Jack Larson (Jimmy) and Noel Neill (Lois)talk behind the scenes Superman Part 1 of 9

The behind the scenes TV stories you wouldn’t have known - from the people who were there.
A few years back, the pop culture world lost two beloved icons from the golden age of television. Before there was Batman vs. Superman, before there was Supergirl, before there was Smallville, before there was Justice League and Lois and Clark and Superboy and Superman the Movie and even BATMAN - there was… The Adventures of Superman, starring George Reeves, which aired from 1952 through 1958 and, beginning around its third season, the first TV series - ever -to be produced in color!
Jack Larson was, for an entire generation, THE Jimmy Olsen - the intrepid cub-reporter/photographer, Superman’s Pal, - the guy who was always getting in trouble, relying on the man of steel to get him out of it.
And Noel Neill was Superman’s scrappy, wannabe girl-friend, the girl reporter Lois Lane.
Neill was 95 when she passed away in 2016. Jack Larson passed away in 2015.
In addition to playing Jimmy Olsen, Larson was a prolific playwright and well-loved in the theater world. Their final screen appearances, appropriately enough, were in 2006’s SUPERMAN RETURNS.
A while back, I had the pleasure of interviewing both Larson and Noel Neill about their experiences on the 1950’s Adventures of Superman series which starred George Reeves. In part one of 9, we talk about the early episodes, and working on the legendary sound stages that were part of Hollywood history. working at Hal Roach studios. Jack tells of his first day of shooting with George Reeves, shooting in color, working with Orson Welles' Citizen Kane crew. Lots of great movie trivia in this episode.
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[@davidanderson4876]

Noel Neill in this interview still had that beautiful, soothing voice she had in the TV series.

[@doonsbury9656]

2 very accomplished actors (Jack Larsen in particular displayed outstanding talent in his role as Jimmy Olsen) and 2 very nice people in real life. Actors of this caliber are rare....and people of this caliber are almost impossible to find in today's total self absorption society.

[@shakeyraware6147]

Rip beautiful angels

[@brianamosley2002]

RIP to them both 🕊🕊

[@davidgray8191]

I loved Superman. I would watch every Sunday at Grandma's house.

[@randysills4418]

It's too bad that the sound is so distorted...

[@carolki1315]

Love it I am such a big fan of the show and it’s so nice to hear the actors share their memories and their experience that mean no matter how many more Superman’s are going to be to be like one of the first to play these characters will always be

[@dontv3192]

Thanks for this upload.. Could anyone tell me when this interview was taped please?

[@PopGoesTheCultureTV]

2005

[@dontv3192]

@@PopGoesTheCultureTV Thank you for your speedy reply.. Much Appreciated

[@SOCORROSILVA-in7px]

I remember seeing every single episode of George Reeves playing the title role of Superman while Noel Neill had the role of Miss Lois Lane, who was Superman's girlfriend, was a reporter for the Daily Planet along side Clarke Kent. Happy New Years to all and may this year be the very best one for all. Please think positive at all times. ©® January 15, 2021 @ 3:05 pm ©®

[@PopGoesTheCultureTV]

Thanks for the kind words, SOCORRO SILVA. I appreciate all my viewer comments. Hope you've subscribed. What sorts of videos do you like best? David

[@Soffity]

Lois and Superman were never girlfriend and boy friend in the 1952 to 58 series. Superman was always rescuing Lois and Jimmy’s but there was never any romance between them. Just a lovely friendship and banter between the three with Perry White yelling at them all the time. I thought this was magical as a kid watching it on my local TV channel in Australia in the late 60’s. And now watching the DVDs in my 60’s it’s still magical, the effects are so early and crude as to be laughsble but I still enjoy the episodes very much today in 2024. RIP the whole cast , Did George really shoot himself, I doubt it but that is just me. Why would he want to take his life. Maybe one day we will know the real truth. I hope so.

[@kimwestwood8840]

ouch audio not good my friend

[@stever1791]

I watch every Sunday from 11:00 to 1:00 . Great shows and enjoyable to watch

[@mistergrandpasbakery9941]

Wow! This was great!! The only classic television souvenir I've ever wanted was Roddy McDowell's Bookworm suit from Batman!

[@chrisjeffries2322]

I would watch the show as a kid and still look at it today. The RKO/ MGM back lot where the Gone with the wind set and train station was, that train and station was also used for the 1959 Some like it Hot movie with Marilyn dodging the steam from the train.

[@brianmckernan1288]

Love your report, but it's incorrect to say " 'The Adventures of Superman' AIRED from 1952 to 1958." It's still being aired (or "telecast" on at least one cable network) to this day. It was PRODUCED from 1951 to 1957. During the 1960's it was the most popular syndicated series on TV, and was broadcast on scores of TV stations across North America (and around the world).

[@jamesdouglas994]

Wrong about being the first series produced in color. The first was the Cisco Kid.

[@PopGoesTheCultureTV]

You have a good eye for detail, James Douglas! You'll give me a good run for my money as a pop culture trivia expert for sure. Are you a subscriber yet? David

[@RayPointerChannel]

Actually, SUPERMAN was NOT the first television series produced in color. THE CISCO KID preceded it and was one of the first.

[@SOCORROSILVA-in7px]

At approximately 1:38 is how I do remember seeing Superman, Mr Olson, Miss Lane and Mr White on television. Please do paste only positive comments over here. January 15, 2021 @ 3:10 pm ©®

[@tiffsaver]

Did Jack Larson ever comment on Christopher Reeve's performance as Superman??

[@Monkofmagnesia]

What was the atmosphere like on the Superman set? Like other sets. Oxygen and nitrogen. Why do you ask?

[@MikeMike-jg2ue]

Larson was such a put