Smallville (2001)

S03E05 Perry

Perry White, a former star reporter whose career was shattered by Lionel Luthor, comes to Smallville on the hunt for extraterrestrial tales for a sensationalist news program. Despite his frequent intoxication, Perry is convinced he has spotted Clark's incredible speed and concocts a reckless plan to reveal Clark's abilities. At the same time, Lex discovers that Perry possesses damning proof of Lionel's corrupt history.