The Flash (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1990, The Flash is an action, comedy, adventure and science fiction film directed by Robert Iscove, running about 94 minutes. “His justice is fast. And furious.” — that tagline sets the tone.
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 McGee, Alex Désert as Julio Mendez and Paula Marshall as Iris West, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Flash sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
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 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, adventure and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Flash?
- The Flash stars John Wesley Shipp, Amanda Pays, Alex Désert, Paula Marshall and Michael Nader.
- When was The Flash released?
- The Flash was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.