The aftermath of "Crisis on Infinite Earths" will haunt The Flash, as a new episode synopsis for the midseason premiere, "Marathon," teases problems for both Barry Allen and his wife Iris.
In the synopsis for the episode, Iris's life ends up in danger when she publishes a story in The Central City Citizen. Of course, Iris isn't one to back down and sets forth to reveal an insidious organization. Barry, however, will be dealing with his own problems, as he must contend with not only the fallout of "Crisis" but also completing the final wish of his late friend Oliver Queen, who died during the event (but not before creating a new Earth and Multiverse with the powers of The Spectre).
The CW's official synopsis for "Marathon" is below:
“Marathon” — (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-PG, LV) (HDTV)
LIFE AFTER THE CRISIS – After The Citizen prints an explosive story, Iris’s (Candice Patton) life is threatened. Refusing to hide from those that are attacking her, Iris sets out to expose a dangerous organization. Meanwhile, Barry (Grant Gustin) must face the consequences of the Crisis and fulfill Oliver Queen’s wish for him. Stefan Pleszczynski directed the episode written by Sam Chalsen & Lauren Barnett (#610). Original airdate 2/4/2020.
Airing Tuesdays at 8 p.m. on The CW, The Flash stars Grant Gustin, Candice Patton, Carlos Valdes, Danielle Panabaker, Tom Cavanagh, Jesse L. Martin, Danielle Nicolet and Hartley Sawyer. The series returns Tuesday, Feb. 4.