The Peculiar World of The Flash
The Flash 4x16 Promo "Run Iris, Run" (HD) Season 4 Episode 16 Promo
With more than 180 episodes spread across nine seasons, The Flash has contributed its fair share of weird story arcs to the DC Universe. The Grant Gustin-led superhero drama has rightfully earned a large fanbase and emerged as one of the Arrowverse’s biggest successes. But with such an ambitious episode count, a few moments are bound to not hit the target. This holds particularly true for the series’ latter seasons, offering some overstretched storylines and plenty of filler episodes. Despite his background as a comic book writer, post-season 4 showrunner Eric Wallace occasionally bore the brunt of disgruntled audiences, chiefly for some of those notorious moments.
The Peculiar World of The Flash
However, this doesn’t imply that all of The Flash’s weirdest storylines stem from its low points. As has been the case with the weirdest Flash stories in the comics, the CW original has never shied away from testing out the source material’s eccentric nature. After all, a superhero sci-fi show with a talking gorilla as a guest villain or a Batman-Flash hybrid from the future is bound to get weird at some point or other. But then again, the show often relies on some original elements that take the absurdity a notch higher, be it in the case of speedsters jousting with lightning bolts or a musical with Supergirl.
Weirdest Storylines and Moments
The Flash has had its fair share of peculiar and unexpected storylines, some of which have left a lasting impression on fans. From Gorilla Grodd’s King Kong moment to the surprising musical duet with Supergirl, the series has ventured into some truly bizarre territory. Let's take a closer look at some of the weirdest storylines and moments that have defined The Flash's journey through the Arrowverse.
Gorilla Grodd's King Kong Moment
The Flash Season 2, Episode 7 features a particularly peculiar storyline involving Gorilla Grodd, the telekinetic gorilla with a penchant for causing chaos. The episode, titled “Gorilla Warfare,” takes a formulaic turn as Grodd develops feelings for Caitlin Snow, leading to a King Kong-style narrative. The unexpected twist and the laughable moments in this storyline have left a lasting impression, adding to the series' collection of weird and unconventional arcs.
Gorilla Grodd standing next to Caitlin Snow in The Flash
The Unexpected Musical Duet
In a surprising turn of events, The Flash ventures into the world of musical comedy in Season 3, Episode 17. The crossover with Supergirl brings together Glee stars Grant Gustin and Melissa Benoist, along with their former co-star Darren Criss, in a delightful musical duet. The episode, titled “Duet,” takes the audience on a whimsical journey as the Flash and Supergirl join forces to escape the clutches of the Music Meister. The unexpected musical twist adds a unique and light-hearted element to the series, showcasing its willingness to embrace unconventional narratives.
Supergirl/Flash Duet Poster (cropped)
