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The Flash Complete Series Blu-Ray is finally being released, providing fans with the opportunity to own the entire beloved series.
The home release offers fans a personal connection to their favorite show with an abundance of bonus content, including deleted scenes, a gag reel, and a featurette titled The Flash: The Saga of the Scarlet Speedster. Despite skepticism about the staying power of physical media, it remains a valuable source for fans.
The Flash Complete Series Blu-Ray is at last hitting the shelves, several months after the conclusion of DC's Arrowverse on The CW.
Since its debut in October 2014 on The CW, The Flash has been the second installment in the network's interconnected universe centered around characters from DC Comics. The show chronicles the journey of Barry Allen as he tackles the challenges of fighting crime, aided by a loyal circle of allies in the early seasons. With each new season, the stakes escalate and the excitement intensifies. The Flash captivated audiences with its skillful utilization of the multiverse concept, surpassing the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the eyes of many. Throughout its duration, the series garnered immense popularity.
The Flash had an emotional end with its ninth season on the CW, leaving many fans saddened to bid farewell to the show and the beloved cornerstone of the Arrowverse. However, fans can now find comfort in the exciting news that the show's final season will be available on home media in DVD and Blu-Ray format on August 29th. This highly awaited home release will feature bonus content, including deleted scenes, a hilarious gag reel, and a captivating featurette titled The Flash: The Saga of the Scarlet Speedster.
Additionally, the final season's release for home media has also led to the announcement of The Flash: The Complete Series, which consolidates the entire beloved series into a single package along with anticipated bonus content. The show garnered widespread popularity during its airing and subsequent debut on streaming platforms. However, the success of the home media release may mirror that of The Flash movie, which struggled to achieve profitability during its disappointing theatrical run.
Fans of the show and those who may have only heard about it after it had already aired will be thrilled by these new releases. This caters to both individuals without any previous home media copies and collectors who already possess the first eight seasons on DVD or Blu-ray. The comparison between the reception of the home release and the performance of The Flash film in theaters once again brings to mind the decision by DC Studios to exclude Arrowverse creator Marc Guggenheim from any consultations, which left him feeling as though his time spent on the shows had been wasted.
Despite some skepticism about the lasting impact of physical media, Shazam director David Sandberg believes that the heyday of special features and traditional formats has come to an end. Nonetheless, for those who value a more intimate connection to their beloved shows, The Flash will be released on DVD and Blu-Ray come August 29, 2023.
Source: Warner Bros.