If you thought Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse had a lot of deep-cut references to comic books, the thrilling conclusion of The Flash will undoubtedly make you rethink your expectations. The highly anticipated live-action solo adventure of Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) doesn’t hold back, packing an abundance of content into its nearly two-and-a-half-hour runtime. This comes as no surprise, as the film takes inspiration from the beloved Flashpoint storyline from DC Comics. The reveals of beloved characters like Michael Shannon reprising his role as General Zod, Michael Keaton’s return as Batman, and the introduction of Sasha Calle as Supergirl are just the tip of the iceberg in this time-bending epic. And believe it or not, these appearances are just the ones we already knew about before the film’s release.
Now that The Flash is available for streaming on Max, we can reveal that Shannon, Keaton, and Calle’s roles are merely the beginning of the film’s surprises when it comes to cameo appearances. The majority of these exciting surprises await viewers in the star-studded finale, and we’re here to break down all the thrilling details for you.
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The Climax of ‘The Flash’ Begins with the Two Barrys, Batman, and Supergirl Facing Zod
With both versions of Barry Allen regaining their powers, Bruce Wayne discovering newfound purpose, and Kara Zor-El reaffirming her faith in humanity, the quartet embarks on an epic final showdown with General Zod and his power-hungry Kryptonians. The two Flashes take on the ground forces, Batman launches an aerial assault, and Supergirl engages in a tense face-off with the Kryptonian general. When Zod callously reveals that Kal-El perished as an infant, Supergirl’s fury ignites, setting the stage for an intense battle.
Initially, it appears that the heroes have a fighting chance against Zod, inflicting significant casualties on his forces. However, the situation takes a grim turn when both Batman and Supergirl fall in the conflict. Yet, the Flashes employ their Speed Force abilities to travel back in time and prevent the tragic demise of their comrades. While they succeed momentarily, every attempt ultimately leads to Zod’s triumph and the tragic deaths of Batman and Supergirl. It’s at this crucial juncture that the older and wiser Barry Allen realizes the inescapable nature of Zod’s victory – an intersection of destiny that cannot be altered.
Elseworlds Collide During an Argument Between Three Barry Allens
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In the midst of this chaotic reality-bending battle, the older Barry Allen desperately attempts to reason with his younger doppelganger. He knows that they cannot undo the harsh reality they find themselves in, but the younger Barry, as he has done numerous times throughout the film, continues to act recklessly, ignoring the older Barry’s pleas for caution.
The younger Barry persists in returning to the relentless battle, each time re-entering the time warp with fresh wounds and fragments of Kryptonian debris embedded in his body. Not only do his actions seem futile, but they also begin to disrupt the timeline that the older Barry is trying to preserve.
Gradually, different timelines from across the vast DC multiverse start encroaching upon Barry’s gradually improving timeline. The first glimpse is a classic black-and-white universe, featuring what appears to be George Reeves’ portrayal of Clark Kent from the Adventures of Superman series, alongside the iconic Jay Garrick variant of The Flash.
In a remarkable CGI recreation, we witness another universe featuring both Christopher Reeve’s Superman and Helen Slater’s Supergirl observing this multiversal upheaval. The sequence culminates in a surprising twist, as the long-lost Tim Burton film, Superman Lives, is resurrected on the big screen, complete with a CGI representation of Nicolas Cage as Superman. If you listen closely, you can even hear the voice of Adam West from the 1960s Batman universe.
As the multiverse unravels around them, the two Barry Allens find themselves confronted by a mysterious Speed Force creature, one that bears a resemblance to classic comic book villains The Flash, Savitar, and Reverse Flash. After an intense battle that culminates in unmasking the creature, they are stunned to discover that it’s an older version of the younger Barry. This older version, known as the Dark Flash, reveals a grim truth: the younger Barry’s relentless attempts to alter the course of Zod’s attack have mutated him into a monstrous entity.
Believing that the mainline Barry won’t aid him, the Dark Flash attempts to eliminate him. However, a tragic turn of events occurs when the younger Barry, shielding the hero, results in their mutual demise.
‘The Flash’ Reintroduces Yet Another Classic Batman
As Barry Allen reflects on the tumultuous events that have unfolded, he comes to a poignant realization – he should restore things to their original state. With a tearful farewell to his mother, Barry decides to undo his actions, accepting that some things are beyond alteration. Yet, as he stands in a grocery store and spots a security camera, a tiny opportunity beckons to him, a chance to tweak his future ever so slightly.
With a quick adjustment, Barry returns to what appears to be his original timeline. However, a pressing matter awaits him – he’s running late for his father’s parole hearing. Determined to right the wrongs of the past, the Fastest Man Alive dashes to the courthouse. There, after years of unjust imprisonment, Henry Allen (played by Ron Livingston) is finally exonerated for the murder of his wife. The joy that fills Barry’s heart is immeasurable, knowing that he has corrected a historic injustice.
And as if fate itself is smiling upon him, Barry’s long-standing crush, journalist Iris West (portrayed by Kiersey Clemons), agrees to go on a date with him. It’s a moment of happiness that Barry thought he might never experience. But just when things seem to have settled into a harmonious ending, an unexpected call arrives – from Bruce Wayne’s phone number.
As Barry answers, he briefly hears Bruce’s voice on the other end. However, something feels slightly amiss. The voice doesn’t quite match that of Ben Affleck, and the arrival of a car carrying Mr. Wayne builds anticipation for a significant revelation. This reveal is poised to send shockwaves through the audience, for the Bruce Wayne stepping out of the car is none other than George Clooney.
Yes, George Clooney, reprising his role as Batman for the first time since Batman & Robin. Barry’s seemingly small change to save his father has set off another butterfly effect in the DCEU, leading to Clooney’s return as the Dark Knight. The burning question on everyone’s minds: will George Clooney once again don the infamous Bat-nippled suit? Only time will unveil the answers to this intriguing twist.
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