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'I Was Lucky': Grant Gustin Reflects on the Legacy of The Flash

After spending several years playing the character, Grant Gustin comments on the legacy of The Flash.

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Superman, Batman and More Star in DC's Summer Variant Covers

DC Comics reveals José Luis García-López's variant covers inspired by character turnarounds from 1982's DC Comics Style Guide.

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DC Made Huge Changes to The Flash's Origin With Major Implications for the Franchise

DC's Jay Garrick: The Flash miniseries added a sinister element to his origin, changing many things fans thought they knew about the Flash franchise.

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15 DC Heroes You Wouldn't Think Are Stronger Than Superman
15 DC Heroes You Wouldn’t Think Are Stronger Than Superman (But Actually Are)

Superman is one of the strongest DC heroes in existence, but several of his teammates would overpower him in a one-on-one fight.

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10 Most Iconic DC Superhero Costumes, Ranked

DC's heroes like Superman and Batman have changed their costumes quite a few times over the years, but each has an iconic look that always returns.

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10 Best Flash Comics For Non-Flash Fans

While some comic storylines require a bit of extra knowledge to enjoy, these Flash stories are perfect for non-fans to jump in and start reading.

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The Speed Force In Flash Comics, Explained

Speedsters like The Flash can tap into a powerful energy known as the Speed Force that has a huge impact on the DC Universe as a whole.

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Batman And Catwoman, Hal Jordan And Carol Ferris, Barry Allen And Iris West
10 DC Couples Who Never Made Sense

DC Comics may be home to some of the most iconic superhero romances in history, but some of these lovers didn't make sense.

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10 Best Batman Crossovers, Ranked

Batman has appeared in many crossovers over the years, with the best of them going down among the best crossovers ever.

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Judy Garrick The Boom Flash
DC's Newest Speedster Has The Potential To Be The Best Flash

A recently introduced member of the Flash Family has the potential to outshine all of DC's speedsters.

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REVIEW: DC's Speed Force #1

Wallace West and Avery Ho race into an exciting new series spinning out of the pages of The Flash with DC's Speed Force #1. Here's CBR's review.

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DC's New Flash Series Brings Back a Unique Young Speedster - And a Dangerous Villain

Jay Garrick: The Flash #1 spotlights the return of a unique young speedster - alongside a dangerous DC villain.

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Ezra Miller as The Flash's Barry Allen
Ezra Miller Is Reportedly Finished as The Flash

According to a new report, Ezra Miller won't be returning as The Flash in James Gunn's DCU.

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10 Best Flash Multiverse Adventures

Some of the best Flash adventures involve Barry Allen, Wally West or any speedster traveling the multiverse, battling threats like Reverse Flash.

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10 Most Important Pieces Of Flash Lore New Readers Need to Know

From Jay Garrick's Golden Age debut to Barry Allen's rivalry with Reverse-Flash, DC comic readers should know these iconic pieces of Flash lore.

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10 Upgrades From Villains That The Flash Could Use

The Flash can harness the Speed Force and travel through time, but upgrades from his greatest villains could enhance his powers even further.

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Barry Allen dies in Crisis on Infinite Earth and Grant Gustin from the Flash TV show
10 Best Bronze Age Flash Comics

During DC's Bronze Age, from 1970 to 1985, Barry Allen battled the Reverse-Flash and saved the multiverse, paving the way for a new Flash.

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A first look at The Flash #2
DC Reveals a Major New Group of Characters in a First Look of The Flash #2

DC has released a first look at The Flash #2, showing the debut of a major new group of characters known as The Stillness

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New 52 Flash and Professor Zoom, and Wally West runs with Linda Park on his back
10 Best Flash Annuals, Ranked

Every year, DC publishes annual comics that celebrate a character's current run and/or history, and the Flash has starred in some fantastic annuals.

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The Barry Allen Flash alongside images of his love interest Fiona Webb.
The Flash: Whatever Happened to Barry Allen’s Second Wife?

Barry Allen is usually paired with Iris West, but his second major love interest has been forgotten, despite her role in an iconic Flash storyline.

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