Annette O'Toole on Netflix’s Virgin River, Smallville Burnout, Marrying Michael McKean, & More
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Annette O'Toole (Smallville, Virgin River) joins us this week to share iconic stories from her decades of work alongside Hollywood legends and all the while how her naivety prevented her from being taken advantage of throughout her early career.
Annette goes on to tell a crazy story of her travels back and forth across the country during 9/11 and how it inevitably led to her winning an Academy Award.
We also talk about her relationship with Michael McKean, enjoying acting now more than ever, and the special impact Smallville has had on people’s lives.
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The thing I most appreciate of Michael’s podcasts are how he lets his guest speak and finish their thoughts. So many others cut them off and talk over them. He’s simply amazing and can’t wait to see him in a new project.
She’s a great actress. She definitely helped elevate Smallville. Compared to most CW shows, they’re missing the gravitas a lot of the actors on Smallville had.
I would say the Early seasons of Arrow and the Flash had the gravitas of veteran actors you mentioned...but ya Smallville is definitely in a league of its own
@@entertaimenttechdaily3627 I totally agree the early seasons of arrow and the flash are great
Seriously Smallville had Annette O'Toole and John Glover.... And John Schneider. OMG. What an amazing cast of tremendous veteran performers you rarely see that nowadays.
Couldn’t agree more, besides the classic It movie I definitely liked Annette I’m the Smallville Series she’s a great actress. This was such a good interview.🧡
Back in 2001, the WB network wasn't as concerned with political correctness or playing the victim card all the time. By the time they changed to the CW, that mentality had changed, and Smallville was one of the few shows for them that managed to keep most of its sanity. I think its a minor miracle that it actually lasted another five years after the network switch - that kind of thing would never happen today.
The one thing I loved most about Annette playing Martha on Smallville was the direct connection to the Christopher Reeve Superman franchise!
lol well that was the sad thing about TOM not wanting to wear the suit, which meant no movies. Annette was among those passing the torch.
I liked it whenever they gave Annette the rare scene with Kristin Kreuk. It was cool seeing two generations of Lana Lang together.
@@thelionsshare6668To be fair, Clark not wearing the suit wasn't only Tom's decision. Al Gough & Miles Millar had mandated the "no tights, no flights" policy from the beginning of the show. By the time of the series finale, they had left, so Tom could have made the choice on his own, but for some reason he just didn't feel comfortable with it.
The irony being that the show was about Clark wrestling with his destiny.
@@Moviefan2k4
Annette was so outstanding on “Smallville”. What made that show so great was the acting talent and the scripts. Too many shows forget that special effects and outlandish plots don’t mean much without a talented cast.
The characters of Jonathan and Marha Kent were vital to keeping a sense of reality and humanity in show that was so unreal, and that takes talent.
100% on point
I always think of the "Spirit" episode where Annette did this amazing/hilarious job of playing Martha being possessed by this wannabe prom queen. Yes, it's comedic, but it's also a great showcase of her acting talent.
Annette and John Schneider were perfectly cast for Clark's parents. I got to meet John back in 2014, and I asked him what was different between Annette and Cynthia Ettinger. He said she was more of the "blonde farmgirl" type that Al & Miles had originally wanted, and that they had envisioned both Kents as handling Clark with kid gloves. Raising a teenager with Asperger's Syndrome at the time, John was very blunt with them, and said if they wanted a father who would treat the main character like a spoiled child, they should hire someone else. I guess they respected his honesty, because he was kept and Cynthia was replaced.
@@timrob12I freaking LOVE that scene. It cracks me up every time.
@@mandyrobbins2160 It's definitely my favorite episode. A lot of actors are allowed to have fun in that one.
Aww it's Annette! She is such a talented actress. I adored her in Smallville. Love the natural rapport Michael and she has. Excited to see this especially since she doesn't seem to do a lot of interviews these days.
You are in for an absolute treat. ❤️❤️❤️
I used to have a crush on Annette from when she played Lana Lang in Superman lll, still looking stunning-
She does when a new season of virgin river is starting I love her too she was great in Nash bridges
@@leannepritchett6323 It was neat when she mentioned that initially, her parents couldn't have children and were going to adopt (like Martha and Jonathan.)
Thank you, Michael, for interviewing her! She has a very real compassionate quality that seems rare among the vast majority of Hollywood people.
Annette O'Toole and Erica Durance are the two women I can never forget because of Smallville. Such awesome and beautiful ladies inside and out. What sweethearts.
OMG can’t believe you got Annette O'Toole on the post cast. She is legend she been in so many amazing TV shows and movies. Love when you have guest that are a lot older on your podcast and that have so much to tell and how openly they are with you Michael. Another awesome episode Michael you Rock!!!
Can't believe it's been 11 years since Smallville. Great to see her again and hearing beautiful stories.
Longer since she was on Smallville as a star/regularly
Great actor. She was a perfect choice for Martha in Smallville. She was also great as Lana Lang in Superman 3. Enjoyed her performance in IT.
I’m 52. I remember fondly Superman 3 and this beautiful redhead actor on the screen. Mrs O’Toole 🤩
Anyone else notice how much the Smallville cast is like a fine wine. They all age so well.
yes indeed.
oh yes they have aged like some fine wine
Thumbs up if you love Annette's energy. She's so kind-hearted and pure.
I did see the unaired pilot of Smallville years back with a different actress for Martha Kent and the actress that portrayed her said she didn't feel she was right for the role. At that time The Huntress had ended and Annette O' Toole became available to play Martha Kent and reshot the whole pilot with Annette as Martha Kent. I remember watching the documentary "Look-up in the Sky, The Amazing Story of Superman" where both Miles Millar and Alfred Gough said they wanted Annette for the role of Martha Kent badly and praised her so much because she knew alot about the Superman lore and of course was Lana Lang in Superman III.
Wow just looked that video up. Didn't even know they had another actress!
Michael being all alone even when he was married just proves how our soulmate is someone who is our best friend and how we can waste our time with someone who isn't made for you. Annette and Michael being best friends before they got together is so sweet, one of the greatest building blocks of an amazing relationship. They were there for each other. They loved each others soul and respected on another, and they knew and understood each others work and careers. True partnership, and they have a lot of fun and laughs. Seeing people find love later in life is so sweet, they found it in their late 40s/early 50s! They were meant to be! they are so at ease with one another. I love their love story.
soulmates is a fairy tale concept
We ’ve been able to realize that you have a lot of affection for each other. Annette plays Martha with so much truth and the Kent are love and light against the darkness, coldness, and the lovelessness of the Luthor. The episode with her husband is funny and made me laugh a lot.
She is a lovely person and this episode was a real joy, thank you so much Michael 👍💘💙💙💙💙
This has been one of my favorite interviews. Annette O'toole is so real and engaging.
Damn. What a great episode. Really loved hearing her stories. Didn’t realise how extensive her career was. As she was talking I was imdb-ing everything and just being in awe. Loved it. Keep on keepin on withthe awesome eps.
From Copacabana to Superman III, Annette has been one of my favorite actresses of all time. Working with some amazing co-stars over the years (from Barry Manilow to Christopher Reeve) and showcasing her incredible acting talents with her dozens and dozens of various roles - this interview shows her sweet, kind hearted, intelligent and what a beautiful person she really is. Michael this was one excellent interview and I only have one complaint- it was too short! This could have easily been a two- patter! Thank you Annette! We love you! Thank you Michael and Ryan! Bravo!
I was watching and episode of Smallville and my GF was like "Hey she's in Virgin River!" Her favorite show.
Annette O' Toole from Superman III as Lana Lang, Smallville as Martha Kent (just brought gravitas to the role and brought the mom qualities beautifully), the short lived The Hunter sequel to Steve McQueen's The Hunter which I loved and wish they had continued the series because it was really good. Just seeing the legacy continue on with the wife and daughter and James Remar playing the love interest was great.
Oh my gosh, I absolutely love Annette! She has always struck me me as so lovely and charming. Very down to Earth, grounded and humble. Such a sweetheart. Her legacy stuntcasting as Martha Kent in Smallville, from previously being Lana Lang in Superman 3 was a stroke of genius. And it was neat that Al and Miles (Smallville creators) didn't know this when they initially cast her as she has stated previously. She always had the most heartfelt lines in many of the most heartwarming moments throughout the Smallville series. She was always so perfect as Martha. Brought such warmth and love and made you believe in the great values instilled in Clark. Also, her combination with John Scneider as Jonathan was also perfect and helped to see that. I always love how she does not come off at all like a Hollywood actress and just has this simple humble and graceful elegance to her. Also it's neat that Michael McKean was in Smallville as Perry White, the future editor of the Daily Planet. Such a neat touch. Along with just being so warm and kind. She really is a treasure.
I love hearing Annette talk about Christopher Reeve. He was born to play Superman and he embodied the character in and out of the costume.
When Welling sees this, just imagine him screeming: SAVE MARTHA! But jokes aside, Annette is lovely.
Loved her in Smallville and Superman III. She is a very beautiful and nice person!
Excited for this one. I loved how she played Martha Kent.
Such a nice surprise to see Annette on this weeks episode, and one of the last main Smallville actors to finally appear on the podcast. A fun episode and Annette seems to be a charming person with a lot of entertaining stories. It's a shame Martha Kent was underutilised on the show but that Jonathan got more screen time. A lot of Annette's scenes ended up as deleted scenes in the later seasons so I don't blame her for wanting to have more time with her family.
A brilliant casting decision having her husband play Perry White, and Michael is my favourite Perry.
I wish current world events hadn't prevented a full cast get together/interviews for Smallville's 20th anniversary. There were plenty of great interviews but it would have been better if the likes of Annette and Erica Durance etc were included. Smallville needs more recognition as a phenomenal show that not only paved the way for modern day superhero shows but how Superman and his mythology should be explored. There's a reason why so many Smallville actors are still ranked the best/one-of-the-best portrayals of the characters they played.
Omg. I am putting aside some time later tonight to watch this from start to finish with NO interruptions. Your channel is incredible. I actually get emotional at times watching your channel. Your guests, and you all sharing. The memories of watching the shows your guests were in. Great stuff. Thank you♥♥♥♥
This might be one of my favorite episodes. Really a cool, fun interview. Keep up the great work.
Love the podcast! This was such a treat this week!!! 🥰
Just finished watching Michael with Annette O’Toole and love seeing them together on screen again. I remember the “Cat People” movie, was one of my favourites growing up, the VCR tape wore out from pausing to pool scene. It got me hooked on sci-fi and horror genre movies, the whole cast was great. I loved seeing her on Smallville but was bit sad when Martha Kent became a successful politician and stayed away from the show so much. Clarke still needed his mom’s support…
Thanks Michael and I’m going to watch for a James Remar interview.
I first saw Annette in Superman III and then the mini series of Stephen King's IT. Great actress.
This week’s episode is delightful. Annette definitely opened up and had so many great stories. I learned so much about her. I did not realize that she was a songwriter. Each episode gets better and better.
Thank you for another great episode!!!!
Yes! This one is long overdue! Love to see Mama Kent interviewed! And Michael McKean was an unsung fantastic Perry White!
I really enjoyed this episode, I was kinda hoping she would be a guest on the show and when I found out she was I couldn’t wait to listen to her. She’s a very talented actor and she seems like such a sweet person. I’m was so happy to hear that her marriage was doing so well. I love hearing beautiful love stories from people cuz it gives me hope. I’m a bit of an empath, so I genuinely get a sense of joy when things are going well for someone in any aspect of their life. By the way Rosey, I really like the bond that you and Ryan have, you guys work so great together. And even though we don’t get to see Jason I just want to say he’s doing a tremendous job. Love you guys, from the bottom of my ♥️,
Andy T.
What an amazing woman! I remember her so well from Nash Bridges and Smallville both. Just a beautiful soul
Thanks Michael for the great interview! Anette's very down-to-Earth for an actress, very chill, and the fame clearly didn't get to her head. Awesome that you guys still keep in touch.
I’m so excited you’re talking to Annette O’Toole this time!!
Annette is such a pleasure to watch. I love her. It's so nice seeing her doing so well. Makes me smile and feel very happy.
Thank you very much for this interview. I watched Virgin River series after that. It's so heartwarming. I really loved her character Hope. Annette O'Toole is a brilliant actress.
Annette O'Toole is basically my contemporary, & I've always been aware of her career. For instance, I'm someone who saw "Cat People" when it first came out. I find the story of her life's trajectory so far fascinating & I love how open, forthcoming and lovely she was, rolling with the questions and conversation here. I have to say I get a Jessica Tandy vibe off her - not JT in her "Driving Miss Daisy" years but the time around "The Birds". I think if anyone ever does a project about Jessica Tandy , or that she figures into as a character, Annette would be inspired casting! Good show!
I love Annette O'Toole! Thank you for having her on!
Another awesome episode...Time just flew by and I feel really good now...Thank you and God Bless!!!!
She is so cool! She is what got me watching Virgin River.Another great interview!
I remember her in Dead by Sunset many years ago. She is always so beautiful and genuine. She is believable and calm and lovely. She doesn't give a reason to roll your eyes at Hollywood.
I'm so glad that Annette is finally on Michael's podcast.It was about time to bring her in.Great actress and such a warm hearted person.I loved Annette and John Schneider in Smallville.Such a big part of the show...Actually i love everything about Smallville.And of course big fan of Inside of you...Keep up the good work Michael😉
Love your podcast Michael! I'm always waiting to watch. Keep going with the good work! :D
That was a lovely conversation. ❤️❤️❤️ What a full and wonderful life and beautiful soul. 🥰 Thank you. 🙏
Another great podcast Michael that I’m really enjoying and I love Annette O’Toole. Can’t wait to see you in Perth later this month.
Ahhhhh!!! I’ve been waiting for this episode!!! Annette’s the best ❤️
I have been hoping you'd have Annette O'Toole on here. Yay! :)
Thanks for this video Michael.
It's very nice to see the charming Annette O'Toole.
Peace to your home.
From Kaliningrad (Russia) regards.
Annette O Toole is pure talent. A wonderful interview Michael. I love this podcast.
As always, thank you again, Michael, for a great podcast. Good luck with your album.
Michael always gets some great guests on this show and I need to start making more time for this show. Favorite podcast. I love Annette O'Toole also.
These are banging podcasts and interviews Michael. Great work man....
YES!!!! Annette! What a great podcast so far, I'm not far into it yet. I wish I could be a Patron but I have Lupus and am disabled but I always talk about your channel to my friends.
Wait, that clip of the new song was insane! I need to hear more 😮
Was wondering when you'd be able to get her on, excited to hear her stories. Happy Tuesday.
I love ur podcasts soooo much, ur dynamic with each guest is great
I remember as a young man heading to downtown Montreal with a friend to see a movie. We were standing outside a multiplex cinema when I spotted the poster for One On One which featured Annette O'Toole, and I said to my friend, "I don't know what you're going to see, but I'm going to this movie." I've been a fan ever since.
She was my crush in the late 70's, early 80's. One on One, Cat people, Cross My Heart. The perfect combination of cute AND sexy.
She’s fantastic. Loved her on Smallville and Virgin River.
I loved Annette on Smallville; she made a great Martha Kent. I especially liked her scenes with both Michael and John Glover; they played off each other perfectly. Thanks so much for posting this interview.
Annette!!!!! Loved watching this episode. Now youve had the whole Kent family on. Cant wait to see what other guest come on
Annette is the best Martha Kent there has ever been. I have to be honest that her scenes were some of my favorite because she really anchored the family and gave Clark such support and love. And damn, even though I knew I shouldn’t trust Lionel, I was rooting for them to get together towards the end! Thank-you, Michael, for having her on your show. She is so right that even though it doesn’t feel like it in the moment, being on Smallville really made a positive impact on many people’s lives, including mine. Thank-you for your work, Annette! (And thank-you for doing those commentary tracks back in the day for the DVD sets! I still watch them from time to time and always love hearing the stories of what it was like to film.)
This Is one of my all time favorite interviews !!! ❤️❤️ her!!
Thanks Michael! Just brightened my day 😊
Also, have you ever considered being a therapist?! People open up to you in such an intimate level...its a real skill to make people feel so comfortable they can tell you all sorts of private things
I agree. It's a great skill!
And, I said agree michael, I totally love your podcast and the fact that you brought 'Martha' on was the bomb. Michael sound like you hadn't watched Virgin River yet. I encourage you to do so it's somewhat like a soap opera and that is what it is but it's also incredibly amazing and Annette is not surprisingly spectacular
@@garymeise673 she's not surprisingly spectacular to me neither #sarcasm
I totally agree with you about Michael choosing to be a therapist 👍. He'd make an excellent therapist but he chose acting instead. Oh well. What are we supposed to do? I guess acting is his calling.
She's 40 years older than me but I've been crushing on Anette since Smallville season 1 lol 🤣 Queen 👌
The story she told about her first date was very beautiful. And knowing that Michael smokes weed and plays guitar makes him extra cool, he was also great on better call Saul en Good Omens.
I adore Annette! This was such a fantastic episode! I thoroughly enjoyed it!
Happy Tuesday Micheal! Thank you for bringing on Annette O'Toole. Loved her in Original Superman with Christopher Reeves and Stephan King's It.
I don't know but for some reason this episode today was the best from the overall series so far.
This was a fantastic interview -- and I had no idea she'd cowritten Kiss at the End of the Rainbow. That was such a perfect song for that scene, and they were absolutely right to play it straight.
Thanks, Rosey! Thanks, Ryan! Thanks, Annette! 💐
I know Annette, and she is one of the greatest people EVER. And also a genius, underrated actor. I love love love her to pieces.
The very first time i saw Annette O'Toole is in the movie Cat People. Her character was working in a zoo. Then Superman 3 as Lana Lang, then Smallville, Virgin River... What ever role she play, Annette O'Toole always makes me feel good inside. Something about her is just... unique. I just adore Annette!
She started dancing at three! Awesome! I go kicked out of dancing school when I was 3. Oh well. ..like I said delightful interview...Great episode.
Love this!! Im rewatching smallville in my 30's with my 3yr old lol
One word to describe you and this Annette interview.
Brilliant
WHOA a cast member besides Pete that hasn't been on this podcast yet, this one is legendary.
Allison Mack hasn't either lol
@@kennylevine1150 oh...right.
or justin hartley i’m waiting for that one
@@erica-cq7ns True.
Oh my Annette is such a lovely person. She is such a quality actress. Thank you Michael for another great show.
Wow, I've seen her in lots of tv and film, but wow she has been in so so many projects. So amazing.
Another great podcast, thanks! :-)
She's such a lovely person. Loved hearing bout her marriage, so sweet. :)
Such an amazing down to earth woman. Wish her best of luck
That was wonderful! ❤
She has one of the purest, most beautiful voices I've ever heard in my life.
Such a delightful conversation so far! Great flow and breadth of topics. Listening to you both ( who have very soothing and calm voices) is giving me a sense of peace and tranquillity. Wonderful way to start my day. Thank you🙏🏻. Have a great week everyone!
I know this pod is 9 months old but I just had to say it... Michael, what a beautiful interview! I loved it, it's definitely one of my favorites. And her love story, I got chills. Like who doesn't want that kind of magical story. This pod was a treat💜!
I started rewatching smallville because of this podcast love this podcast 🥰
Love hearing Michael and Annette discussing fun times on Smallville days!
So love Annette O'Toole, going to watch those shows starting this weekend.
She was in so much in the 70s and 80s always great seeing her thanks!
Annette is that kind of person who looks good no matter how age she is
Wow! I didn’t realize Annette was such a legend!!!! She’s worked with amazing people and done some incredible things in her career! I’m blown away ❤
She was in IT
Michael McKean was great as Perry White in that one episode he appeared in season 3 of Smallville. I wish they had brought him back for more episodes. I loved Michael McKean's guest spot in Batman Beyond where he voiced a character that's a reporter getting sneak peaks in the most unconventional pay possible to expose the secrets. I just loved how the show also talked about tabloid journalism.
He did come back for an episode in s9, toward the end of the season.
He was in Perry, and in Hostage.
Great interview Michael. Annette is a sweetheart.
Her voice. Always sound so soothing.
Shes such a classy actor. Just a classy lady.
Absolutely one of my fav all time.
And btw she looks fantastic too.