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How Grant Gustin’s Portrayal of ‘The Flash’ Transcended Superhero TV and Captured Hearts

March 31, 2024April 2, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffArrow, Arrowverse, artists, authenticity, Barry Allen, camaraderie, Candice Patton, comic book enthusiasts, Cosplayers, crossovers, determination, emotional truth, end of an era, good vs. evil, Grant Gustin, growth, heart, hero's journey, Heroism, hope, iconic Flash ring, identity, impact on fans, Iris West, legacy of a hero, Legends of Tomorrow, love story, metahumans, nine seasons, optimism, performance, protecting Central City, relatable superhero, Reverse Flash, sacrifice, Savitar, Scarlet Speedster, selflessness, series finale, Supergirl, Superhero television, superhuman abilities, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

By Serpentorslair Staff Grant Gustin, known to fans as Barry Allen in The Flash, has left an indelible mark on superhero television. His portrayal of the Scarlet Speedster transcended mere entertainment, resonating with audiences worldwide. Let’s delve into why Gustin’s performance stands out and why it captured our hearts. Gustin brought authenticity to the role. His Barry Allen wasn’t just a superhero; he was a vulnerable, relatable human being. We witnessed his struggles, fears, and hopes. Whether dealing with loss or embracing his powers, Gustin’s portrayal was grounded in emotional truth. His chemistry…

DC Multiverse Zoom figure review with King Shark BAF!

April 12, 2017 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, DC, DC Multiverse, King Sharc, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

If you are a fan of The Flash TV series you probably have enjoyed the new DC Multiverse figures based on the characters from the show. In the latest wave we have last season’s main villain ‘Zoom‘, which contains part of the epic new ‘King Sharc‘ Build A Figure. Today we have a review for you of the ‘Zoom‘ figure. You can check it out in the player below and let us know if you are going to be heading out to get one for yourself AFTER THE JUMP! …

Two Deleted Scenes from ‘The Flash’ Season 2 Emerge!

September 2, 2016September 4, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffCW, DC, The Flash, TV, Zoom0 comment

Ever wonder what you don’t see on your favorite TV shows when the editor cuts the film? Today 2 cool scenes from last season of ‘The Flash‘ have emerged. These two scenes were released by the CW as part of a promotion for next weeks release of ‘The Flash‘ Season 2 on DVD. They will also be included as part of the bonus content on the set. Check out the clips below and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! The complete second season will be available on Blu-ray…

The Flash Season 3 Premiere Photos Released!

August 30, 2016August 31, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, CW, DC, Grant Gustin, Reverse Flash, The Flash, TV, Wally West, Zoom0 comment

As we edge closer to the season 3 premiere of ‘The Flash‘ we have some legit photos for the premiere episode that are going to have fans very excited. Since these are official photos straight from the CW, we can start to infer about how the first episode is going to play out. Check out the synopsis and photos below for the episode titled, ‘Flashpoint‘ and remember The Flash kicks off its 3rd season on October 4th on the CW. Join in the Conversation AFTER THE JUMP! After successfully…

Andrew Kreisberg Confirms Teddy Sears Return as Black Flash!

August 19, 2016August 21, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffAndrew Kreisberg, Black Flash, CW, DC, Teddy Sears, The Flash, TV, Zoom0 comment

If you thought we had seen the end of Teddy Sears when his character, ‘Zoom‘ bought the farm at the end of season 2 of ‘The Flash‘, think again. Show runner Andrew Kreisberg confirmed the return of the actor to play the iconic character, ‘Black Flash‘. It looks like season 3 of The Flash will be chock full of villains. Check out more details on this below, and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! While talking to Entertainment Weekly, show EP Andrew Kreisberg confirmed that what we saw was in…

Tom Cavanagh Teases Playing ‘ZOOM’ for ‘The Flash’ Season 3!

June 3, 2016June 4, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBlack Flash, CW, DC, The Flash, Tom Cavanagh, Zoom0 comment

In the season finale of ‘The Flash‘ Tom Cavanagh’s character for season 2, ‘Harrison Wells‘, left Team Flash and returned to Earth 2. Meanwhile, Barry changed up the timeline with his decision to go back in time to save his mothers life. We recently reported that Tom Cavanagh was confirmed to be returning full time for The Flash Season 3, and yesterday he teased just what he may be up too next fall. How would you feel about ‘Zoom‘ returning or possibly the introduction of ‘Black Flash‘? Let us know AFTER…

The Flash Season 2 Finale TONIGHT!

May 24, 2016May 25, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, Iris West, The Flash, The Race of His Life, Zoom0 comment

Sadly, season 2 of ‘The Flash‘ comes to an end tonight with an epic showdown between Barry and Zoom, and as for the fallout of the confrontation, we will just have to wait until tonight to see. But, one thing is for sure, I think most fans hope that Barry and Iris end the season as a couple? Do you fall into that category? Sound off after the JUMP and let us know. The Flash, ‘The Race of His Life‘ airs tonight at 7pm Central on the CW! THE FLASH…

The Flash Season 2 Finale Images Released!

May 19, 2016May 20, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, CW, DC, Grant Gustin, Joe West, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

It looks like the race is on in the season 2 finale of ‘The Flash‘. Barry is headed for one final collision with ‘Zoom‘, and lets just hope the collateral damage does not get any worse than it already has. Today we have for you a gallery of new photos for the final episode of the season titled, ‘The Race of His Life‘. Check out all the details below, and share your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP. The Flash airs Tuesdays at 7pm Central on the CW! THE FLASH VS. ZOOM…

THE FLASH Episode 2×22 ‘Invincible’ Extended Trailer!

May 16, 2016May 18, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBlack Siron, CW, DC, Katie Cassidy, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

This week on the penultimate episode of ‘The Flash‘ Team Flash and Zoom’s Earth -2 metahumans go toe to toe in an all out war. Today we have the extended trailer for tomorrow night’s episode titled, ‘Invincible‘. Check it out below, and then be sure and tune into the CW tomorrow evening at 7pm Central for The Flash, ‘Invincible‘! Join in the Conversation after the JUMP! “After Zoom (guest star Teddy Sears) unleashes an army of Earth-2 meta-humans on Central City, Barry is shaken when he sees their leader is…

The Flash Episode 2×21 ‘The Runaway Dinosour’ TONIGHT!

May 10, 2016May 11, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, CW, DC, Grant Gustin, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

Tonight on an all new ‘The Flash‘ Kevin Smith directs the episode titled, ‘The Runaway Dinosour‘. When we last left Team Flash, Barry had been blasted into an alternate timeline when Doctor Wells tried to return his powers to him via a new particle accelerator. Be sure and tune into the CW Tonight for The Flash, ‘The Runaway Dinosour‘ at 7pm Central! Join in the Conversation after the JUMP! KEVIN SMITH DIRECTS – With Barry (Grant Gustin) gone, the team must figure out a way to handle the return of…

THE FLASH 2×20 ‘Rupture’ New Photos and Promo Released!

April 27, 2016April 28, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, Cisco Ramon, CW, DC, Grant Gustin, Joe West, Rupture, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

Last night on ‘The Flash‘ we found out that Barry was not going to have his powers once again, but, Doctor Wells is now determined to build another Particle Excelerator to help Barry get his power back. Unfortunately, Caitlyn is still being held captive by ‘Zoom‘ on Earth-2. On top of all of this a new Earth-2 Doppleganger is coming to town. Find out more on the upcoming episode of ‘The Flash‘ titled, ‘Rupture‘, and sound off with your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! “Zoom (guest star Teddy Sears) arrives…

THE FLASH 2×19 “Back To Normal” New Promo!

April 20, 2016April 21, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffBarry Allen, CW, DC, Grant Gustin, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

It is kind of ironic that the title of next week’s episode of ‘The Flash‘ is called, ‘Back to Normal‘, considering that on last night’s episode Barry gave his ‘speed force’ to ‘Zoom‘ in order to save Wally West’s life. Unfortunately, Zoom took Caitlin instead, and now Barry must find a way to get his powers back and rescue Caitlin before its too late. Check out the new promo below and head to THE FORUM and join in the conversation! WELLS IS ATTACKED BY DC COMICS’ CHARACTER GRIFFIN GREY…

THE FLASH Sn #2 Ep #18 “Versus Zoom” New Photos Released!

April 10, 2016April 11, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffCW, DC, Grant Gustin, Jay Garrick, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

Things start to get a little edgy up when ‘Zoom‘ returns to Earth 1 in the upcoming episode of ‘The Flash‘ titled, ‘Versus Zoom‘. Kaitlin see’s Jay for the first time in person as Zoom, and it is not going to be pretty. But, is Zoom really Jay Garrick? Find out when The Flash, ‘Versus Zoom‘ airs on Tuesday April 19th at 7pm Central on the CW! Join in the Conversation after the JUMP! “Equipped with the tachyon device, Barry believes he is fast enough to stop Zoom (guest…

New Promo For THE FLASH Sn #2 Ep #18 “Versus Zoom”!

March 30, 2016March 31, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffCaitlin Snow, Cisco Ramon, CW, Daniel Panabaker, DC, Grant Gustin, Jay Garrick, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

Unfortunately for fans of The Flash, we are stuck with another 2 week hiatus before the next new episode. However, we are all wondering if if the actual ‘Jay Garrick‘ is really ‘Zoom‘, or just exactly how many Jay Garrick’s there are! One thing is for certain, in the next new episode titled, ‘Verses Zoom‘ we are going to learn about the sick and twisted back story of Zoom, and mabee more details on what is up with ‘Jay Garrick‘. Check out the all new extended trailer below, and be…

THE FLASH – Sn 2 Ep #17 ‘Flash Back’ First Promo Released!

March 23, 2016March 24, 2016 Serpentorslair StaffCW, DC, Grant Gustin, Jay Garrick, The Flash, Zoom0 comment

We have been wondering all season who exactly is ‘Zoom‘. Last night may have shed some light on that, as Team Flash discovered that Zoom may actually be their one time friend, ‘Jay Garrick‘. Meanwhile, in next week’s episode, the team is going to be going on a ‘Flash Back‘ which will give us the return of Eddie Thawne! Check out the synopsis and first promo below for next week’s episode titled, ‘Flash Back‘ and sound off with your thoughts AFTER THE JUMP! “A MOMENT IN TIME GETS BARRY ONE…

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