7.143 minSeason 9 • Episode 13
LatestThe Flash, the fastest man alive, is tasked with his greatest challenge yet, to save the timeline and save existence. Friends old and new gather for an epic battle to save Central City, one last time.
After being struck by lightning, CSI investigator Barry Allen awakens from a nine-month coma to discover he has been granted the gift of super speed. Teaming up with S.T.A.R. Labs, Barry takes on the persona of The Flash, the Fastest Man Alive, to protect his city.
Acting
Grant Gustin's earnest charm carries increasingly absurd material with genuine heart.
Production
CW budget magic: somehow making superspeed look good on network dollars.
Writing
Crossover events that actually reward loyal Arrowverse viewers.
Creators
Geoff Johns, Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Grant Gustin was originally cast for just three Arrow episodes; fan response was so explosive they built an entire universe around him.
The Flash basically kept the CW alive for nine years and spawned an entire interconnected TV universe—Arrowverse stans still haven't recovered.
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