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The Flash 2014

“The fastest man alive.”

★ 7.8/10 · 11,676 votes TV-14 DramaSci-Fi & Fantasy 9 seasons · 184 eps Ended
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What is The Flash?

The Flash is an American superhero television series that aired on The CW from 2014 to 2023. Developed by Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg, and Geoff Johns, the program was produced in association with DC Entertainment and the creative team behind the series Arrow.

Type
TV series
Year
2014
Status
Ended
Episodes
184
First aired
Oct 7, 2014
Last aired
May 24, 2023
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
The CW
Genres
Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
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The Flash is an American superhero television series that aired on The CW from 2014 to 2023. Developed by Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg, and Geoff Johns, the program was produced in association with DC Entertainment and the creative team behind the series Arrow. The show stars Grant Gustin as Barry Allen, a Central City police scientist who gains the power of super speed after being struck by lightning. Following a nine-month coma, Allen adopts the persona of The Flash, known as the Fastest Man Alive. He teams up with S.T.A.R. Labs to protect his city from various supervillains. The series features a recurring cast including Candice Patton, Danielle Panabaker, and Jesse L. Martin. Over the course of nine seasons, the drama follows Allen and his allies as they engage in high-speed adventures and battle threats to their world. The show is available for streaming on platforms including Netflix and Prime Video, and it is distinct from the 1990 television series of the same name.

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Should you watch it?

“A lightning-struck investigator gains super speed and becomes a hero protecting Central City from danger.”

Reasons to watch
  • spectacular special effects
  • colorful hero ensemble
Keep in mind
  • requires commitment to a multi-season narrative

Watch it if you enjoy high-speed superhero dramas featuring a dedicated team of crime fighters.

This is a superhero drama featuring action sequences and conflict with supervillains.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 23 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 23 episodes
Season 3 · 23 episodes
Season 4 · 23 episodes
Season 5 · 22 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Who created The Flash?

The series was developed by Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg, and Geoff Johns.

Who plays the main character?

Grant Gustin stars as Barry Allen, also known as The Flash.

What is the premise of the show?

After a lightning strike leaves him in a coma, Barry Allen discovers he has gained super speed.

Where is the show set?

The series takes place in Central City.

How many seasons were produced?

The series ran for nine seasons.