The Flash (2014)
A CSI investigator gains super speed, earnestly protecting his city with high-octane, suspenseful heroics.
After being struck by lightning, CSI investigator Barry Allen awakens from a nine-month coma to discover he has been granted the gift of super speed. Teaming up with S.T.A.R. Labs, Barry takes on the persona of The Flash, the Fastest Man Alive, to protect his city.
How intense is The Flash?
The Flash is mildly scary, with no gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch and a family watch. Rated TV-14.
What The Flash feels like
- Tone
- high octaneearnestsuspensefuluplifting
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attentionFamily night
Where to stream The Flash
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Flash for you?
Is The Flash scary?
Only a little. The Flash has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Flash gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Flash sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Flash OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream The Flash?
The Flash is streaming on Netflix.
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