The Flash (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1990, The Flash is an action, crime, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Robert Iscove, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A laboratory accident endows a police scientist with the ability to move at superhuman speed which he uses to battle a menacing gang as a superhero.
Who’s in it. The Flash stars John Wesley Shipp as Barry Allen / The Flash, Amanda Pays as Christina 'Tina' McGee, Paula Marshall as Iris West and M. Emmet Walsh as Henry Allen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Flash has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. 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 The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flash (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flash change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flash worth watching?
- The Flash holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flash?
- The Flash stars John Wesley Shipp, Amanda Pays, Paula Marshall, M. Emmet Walsh and Alex Désert.
- When was The Flash released?
- The Flash was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.