The Flash
“The fastest man alive.”
Series Overview
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.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
9 Seasons • 184 Episodes
2014 – 2023
Premiered: Tue, Oct 7, 2014
Geoff Johns
Greg Berlanti
Andrew KreisbergLatest Aired Episode
Season 9, Episode 13: “A New World (4)”
The 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.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Opening Credits
Type: Opening Credits • Published 2014-11-27
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Geoff Johns, Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg
Jess Carson, Dan Fisk, Emily Palizzi
Nathaniel Blume, Blake Neely
Joshua V. Gilbert, Dani Dornfeld Yaroslow, Sam Chalsen, Jonathan Butler, Eric Wallace
Department Leadership Roster
Brie Thorpe
Costume Design
Christopher Gordon
Stunt Coordinator
Joshua V. Gilbert
Producer
Dani Dornfeld Yaroslow
Producer
Jenny Wilson
Production Design
Geoff Garrett
Producer
Nathaniel Blume
Original Music Composer
Jennifer Lence
Producer
Carl Ogawa
Producer
Blake Neely
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Violence • Injury
Universal Public Exhibition — Unrestricted family viewing.
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flash
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What is The Flash about?
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.
How many seasons does The Flash have?
The Flash comprises 9 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Flash?
Key cast members in The Flash include Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Danielle Panabaker, Danielle Nicolet, Kayla Compton.
Who created or directed The Flash?
The Flash was developed and directed by Geoff Johns, Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg.