Ep 5. I've Got a Crush on You

Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman season 1 episode 5, titled "I've Got a Crush on You," revolves around the appearance of a new villain named Mick Barrett, who is causing trouble in Metropolis. At the same time, both Lois and Clark have secret infatuations with other people, which adds to the drama of the episode.

The episode starts with a mysterious man creating havoc in Metropolis by committing minor crimes, such as stealing ladies' purses and knocking over street vendors' stands. At the Daily Planet, Lois and Clark are both intrigued by the new thief's actions and compete to be the first to uncover his identity and motives. Meanwhile, Lois reveals to Clark that she is attending a charity event that evening where she plans to flirt with a wealthy man named Verne Selkirk to get a story.

Clark, on the other hand, is hesitant to reveal his own crush on a mystery woman he has seen walking her dog every day. However, after a bit of encouragement from Lois, Clark decides to take the plunge and introduce himself to the woman, whose name is Amy Reed. The two hit it off and agree to a date later that week.

As the Daily Planet investigates the new thief and his actions, they eventually uncover his identity as Mick Barrett, a former employee at the Metropolis Gold Exchange who lost his job and is now seeking revenge on his former employer. Mick has a personal vendetta against his former boss, and he's not afraid to do whatever it takes to get his revenge.

As Mick's crimes escalate, Lois and Clark's personal lives interfere with their work. Lois's flirting with Verne Selkirk proves to be dangerous when Mick shows up at the charity event and threatens her. Meanwhile, Clark's date with Amy is interrupted when he has to race to save Verne from Mick's grasp.

The episode climaxes with a showdown between Superman and Mick, where Superman ultimately saves the day and arrests Mick. Afterward, Lois and Clark discuss their personal lives and the lessons they've learned from the episode. Lois admits that flirting with Verne Selkirk was a mistake and that she needs to focus on her work first. Clark, meanwhile, realizes that his interests in Amy are more superficial than he initially thought and decides to simply remain friends with her.

"I've Got a Crush on You" is a classic episode in the Lois & Clark series, as it balances drama, action, and humor while also delving into the personal lives of the main characters. The addition of the new villain, Mick Barrett, adds an extra layer of danger and excitement to the story, and the resolution ultimately teaches Lois and Clark valuable lessons about balancing work and personal interests. Overall, this episode is a must-watch for any Lois & Clark fan.