i'm surprised no one has mentioned Cat Grant's absence. She made each week a little more fun, at least for me. I liked how she alternatively built up and tore down Kara every week. And I miss Maxwell Lord, his portrayal as an ambiguous hero/villian is a loss to the show.
Loved the first episode. Tyler is a complete winner, and the best Superman since the late, great Christopher Reeve. Loved how friendly and confident he is as Supes and as Clark, as it should be. Melissa continues to shine as Kara, and Calista as Cat Grant is FINALLY allowed to act like a real...