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Show The Rerun: 2010s

The Flash

Forensic scientist Barry Allen is struck by lightning during a particle accelerator explosion and wakes up as the fastest man alive, protecting Central City with a team of friends.

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Forensic scientist Barry Allen is struck by lightning during a particle accelerator explosion and wakes up as the fastest man alive, protecting Central City with a team of friends.

Why watch Optimistic, earnest superhero storytelling that never forgot to have fun.

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Seasons & episodes

  1. Season 1 2014 · 23 episodes · The CW
  2. Season 2 2015 · 23 episodes · The CW
  3. Season 3 2016 · 23 episodes · The CW
  4. Season 4 2017 · 23 episodes · The CW
  5. Season 5 2018 · 22 episodes · The CW
  6. Season 6 2019 · 19 episodes · The CW
  7. Season 7 2021 · 18 episodes · The CW
  8. Season 8 2021 · 20 episodes · The CW
  9. Season 9 2023 · 13 episodes · The CW

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Quick answers

Where can I watch The Flash?
In the UK: NOW, ITVX and Apple TV (buy). In Canada: Netflix and Apple TV (buy). In the US: Netflix and Apple TV (buy). In Australia: HBO Max, Stan and Apple TV (buy).
What is The Flash about?
Forensic scientist Barry Allen is struck by lightning during a particle accelerator explosion and wakes up as the fastest man alive, protecting Central City with a team of friends.
Who is in the cast of The Flash?
The Flash stars Grant Gustin as Bartholomew Henry "Barry" Allen, Candice Patton as Iris Ann West-Allen, Danielle Panabaker as Caitlin Snow, Jesse L. Martin as Joe West and Carlos Valdés as Cisco Ramon.
When did The Flash start?
The Flash premiered on 7 October 2014 and ran until 2023, with 9 seasons.

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