Jonathan Kent (Dennis Fielder)

Jonathan Kent
Family	Nathaniel Kent (parental ancestor, deceased), Hiram Kent (father, deceased), Jessica Kent (mother, deceased), William Clark (father-in-law), Mary Clark (mother-in-law), Martha Kent (wife), Clark Kent (adopted son), Alexander Luthor/Conner Kent (adopted son), Lois Lane (daughter-in-law)
Occupation	Former farmer (Kent Farm) State Senator-elect (Kansas)
Powers and abilities	None
Weaknesses	Heart, temper.
Status	Dead (Reckoning)

Jonathan Kent as he appears in Smallville fan-fics.

Personality

Jonathan's personality is always preserved, though in AU fics, circumstances around him tend to change.

Powers and Abilities

Jonathan has no special abilities aside from his skills as a father. He does get powers from Jor-El to bring Clark home shortly after Lex Luthor's second wedding, but this leads to a weak heart that ends up killing him.

Weaknesses

Jonathan has a short fuse he slightly passed down to his son, and he also developed a weak heart during a short stint of having Kryptonian abilities that ended up killing him.

History

Conner Kent: Haunted

New Day

Clark visits his father in jail.

When Conner was upset over wanting to kill Dr. Polaris for hurting Martha, Clark told him how Jonathan had explained to him that while he knew all about losing his temper, Clark couldn't afford to, adding Conner to that point, helping Conner brighten up after saving Martha.

Conner Kent: Detective

New Day

Clark visits his father in jail.

When Conner was upset over wanting to kill Dr. Polaris for hurting Martha, Clark told him how Jonathan had explained to him that while he knew all about losing his temper, Clark couldn't afford to, adding Conner to that point, helping Conner brighten up after saving Martha.

Metropolis: Detective

Legends

Jonathan and Martha at Clark and Lois' wedding.

On the day of Clark and Lois' second attempt on a wedding, as Clark was at the aisle, waiting for Lois and Sam Lane to arrive, he looked over at Martha and pictured Jonathan sitting there happily with her.

Prelude

Clark and Jonathan talking in the Fortress.

When Clark was confused about how to act as a father, he took Jor-El's advice and thought about Jonathan, picturing him easily thanks to their close relationship with him saying how no one is ever fully ready to become a parent and that the first time Clark will see his child's face, all his worry will fade away, easing Clark's mind.

Lionel

Jonathan telling Clark to relax.

When Clark learned that his and Lois' son was growing at an accelerate rate due to his unique DNA mix, Clark got worried and worked up at the Fortress until he thought about Jonathan, picturing him telling Clark to calm down since he already had enough on his plate worrying about Omega City without worrying about something he had no control over.

Conner Kent: Guardian

New Day

Clark visits his father in jail.

When Conner was upset over wanting to kill Dr. Polaris for hurting Martha, Clark told him how Jonathan had explained to him that while he knew all about losing his temper, Clark couldn't afford to, adding Conner to that point, helping Conner brighten up after saving Martha.

Metropolis: Guardian

Legends

Jonathan and Martha at Clark and Lois' wedding.

On the day of Clark and Lois' second attempt on a wedding, as Clark was at the aisle, waiting for Lois and Sam Lane to arrive, he looked over at Martha and pictured Jonathan sitting there happily with her.

Prelude

Clark and Jonathan talking in the Fortress.

When Clark was confused about how to act as a father, he took Jor-El's advice and thought about Jonathan, picturing him easily thanks to their close relationship with him saying how no one is ever fully ready to become a parent and that the first time Clark will see his child's face, all his worry will fade away, easing Clark's mind.

Lionel

Jonathan telling Clark to relax.

When Clark learned that his and Lois' son was growing at an accelerate rate due to his unique DNA mix, Clark got worried and worked up at the Fortress until he thought about Jonathan, picturing him telling Clark to calm down since he already had enough on his plate worrying about Omega City without worrying about something he had no control over.

Conner Kent

New Day

Clark visits his father in jail.

When Conner was upset over wanting to kill Dr. Polaris for hurting Martha, Clark told him how Jonathan had explained to him that while he knew all about losing his temper, Clark couldn't afford to, adding Conner to that point, helping Conner brighten up after saving Martha.

Metropolis

Legends

Jonathan and Martha at Clark and Lois' wedding.

On the day of Clark and Lois' second attempt on a wedding, as Clark was at the aisle, waiting for Lois and Sam Lane to arrive, he looked over at Martha and pictured Jonathan sitting there happily with her.

Prelude

Clark and Jonathan talking in the Fortress.

When Clark was confused about how to act as a father, he took Jor-El's advice and thought about Jonathan, picturing him easily thanks to their close relationship with him saying how no one is ever fully ready to become a parent and that the first time Clark will see his child's face, all his worry will fade away, easing Clark's mind.

Lionel

Jonathan telling Clark to relax.

When Clark learned that his and Lois' son was growing at an accelerate rate due to his unique DNA mix, Clark got worried and worked up at the Fortress until he thought about Jonathan, picturing him telling Clark to calm down since he already had enough on his plate worrying about Omega City without worrying about something he had no control over.

Smallville: Swann

Crusade

Clark and Jonathan after meeting Dr. Swann.

Jonathan met Dr. Swann and learned that he was Jor-El. He then learns that Dr. Swann meant for Clark to be raised as a hero.

Sacred

Jonathan becomes friends with Dr. Swann.

Jonathan met up with Dr. Swann again as he explains that Clark is going to look for the Stone of Air in China. Jonathan reluctantly agreed to wait and talked with Dr. Swann about his family after shouting at him about his father, warming up to him. He also learned that Chloe knew Clark's secret and pointed out that the three of them trust her with it. Once Clark came back, Jonathan agreed that Dr. Swann should stay for dinner, becoming friends with Dr. Swann, he said that he was welcomed back anytime.

Commencement

Jonathan and Martha during the Meteor Shower.

On the day of Clark's graduation, they received word of another impending meteor shower, and Jonathan and Martha were forced to evacuate.

Arrival

Jonathan as he rebuilds the farm.

Jonathan managed to survive the second meteor shower with minor injuries, but Martha was more seriously hurt. Clark arrived to help Jonathan get Martha to the hospital. When Martha and Jonathan returned home, Clark announced that Jor-El had stripped him of his powers. Jonathan and Martha were shocked, but Clark maintained that he was glad to see them go.

Hidden

When Jonathan, Martha, and Virgil found out that Clark and Lana had begun a sexual relationship, he gave Clark a stern lecture on responsibility. However, the subject was forgotten when, that same day, Clark was shot by Gabriel Duncan. Clark died at the hospital, but was resurrected by Jor-El who was using Lionel as a vessel. With his powers restored, Clark saved the entire town again, and Jonathan told him that he was very proud. Jonathan asked if Jor-El wanted anything in return, but Clark denied this. Jonathan seemed skeptical, but he was, no doubt, so glad to see Clark alive again that he did not press the issue.

Solitude

Clark's deal with Jor-El was revealed when Martha contracted a strange Kryptonian illness. Clark admitted that Jor-El predicted that his life-force would be exchanged for one of his loved ones. Worried about Martha's deteriorating condition, Jonathan was angry that Clark had not told him and instructed him to handle the situation. However, the illness was caused by Professor Milton Fine; Clark defeated him, and Martha was cured. Jonathan approached Clark again and, in softer tones, advised him not to dwell on Jor-El's warning and live life to the fullest.

Christmas

On Christmas Eve, Jonathan met Dr. Swann's daughter, Patricia, who was also Clark's half-sister. As such, Jonathan welcomed her into the family. Jonathan and Martha then come down to the living room on Christmas morning. They then got a photo album from Clark and a digital copy of the Wall of Weird from Chloe.

Reckoning

Jonathan Kent's last moments.

On January 26, 2006, Jonathan defeated Lex in the election and won the race. They held an election party at the Talon in his honor. While the producers never revealed which party Jonathan Kent belonged to, he was a staunch advocate of farm subsidies. Unfortunately, this night, Jor-El's prediction came true. The night of the election, Jonathan received a phone call asking for a meeting at the barn, and he left the party to meet the caller. Newly engaged to Clark, Lana was killed in a car accident. Clark was devastated, and Jonathan drove by the scene and stopped to comfort him. Clark begged Jor-El to reverse time so he could prevent Lana's death. In the altered turn of events, Jonathan met the caller: Lionel. Lionel asked for a partnership in his term, and showed Jonathan a photograph of Clark emerging unscathed from an explosion. Jonathan reacted with anger and declared that the Luthors would not ruin his family. He beat Lionel up in a rage, and told him to stay away from them. Martha and Clark arrived home to find Jonathan staggering out of the barn. He collapsed into his family's arms, and died that night. The entire town of Smallville attended Jonathan's funeral, including both Luthors. Clark confessed to Martha that he blamed himself, but she tried to assure him that there was nothing he could do.

Justice

Jonathan's words of comfort to Clark helped Clark deal with the shells of Bizarro's possession, which were being held in Level 33.1.

Apocalypse

Earth-3's Kent Family.

In an alternate universe where Clark never arrived on Earth, Jonathan was alive and still lived on the farm with Martha. They had an adopted son, who they have also called "Clark." When Clark was wondering whether or not to return to his world, he remember how Jonathan told him that he was a symbol of peace and justice, leading to his decision to go back.

Smallville: The Last Family of Krypton

Crusade

Clark and Jonathan after meeting Dr. Swann.

Jonathan met Dr. Swann and Bridgette and learned that they were Jor-El and Lara. He then learns that Dr. Swann and Bridgette meant for Clark to be raised as a hero.

Transference

Jonathan comforts Bridgette.

Jonathan was approached by Martha and Bridgette about the two switching places so Bridgette could get to know Clark, and he agreed as long as it was just for a day.  Once they switch and Martha hugs Clark, Jonathan confirms to Clark that it's Bridgette when he suspects, but he plays along anyway, with Jonathan even lying for Bridgette's sake. He then comforts her by saying that Clark wants to know Bridgette as much as she wants to know him. She agrees, and switches back with Martha before talking to Clark.

Sacred

Jonathan becomes friends with Dr. Swann.

Jonathan met up with Dr. Swann and Bridgette again as they explain that Clark is going to look for the Stone of Air in China. Jonathan reluctantly agreed to wait and talked with Dr. Swann about his family after shouting at him about his father, warming up to him. He also learned that Chloe knew Clark's secret and pointed out that the three of them trust her with it. Once Clark came back, Jonathan agreed that Dr. Swann should stay for dinner, becoming friends with Dr. Swann, he said that he was welcomed back anytime.

Commencement

Jonathan and Martha during the Meteor Shower.

On the day of Clark's graduation, they received word of another impending meteor shower, and Jonathan and Martha were forced to evacuate.

Arrival

Jonathan as he rebuilds the farm.

Jonathan managed to survive the second meteor shower with minor injuries, but Martha was more seriously hurt. Clark arrived to help Jonathan get Martha to the hospital. When Martha and Jonathan returned home, Clark announced that Jor-El had stripped him of his powers. Jonathan and Martha were shocked, but Clark maintained that he was glad to see them go.

Hidden

When Jonathan, Martha, and Virgil found out that Clark and Lana had begun a sexual relationship, he gave Clark a stern lecture on responsibility. However, the subject was forgotten when, that same day, Clark was shot by Gabriel Duncan. Clark died at the hospital, but was resurrected by Jor-El who was using Lionel as a vessel. With his powers restored, Clark saved the entire town again, and Jonathan told him that he was very proud. Jonathan asked if Jor-El wanted anything in return, but Clark denied this. Jonathan seemed skeptical, but he was, no doubt, so glad to see Clark alive again that he did not press the issue.

Solitude

Clark's deal with Jor-El was revealed when Martha contracted a strange Kryptonian illness. Clark admitted that Jor-El predicted that his life-force would be exchanged for one of his loved ones. Worried about Martha's deteriorating condition, Jonathan was angry that Clark had not told him and instructed him to handle the situation. However, the illness was caused by Professor Milton Fine; Clark defeated him, and Martha was cured. Jonathan approached Clark again and, in softer tones, advised him not to dwell on Jor-El's warning and live life to the fullest.

Christmas

On Christmas Eve, Jonathan met Dr. Swann and Bridgette's daughter, Patricia, who was also Clark's sister. As such, Jonathan welcomed her into the family. Jonathan and Martha then come down to the living room on Christmas morning. They then got a photo album from Clark and a digital copy of the Wall of Weird from Chloe.

Reckoning

Jonathan Kent's last moments.

On January 26, 2006, Jonathan defeated Lex in the election and won the race. They held an election party at the Talon in his honor. While the producers never revealed which party Jonathan Kent belonged to, he was a staunch advocate of farm subsidies. Unfortunately, this night, Jor-El's prediction came true. The night of the election, Jonathan received a phone call asking for a meeting at the barn, and he left the party to meet the caller. Newly engaged to Clark, Lana was killed in a car accident. Clark was devastated, and Jonathan drove by the scene and stopped to comfort him. Clark begged Jor-El to reverse time so he could prevent Lana's death. In the altered turn of events, Jonathan met the caller: Lionel. Lionel asked for a partnership in his term, and showed Jonathan a photograph of Clark emerging unscathed from an explosion. Jonathan reacted with anger and declared that the Luthors would not ruin his family. He beat Lionel up in a rage, and told him to stay away from them. Martha and Clark arrived home to find Jonathan staggering out of the barn. He collapsed into his family's arms, and died that night. The entire town of Smallville attended Jonathan's funeral, including both Luthors. Clark confessed to Martha that he blamed himself, but she tried to assure him that there was nothing he could do.

Vengeance

After retrieving Jonathan's watch from a thief named Snake, Clark joins Martha in a home movie of Jonathan teaching Clark how to drive a tractor with Jonathan calling Clark a "man of steel" and ending with Jonathan telling Clark to wave good-bye to Martha as they went to look at the southern fields. Once the tape ended, the two embraced as Clark finally let his father's death sink in.

Justice

Jonathan's words of comfort to Clark helped Clark deal with the shells of Bizarro's possession, which were being held in Level 33.1.

Apocalypse

Earth-3's Kent Family.

In an alternate universe where Clark never arrived on Earth, Jonathan was alive and still lived on the farm with Martha. They had an adopted son, who they have also called "Clark." When Clark was wondering whether or not to return to his world, he remember how Jonathan told him that he was a symbol of peace and justice, leading to his decision to go back.

Smallville: Wayne

Velocity

Jonathan recovers from his heart attack.

Jonathan got a heart attack and pulled through with financial help from Lex. Jonathan then later met Bruce Wayne, having revealed himself, with Bruce explaining why he's there.

Resurrection

Jonathan then met Chad North and heard him talk about Bruce. He then told Clark, fearing Chad might cause trouble.

Sacred

Jonathan becomes friends with Dr. Swann.

Jonathan met up with Dr. Swann and Bridgette again as they explain that Clark is going to look for the Stone of Air in China. Jonathan reluctantly agreed to wait and talked with Dr. Swann about his family after shouting at him about his father, warming up to him. Once Clark came back, Jonathan agreed that Dr. Swann should stay for dinner, becoming friends with Dr. Swann, he said that he was welcomed back anytime.

Commencement

Jonathan and Martha during the Meteor Shower.

On the day of Clark's graduation, they received word of another impending meteor shower, and Jonathan and Martha were forced to evacuate.

Smallville: Luthor

Pilot

Jonathan took Clark home after he saved Lex and Tess Luthor from a car accident.

Metamorphosis

Jonathan later sets up a booth for their produce at a fair, congratulating Whitney Fordman on the great game the previous day.

Hothead

When Clark decided to join the football team, Jonathan was concerned that Clark would hurt other players, but Clark insisted that he had his super-strength under control. Jonathan's point was proven when Clark made a super-powered leap over another player during practice. Fortunately, they reconciled when Clark quit the football team.

X-Ray

When Tess appeared to have robbed a bank, Jonathan was unsure whether or not it was true, though he did point out that Clark saw Tess do it with his own eyes. When Lex and Tess arrived, Jonathan went out to work on the farm to avoid any awkwardness.

Smallville: A Mother's Love, a Father's Strength

Pilot

Jonathan took Clark home after he saved Lex from a car accident.

Metamorphosis

Jonathan later sets up a booth for their produce at a fair, congratulating Whitney Fordman on the great game the previous day. He also talked to Lillian about Clark and Lex's friendship, learning how Lex saved Clark after Whitney strung him up in a field. Jonathan then talked to Clark about the incident and learned how Meteor Rocks can harm Clark. He then agrees to let Clark have the truck Lex gave him as long as he remembers that he shouldn't expect rewards every time he helps someone. Also, Jonathan learns that Clark woke up floating that morning and encourages him to have faith in things turning out alright.

Hothead

When Clark decided to join the football team, Jonathan was concerned that Clark would hurt other players, but Clark insisted that he had his super-strength under control. Jonathan's point was proven when Clark made a super-powered leap over another player during practice. Fortunately, they reconciled when Clark quit the football team.

X-Ray

When Lex appeared to have robbed a bank, Jonathan was unsure whether or not it was true, though he did point out that Clark saw Lex do it with his own eyes. When Lex and Lillian arrived, Jonathan went out to work on the farm to avoid any awkwardness.

Cool

The Kent Farm was plagued with long-standing financial difficulties, but Jonathan refused to accept Lex's advice or financial help, saying he did not want to owe the Luthors anything ever again.

Jitters

The Kents reunite after the incident with Earl.

Jonathan arrives at LuthorCorp when he and Martha's old friend, Earl Jenkins, takes Clark's class hostage, demanding to be taken to Level Three. Jonathan explained the situation to Lex before he meets Lionel Luthor again when he arrives. Jonathan then prepares to go in to talk to Earl when Lionel refuses, but Lex stops him. When the safety doors closed because of rising methane levels, Jonathan realizes Clark is still inside. Once Clark manages to stop the gas leak and get Lex and Earl out, Martha hugs Clark with Jonathan.

Hug

He encountered Bob Rickman, who could control people's will with a handshake, and found himself inexplicably selling the farm, but was able to get the contract voided.

Leech

Martha and Jonathan fret over Clark when he is injured without his powers.

When Clark's powers were transferred to Eric Summers, Jonathan tried to help him adjust to being normal, but ultimately encouraged Clark to go get them back when Eric began wreaking havoc.

Zero

When Jude Royce dropped toxic barrels on the Kents' grazing land, Jonathan refused Lex's help, stating that there are some problems that money can't make go away.