S1·E19 Who Is Harrison Wells?

Episode recap

The episode opens with Joe and Cisco departing Central City for Starling City, intent on uncovering the truth behind a long‑ago automobile collision involving Harrison Wells. Their destination is the crash site, a location that has remained largely untouched for fifteen years. Upon arrival they seek out Quentin Lance, a law‑enforcement officer in Starling City, requesting his assistance in probing the circumstances surrounding the accident. Together they examine the remnants of the wreckage, compare physical evidence, and discuss possible explanations for what transpired at the scene. Their collaboration is aimed at determining whether the incident was purely accidental or the result of external interference, and they pursue any leads that might clarify the events of that day.

Concurrently, the narrative follows Eddie, who finds himself implicated in a recent shooting. Evidence points to his involvement, yet the circumstances surrounding the crime are murky. The episode reveals that a shapeshifting metahuman, capable of assuming the appearance of anyone he touches, has deliberately framed Eddie. This ability allows the perpetrator to mimic Eddie’s likeness, thereby directing suspicion toward him. As the investigation unfolds, Eddie must contend with law‑enforcement scrutiny while seeking to prove his innocence. The metahuman’s capacity to alter his form creates confusion among witnesses and complicates the search for the true shooter.

The two storylines intersect as the team works to untangle the layered deceptions. While Joe and Cisco focus on historical evidence in Starling City, they remain aware of the present danger posed by the shapeshifter’s machinations. Their efforts to piece together the past accident are juxtaposed with the urgent need to exonerate Eddie and identify the individual exploiting the shapeshifting power. By the episode’s conclusion, both investigations have advanced: the inquiry into Harrison Wells’s crash has yielded new insights, and the pursuit of the metahuman responsible for framing Eddie continues, setting the stage for further resolution in subsequent episodes.