The Flash (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Series · ★ 7.8
Released in 2014, The Flash is a drama and sci-fi & fantasy series. “The fastest man alive.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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.
Who’s in it. The Flash stars Grant Gustin as Barry Allen / The Flash, Candice Patton as Iris West-Allen, Carlos Valdes as Cisco Ramon and Danielle Nicolet as Cecile Horton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Flash has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix, YouTube TV and Netflix Standard with Ads and rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flash page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flash tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Chernobyl.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flash (2014)?
- In US, The Flash is available to stream on Netflix, YouTube TV and Netflix Standard with Ads, and rent or buy from Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Flash worth watching?
- The Flash holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Flash?
- The Flash stars Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Carlos Valdes, Danielle Nicolet and Kayla Compton.
- When was The Flash released?
- The Flash was released in 2014.