Superboy S2E9 — Programmed for Death
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Superboy•Season 2•Episode 9

Programmed for Death

6.1/10 · 46 votesDec 2, 1989

Ranked #23 of 26 in Season 2•−0.6 vs season avg

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Superboy must stop a robot that has reprogrammed itself to avenge the death of its creator by killing both Andy and his father.

Directed byDavid Nutter
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Gerard Christopher

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Stacy Haiduk

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Lana Lang

Ilan Mitchell-Smith

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Andy McAlister

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David Nutter

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Episode Summary

"Programmed for Death" is episode 9 of Superboy season 2. It scored 6.1/10 from 46 votes, ranking #23 of 26 episodes this season (season average 6.7). Directed by David Nutter, it aired on December 2, 1989.

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