The Flash (2014)

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 806 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 650 out of 806
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  1. CLUTCH
    Jun 21, 2015
    6
    It's a guilty pleasure. It's ham and cheese. The writing is pretty terrible and the acting is corny, yet I keep watching...Most of the villains are hamming it up to the point where they are genuinely cringe worthy.

    There are multiple times when the Flash's abilities are just ignored so that the writers can justify their lazy writing and make things happen. Multiple times when the police    It's a guilty pleasure. It's ham and cheese. The writing is pretty terrible and the acting is corny, yet I keep watching...Most of the villains are hamming it up to the point where they are genuinely cringe worthy.

    There are multiple times when the Flash's abilities are just ignored so that the writers can justify their lazy writing and make things happen. Multiple times when the police could easily have shot and killed villains, but for some reason sat around and did nothing, I guess to give the Flash something to do.

    I haven't watched Arrow yet, but it looks even worse and I am not sure that I can tolerate it. This isn't a terrible show, but it is definitely not as good as the critic and user reviews seem to think it is.    … Expand
  2. JamesIrish68
    Mar 11, 2015
    5
    I started watching because of the episode crossover with Arrow, A show I really enjoy. Its no where near as good as Arrow..Its not terrible..Its not great..

    Doctor Wells and Iris are the only noticeable strongish characters and might make the leap to the Arrow if this show is relegated down the pecking order. Its primarily aimed at a very young audience and not at people of my age    I started watching because of the episode crossover with Arrow, A show I really enjoy. Its no where near as good as Arrow..Its not terrible..Its not great..

    Doctor Wells and Iris are the only noticeable strongish characters and might make the leap to the Arrow if this show is relegated down the pecking order. Its primarily aimed at a very young audience and not at people of my age group to be fair. And with so much more quality out there, I think at the Episode 5 crossover I'm done.    … Expand
  3. boubadiop
    Feb 19, 2015
    5
    Some strange reason I enjoy this.

    Its cheesy, predictable and the jokes in it are awful but I continue to watch the series. People who enjoy really serious series I advise don't watch this as its basically a children's show.

    In the end we all know the flash will eventually slam Iris and overcome his arch nemesis but may as well watch it anyway
  4. Viperspider
    Mar 8, 2015
    4
    It's okay.

    The episodes aren't that interesting at all, and some of the supporting cast (Cisco and that scientist girl) are pretty bad actors, but the girl is definitely the worst of the 2. She's so forgettable that I don't even remember her name and I literally just finished watching episode 9. Barry and his dad are pretty good actors though. Honestly, I wouldn't recommend this.    It's okay.

    The episodes aren't that interesting at all, and some of the supporting cast (Cisco and that scientist girl) are pretty bad actors, but the girl is definitely the worst of the 2. She's so forgettable that I don't even remember her name and I literally just finished watching episode 9. Barry and his dad are pretty good actors though.

    Honestly, I wouldn't recommend this. Arrow is far more interesting and is just better in all areas.    … Expand
  5. Classwabbit
    Apr 7, 2015
    6
    A charming lead is a great beginning, and the Flash has charm - young, nerdy, awkward charm that we've seen a hundred times before, but charm nonetheless. Compare that to broody Gordon on Gotham, or the angsty McCall on Teen Wolf (thank god for Stiles, am I right?), and it just feels easier to deal with after a long day. It does seem that the trick to longevity and an active fanbase isA charming lead is a great beginning, and the Flash has charm - young, nerdy, awkward charm that we've seen a hundred times before, but charm nonetheless. Compare that to broody Gordon on Gotham, or the angsty McCall on Teen Wolf (thank god for Stiles, am I right?), and it just feels easier to deal with after a long day. It does seem that the trick to longevity and an active fanbase is tongue-in-cheek fun with emotionality mostly relegated to the serious talks peppered throughout episodes. I'd much rather curl up with an episode of Sleepy Hollow than the doomed and far too serious Dracula. If the show's premise is ridiculous do not make it without awareness of this fact.

    The Flash does have more than its share of emotional talks about what characters want, feel and have to do, but because most of the characters are young their passions are allowed to get the best of them. Barry Allen, aka The Flash, looks way too young to be apparently the only CSI for Central City, but once you force yourself to get past the in-world oddities, the show has a lot of potential.

    The characters are all sympathetic and none of them, about six episodes in, feel completely superfluous or needlessly annoying. Sure, the Flash's "gang" is excruciatingly forced, but again you have to get past the set-ups to get to the meat of the show. The central mystery is far more interesting than anticipated (but then I am biased towards time-travel related everything). The meta-human of the week (which is what the show calls those who received powers like the Flash) are mostly fleshed out enough despite the shortness of episodes. Every meta-human so far has gotten motivation and interesting powers.

    There is also the potential for real drama, mostly seen in Allen's conflict between his step-father and the daughter. While I hate the "I can't tell you because I have to keep you safe" nonsense, the demand for secrecy comes from the father, and there are actual threats so it doesn't feel as bad as other superheros' reasoning (coughspidermancough). This conflict, and its ties to the mystery, are what keep me coming back for more.

    While the "gang" needs more work on chemistry and the show needs better writing, The Flash has a lot going for it, and if the charming easy-going style can continue to be balanced with the emotional talks, I would like to see the Flash go up against some bigger foes.

    As a side-note: the effects aren't great, but if you're used to a lot of British tv like I am, you'll forgive them a lot, especially if you've just marathoned some Merlin or 2005-era Dr Who.    … Expand
  6. chidime
    Nov 15, 2015
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Flash.... A show made for kids (or people with the analytical/observational skills of a kid.). This show has one of the best storylines i have seen on TV in recent times (It actually reminded me both of Lost and X-Files). However, so many elements bring this show to its bleeding knees.
    1. Too many inconsistencies: Sometimes Flash is a superhero who can do crazy powerful things with his abilities, other times, he is a stupid wimp who can't think. Also, so many inconsistensies with the time travel stroyline (if Eobard was erased, why werent his actions erased, when Flash travelled back the first time there was still one flash, etc)

    2. Same old Routine/Predictability: The season was basically Flash fighting a Monster of the Week, losing, then regrouping and almost losing before he musters some strange force-of-willpower and defeats bad guy. There was never truly any fear that he was in any sort of danger.

    3. So many people randomly popping into places to complete sentences at just the right time. Using this once or twice when appropriate is fine and even sometimes could heighten suspense/mystique but this show overused and abused it thoroughly. Also, doesn't STAR labs have any sort of security. Seemed like people could just walk in without any hassle.

    Overall, it was hard ti take the show as seriously as I wanted to because at every turn, I felt like my cognitive capacities were being taken for granted by the writers. As they say, to whom a great story has been given, a greater show is expected. Certainly wasn't the case with these assclowns.    … Expand
  7. YahBoiG
    Jul 24, 2015
    10
    Season 1 was phenomenal! I loved how we learned more about the character in every episode! "The Flash" had tons of action, comedy and romantic moments. I loved the Green Arrow cameos as well! Super excited for season 2!
  8. Bagel765
    Oct 16, 2016
    10
    The Flash is probably the best show that I've ever watched and is a masterpiece showing the complex life of a superhero. The audience will get to see Barry Allen dealing with life's challenges along with the hard life of a crimefighting speedster.
  9. Gamereview
    Nov 27, 2014
    6
    not something you d be inclined to follow, it's good sometime but really watered down otherwise...it's a show you d keep at the bottom of your entertainment list - after you re done watching your favorites, and done walking the dog, and perhaps done a lap of yoga, you find yourself saying "hmm...I ve nothing to do, i ll watch The Flash, (maybe)" - it's that kind of a show, not bad, butnot something you d be inclined to follow, it's good sometime but really watered down otherwise...it's a show you d keep at the bottom of your entertainment list - after you re done watching your favorites, and done walking the dog, and perhaps done a lap of yoga, you find yourself saying "hmm...I ve nothing to do, i ll watch The Flash, (maybe)" - it's that kind of a show, not bad, but that kind of a show...… Expand
  10. dgauss
    Dec 15, 2014
    6
    Maybe its corniness of DC comics, maybe its because the flash wasn't one of my hero but this one was hard to get into for me. While I can't say the show is bad, the fight scenes can be fun, there isn't really much to keep me going in between. The characters haven't sold me, the casting wasn't spectacular. I am not sure I even care about the flash at all. It really feels like they areMaybe its corniness of DC comics, maybe its because the flash wasn't one of my hero but this one was hard to get into for me. While I can't say the show is bad, the fight scenes can be fun, there isn't really much to keep me going in between. The characters haven't sold me, the casting wasn't spectacular. I am not sure I even care about the flash at all. It really feels like they are trying to put marvel-esque real world problems on super heroes that never really had them in the past.

    With so much other stuff on right now its really hard to put this on top or even worth watching outside of something to do when bored. Not terrible just not great either.    … Expand
  11. papeadojhon
    Dec 17, 2014
    6
    The Flash hace un intento en convertirse en algo grande, pero lamentablemente solo logra convertir un grande clásico en una historia llena de clichés y predecible. Aunque si bien su intento es fallido, aún puede ser un poco entretenida.
  12. jennt23
    Oct 8, 2014
    7
    All in all, the show is, honestly, rife with cliches that borrow heavily from other superhero-oriented shows. The main character's life is rife with easily mined personal tragedy, the woman he's clearly in love with is oblivious to this and the only one who doesn't know his superhero identity, and the slightly too charismatic scientist predictably has confusing secret motivations that mayAll in all, the show is, honestly, rife with cliches that borrow heavily from other superhero-oriented shows. The main character's life is rife with easily mined personal tragedy, the woman he's clearly in love with is oblivious to this and the only one who doesn't know his superhero identity, and the slightly too charismatic scientist predictably has confusing secret motivations that may or may not be sinister. That said, Barry Allen is a likable guy that most people would probably find agreeable in real life. He finds the right balance between believably awkward and slightly too adorable, yet manages to almost convincingly punch up the drama when required. I have no arguments with the casting and each actor seems to believably portray their slightly cliched characters convincingly. It's engaging enough to hold my interest and I can see it getting better as the actors settle in to their personas.… Expand
  13. AGarcia732
    Nov 22, 2014
    6
    Unlike Gotham and other DC adaptations, The Flash has a comedic, humorous, and light atmosphere (which is nice); but it also feels very kid-oriented/dumbed-down, which isn't a good thing. The Flash is still a developing show, and shows always get better with time. But for now, The Flash suffers from some clichés, underwhelming CGI, some cheeseiness, and "meta-villain" of-the-week episodes.Unlike Gotham and other DC adaptations, The Flash has a comedic, humorous, and light atmosphere (which is nice); but it also feels very kid-oriented/dumbed-down, which isn't a good thing. The Flash is still a developing show, and shows always get better with time. But for now, The Flash suffers from some clichés, underwhelming CGI, some cheeseiness, and "meta-villain" of-the-week episodes. The Flash needs more of an immediate overall story arc.

    I think that villains/plot threads shouldn't always be resolved in 43 minute long episodes; it's kind of unrealistic. Episodes are sometimes too predictable. It's nice that the show is setting up certain things like a Arrow/Flash crossover, potential villains, and some adaptation of "Crisis on Infinite Earths", but fans need more than teases at what's to come to stick with a show. The CGI could be better, though I like the Flash's slow-motion CGI sequences (ones that are similar to Quicksilver's slow-mo scene from X-Men: Days of Future Past). I think that a slow motion style would've looked better when adapting Flash's speed powers, than the red blur that the show relies on to show his abilities. "Team Flash" seems kind of cliché, and many of the characters feel cliché and weak, yet I believe that they'll become more developed with time. Austin Grant at first didn't seem capable of being main-character material, yet I'm warming up to him. (I also happen to not be the only one who thinks that he's very similar to Andrew Garfield and his iteration of Spider-Man.) One thing I really don't like is how the villains on the show are so simple, cliché, and underdeveloped. They're such stereotypes!

    Overall, there's plenty of room for improvement. The Flash has lots of flaws but it's still enjoyable, though it's mistakes keep it from reaching it's true potential.

    Score: 6.9

    I have reviewed 32 other movies, including the 2014 films: Dracula Untold, The Maze Runner, The Expendables 3, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Giver, Sharknado 2, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Edge of Tomorrow, X-Men Days of Future Past, Godzilla, Blended, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Divergent, Transcendence, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, The Lego Movie, and more. I also review TV shows, such as Arrow (Season 3), Gotham, The Last Ship, Sleepy Hollow, Marvel's Agents of SHIELD, The 100, I Wanna Marry Harry, Crisis, Gang Related, and more. I also have reviewed the mobile Andriod games Minecraft Pocket Edition, Clash of Clans, and 5 Night's at Freddy's.    … Expand
  14. Trufflehog
    Dec 5, 2014
    2
    The writers have done a poor job of making the characters believeable. Barry can move people out of harms way when a bullet is flying at them but can't dodge a punch! Wtf is going on here?
  15. MustangMatt07
    Mar 29, 2016
    3
    I was excited to watch this show, it got great reviews and i've always been a fan of the flash comics. suffice to say i'm pretty disappointed. If i didn't know any better I'd swear this show was made for the Disney Channel. Just one cheesy line after another and with glaring plot holes so big you almost have to been in 5th grade to enjoy this show. At least we have Daredevil for us adults.
  16. jakedubbleya
    Nov 12, 2014
    1
    I'll give it a 1 instead of a zero because The Flash is a cool superhero.

    Timeline of every episode (spoiler): 1. Cheesy life lessons. 2. Discover a new villain. 3. First fight against villain, forgets he is the Flash, just stands there, gets beat up. 4. Dramatic scene involving girlfriend/work/sadness. Essentially stops time to do whatever he wants and reflect on things, mostly teenage    I'll give it a 1 instead of a zero because The Flash is a cool superhero.

    Timeline of every episode (spoiler): 1. Cheesy life lessons. 2. Discover a new villain. 3. First fight against villain, forgets he is the Flash, just stands there, gets beat up. 4. Dramatic scene involving girlfriend/work/sadness. Essentially stops time to do whatever he wants and reflect on things, mostly teenage angst. Takes him almost no effort. 5. Second fight against villain. Remembers he is the Flash, still doesn't use his powers anywhere near even 1% of their potential but cranks it up to almost 1% using all the willpower he can muster by the end of the fight and easily beats the villain. 6. Cheesy life lessons. 7. (Spoiler) gets out of his wheelchair and does something devious.

    Suffice it to say that the overwhelmingly positive reviews for this show have sucked any hope for humanity right out of my soul.    … Expand
  17. neeter29
    Oct 30, 2014
    2
    I am beyond stunned this show got such a high rating. There is not ONE original or thought provoking element to this show at all. Even the writers must think so b/c they plugged in the character of felicity whom I love to give the show some life and she came across all "like me, like me Berry!"

    It's just churning out the same outline that Smallville possessed. STOP UNDERESTIMATING THE    I am beyond stunned this show got such a high rating. There is not ONE original or thought provoking element to this show at all. Even the writers must think so b/c they plugged in the character of felicity whom I love to give the show some life and she came across all "like me, like me Berry!"

    It's just churning out the same outline that Smallville possessed. STOP UNDERESTIMATING THE AUDIENCE WE'RE SMARTER THAN YOU THINK    … Expand
  18. william3010
    Dec 22, 2014
    0
    i usually like stories of supernatural power but this one is the awful show ever , i don't know how it gets 8 in IMDb very poor acting and storytelling, also effects are average like you watch a show from the 90s ,really its waste of time ,
  19. jacob4
    Jan 10, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An awesome show for all the D.C. superhero fans out there. This show brings to life the iconic Flash and all his iconic villains. It's more family friendly and funnier than Arrow, and more amazing with the special effects. This show even portrays the Flash's villains as normal humans before they became villains. For Example, Caitlin Snow will soon become Killer Frost, Dr. Harrison Wells and Eddie Thawne will become Professor Zoom, Cisco Ramon might become Vibe, etc. This show gives you foreshadowing of iconic events and characters from the comic books that will be brought to life on the small screen. A must see for all those superhero nerds.… Expand
  20. mksmith76g
    Nov 30, 2014
    9
    Wonderful show for all ages if you like superhero's you can't help but to like this show. The parts are well developed and the show has a solid plot. This show is fine for the whole family something that is missing due to the content of many of today's TV shows.
  21. JohnKristofer
    May 23, 2015
    6
    Not a great show but I'd enjoyed it.The flash has it's moments but sometimes it can get corny and cheesy yet I enjoy it. The show for me is generic in my opinion but it is great for the whole family to watch and I think the show is targeted to young children cause my little cousins love it.
  22. mustafa18182
    Jan 3, 2015
    9
    The Flash it a great series for people who enjoy comics and those who don't. The fact that every episode ends with a cliffhanger makes you want to come back next week to see what'll happen. Some of the characters in the Flash are quite suspicious yet prove claim to be on the "good side." The fact is Barry Allen isn't extraordinary he was just lucky so you can easily relate to the show.The Flash it a great series for people who enjoy comics and those who don't. The fact that every episode ends with a cliffhanger makes you want to come back next week to see what'll happen. Some of the characters in the Flash are quite suspicious yet prove claim to be on the "good side." The fact is Barry Allen isn't extraordinary he was just lucky so you can easily relate to the show.

    All in all the show is one of my favorite and recommend you start watching it right away.    … Expand
  23. MatthewTimmins1
    Feb 11, 2015
    9
    First I would like to say that I have enjoyed watching The Flash because of it's twists and turns, with the amazing plot and its action packed characters. The only bad thing with this program is that it sometimes has giant cliffhangers some of which don't make any sense but it is also a good thing because most of the cliffhangers leave you on the edge of your seat and makes you want toFirst I would like to say that I have enjoyed watching The Flash because of it's twists and turns, with the amazing plot and its action packed characters. The only bad thing with this program is that it sometimes has giant cliffhangers some of which don't make any sense but it is also a good thing because most of the cliffhangers leave you on the edge of your seat and makes you want to watch more. All in all i think think that The Flash is a really good program and i hope to see more in the further.… Expand
  24. akovia
    Dec 4, 2014
    2
    Disappointing. Really wanted to like this but is squandered potential cashing in on a built in Superhero/Flash audience. Should probably be on Saturday mornings instead. Breaking the laws of physics one moment and get punched by a "normal speed" Meta-Human the next. Even a 10yo would be saying WTF? What ever happened to smart and clever writers? Everything is a cop out to create forcedDisappointing. Really wanted to like this but is squandered potential cashing in on a built in Superhero/Flash audience. Should probably be on Saturday mornings instead. Breaking the laws of physics one moment and get punched by a "normal speed" Meta-Human the next. Even a 10yo would be saying WTF? What ever happened to smart and clever writers? Everything is a cop out to create forced drama. Superpowers are hard to write for and I am willing to suspend disbelief, but you gotta meet me half way at least. I love Jesse L. Martin and I know he must be throwing up in his mouth a little when delivering some of his lines. If they replace the entire writing staff, I might try season 2. Until then I'll be giving Arrow a try instead.

    I couldn't agree more with jakedubbleya's closing statement. I really used the value the metacritic score and it has served me well in the past. Having so many good reviews for this show will make me skeptical of any score here in the future. Sad.    … Expand
  25. brion
    Nov 26, 2014
    2
    A completely cliche-ridden group of actors, who, except for Iris' father, are all flat in their delivery. The writing is less polished than a 12-old could write, full of glaring flaws (the Flash should move faster than light, yet takes minutes to get across town; is constantly being hit, tossed, thrown or struck by lightning (or fists)). One wonders how he survives to the next episode. TheA completely cliche-ridden group of actors, who, except for Iris' father, are all flat in their delivery. The writing is less polished than a 12-old could write, full of glaring flaws (the Flash should move faster than light, yet takes minutes to get across town; is constantly being hit, tossed, thrown or struck by lightning (or fists)). One wonders how he survives to the next episode. The actor playing the flash is so bad I don't even know his real name. Emotionally dead 20-somethings who say 'awesome' or 'amazing' or, like Iris, deliver speeches with a smile, minis the conviction.
    The CW strikes again. Every hero is 19 (and never actually grows up) and adults play the side parts. The fact that the Flash was an adult when he was struck by chemicals and lightning means nothing when you can re-write comic book story lines. The first Flash show might not have been a hit, but the hero (Barry Allen's father in this show) had some nobility, class and manliness. The theme of CW? "Teenage boys save the world!" A sad show, which will likely last forever (that's the gimmick).    … Expand
  26. imhellspawn12
    Oct 27, 2014
    10
    I have been looking for this show for a while now and the first episode was awesome i see a good future for the flash and would love to see a crossover episode between arrow and the flash where both of their cases intersect each others.
  27. Mvrak
    Nov 10, 2015
    0
    Anyone with any education in physics or fitness will find this script for this show horribly bad. Anyone interested in any engineering profession or ever planning a physics education will be doing themselves an extreme disservice by watching this show. None of the scientific concepts in this show are even remotely plausible. The numbers that are thrown out to attempt to explain what isAnyone with any education in physics or fitness will find this script for this show horribly bad. Anyone interested in any engineering profession or ever planning a physics education will be doing themselves an extreme disservice by watching this show. None of the scientific concepts in this show are even remotely plausible. The numbers that are thrown out to attempt to explain what is going on are completely ludicrous. The worst part is all they would have needed to do is consult with a scientist, or even a college student, about basic physics equations to at least say something plausible. The flash is routinely shown zipping around at 10000 mph, but they constantly also say that he is only moving at 600 mph, which is a 6 second mile. How it happens doesn't even need to matter, but when the numbers they throw out are in direct contradiction with what they are showing you, it makes absolutely no sense. If they explained more of it just by saying the "speed force" is responsible, that would have been fine, but instead they liberally use words like "supercapacitor" as if something like that doesn't exist in our current reality.

    The teen drama is overblown and absurd. Character development is poor with constant departures from personality. The Flash NEVER uses weapons. Speed characters are constantly found standing still so a punch can land on their face. The show is simply not internally consistent. The Arrow, for example, despite its shortcoming, is phenomenally better than this show. Like many of the other critics of this show, I was shocked that a show could even be made this poorly with such a large budget.    … Expand
  28. HealingToolbox1
    Oct 11, 2014
    9
    Director David Nutter has a cinema-TV superhero resume longer than my arm. His expertise is evident in the crafting of segments. As in the Old X-files, each 10 minute segment has an unusual internal integrity of mood while remaining integrated with segments fore and aft. I appreciate David's wonderful craft here and in many other aspects.

    I was hoping for something like the 2014    Director David Nutter has a cinema-TV superhero resume longer than my arm. His expertise is evident in the crafting of segments. As in the Old X-files, each 10 minute segment has an unusual internal integrity of mood while remaining integrated with segments fore and aft. I appreciate David's wonderful craft here and in many other aspects.

    I was hoping for something like the 2014 Marvel superhero movies, more upbeat, less Dark Knight, so this worked for me. The Metacritic review summary is very educational about the writerly challenges this show is taking on with a "goody two shoes" hero. I say, "Go for it" and keep the Captain America movies as your guiding light.    … Expand
  29. marc5477
    Jun 24, 2015
    1
    Oh my god what did they do? This is terrible. Watching it makes my stomach turn. Barry has been turned into a emo sissy with a brain the size of an ants testicle and his supporting cast... wow. Where did they find these actors? There are no redeeming qualities to this show. Extremely badly executed plots that made no sense, dialog was worse than the cheesiest comic you can find, the actingOh my god what did they do? This is terrible. Watching it makes my stomach turn. Barry has been turned into a emo sissy with a brain the size of an ants testicle and his supporting cast... wow. Where did they find these actors? There are no redeeming qualities to this show. Extremely badly executed plots that made no sense, dialog was worse than the cheesiest comic you can find, the acting is horrible and no one is believable (except maybe Barrys foster father). I hate everyone in the show but Barry is the worst. All the kids in the show cannot act. Period. Tom Welling... who is not a great actor, looks like f*ing Marlon Brando when compared to the actors in this show.

    Please cancel it and start over... I love the Flash in the comic. Get the folks from Gotham to help.    … Expand
  30. Mazmorrero47
    Oct 7, 2014
    4
    Overall, I thought the pilot was bland at best. It suffered from one-note acting (the villain and the male scientist sidekick were especially annoying), contrived and pandering humor (a twerking joke? really?), dodgy special effects, and cringe-worthy dialog ("Run Barry, run!"). Grant Gustin brings charm to the show, but the guy looks like he barely graduated high school, so I have a hardOverall, I thought the pilot was bland at best. It suffered from one-note acting (the villain and the male scientist sidekick were especially annoying), contrived and pandering humor (a twerking joke? really?), dodgy special effects, and cringe-worthy dialog ("Run Barry, run!"). Grant Gustin brings charm to the show, but the guy looks like he barely graduated high school, so I have a hard time buying him as an experienced forensic scientist.
    With that said, Arrow also started pretty weak, but got consistently better as it went on, so it might be the same case for The Flash (they share the same creators after all), but I'm not getting my hopes too high.    … Expand
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Metascore
73

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. PopMatters
    Reviewed by: Daniel Rasmus
    Nov 10, 2014
    70
    The Flash sports a great cast, visually well-designed sets and effects, and the pace and atmosphere reflect the deft hands of directors and crew. But a superhero show can’t live on those elements alone.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Jeff Jensen
    Oct 16, 2014
    83
    It vibrates with big-picture vision and has smart fun with its premise.
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  3. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Tim Goodman
    Oct 7, 2014
    80
    First, the series is completely on point with what the network is doing elsewhere (Arrow, etc.). Second, it's actually very well done. And third, it's wholly entertaining.
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