108). Original airdate 3/22/22.

 

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Episode 9 synopsis:

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"Keep Your Friends Close" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

EVERYONE'S A SUSPECT - New information leads Naomi (Kaci Walfall) to believe there is another alien in her midst... and it may be someone she knows. A visit from Commander Steel (guest star Brian Brightman) prompts Dee (Alexander Wraith) and Zumbado (Cranston Johnson) to make an unexpected visit to the McDuffy home in the middle of the anniversary party... but at least they arrive in style. Also starring Mary-Charles Jones, Barry Watson, Mouzam Makkar, Daniel Puig, Camila Moreno, Will Meyers and Aidan Gemme. Charles Stone III directed the episode written by Rebecca Bellotto (#109). Original airdate 3/29/2022.

 

Hmm - another alien in town?!

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Post-hiatus synopsis of episode 1.10:

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"Fallout" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

A LIFE OF LIES - In the aftermath of Naomi (Kaci Walfall) discovering who Greg (Barry Watson) and Jen (Mouzam Makkar) really are - and that they've been lying about it her entire life - Naomi sets out on her own to dig deeper for the truth only to discover how many people have been keeping secrets from her. Also starring Alexander Wraith, Cranston Johnson, Mary-Charles Jones, and Camila Moreno.

Angel Kristi Williams directed the episode written by Oscar Balderrama (#110). Original airdate 4/26/22.

 

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Episode 11 synopsis:

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"Worst Prom Ever" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG) (HDTV)

SAVE THE LAST DANCE - Naomi (Kaci Walfall) and Annabelle (Mary-Charles Jones) are looking forward to a perfect prom night with Nathan (Daniel Puig), Jacob (Aidan Gemme) and their entire junior class...but nothing ever goes as planned when you're a teenage superhero. Also starring Alexander Wraith, Cranston Johnson, Barry Watson and Mouzam Makkar. Merawi Gerima directed the episode written by Rebecca Bellotto (#111). Original airdate 5/3/22.

 

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Seems like a lot of stuff is going down in the last few episodes!

Episode 12 and 13 synopses:

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"Ready or Not" - (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, V) (HDTV)

SEASON FINALE (Part 1) - In the first episode of the two-part season finale, after having visions from her brief time on Earth-29, Naomi (Kaci Walfall) seeks the advice of her protectors - Dee (Alexander Wraith), Zumbado (Cranston Johnson), Greg (Barry Watson), Jen (Mouzam Makkar) and Akira (guest star Stephanie March) - but no one can agree on a plan...and Naomi feels sidelined in decisions about her own future. After Naomi receives a special gift from Akira, she sets off on a road trip with Annabelle (Mary-Charles Jones) in search of a specific place from a new vision...but something is tracking them closely.

Meanwhile, Anthony's (Will Meyers) attempt to get Naomi's attention by revisiting the "Superman stunt" results in an unlikely alliance with Lourdes (Camila Moreno) ...but danger looms the closer they get to the truth.

Carl Seaton directed the episode written by Jill Blankenship (#112). Original airdate 5/10/22.

 

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"Who Am I?" - (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET) (Content Rating TBD) (HDTV)

SEASON FINALE (Part 2) - In the second hour of an epic two-part season finale, Naomi (Kaci Walfall) must make a decision to protect those she loves most, but in the end, Naomi needs those closest to her to battle a powerful being that has been hunting her since birth. And while everyone has an opinion about what Naomi's future should be, her greatest power will manifest only when she stops believing everything she once thought to be true...and chooses her own destiny.

Also starring Cranston Johnson, Alexander Wraith, Mary-Charles Jones, Barry Watson, Mouzam Makkar, Camila Moreno, Will Meyers, Aidan Gemme and Daniel Puig.

DeMane Davis directed the episode written by Ava DuVernay and Jill Blankenship (#113). Original airdate 5/10/22.

 

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