The CW’s The Flash has been a fan favorite since its premiere in 2014. As the show enters its final season, fans have been speculating about what will happen to Barry Allen, played by Grant Gustin, and how the show will end.
One theory that has gained traction recently is the possibility that Gustin’s version of The Flash will go missing in the CW show’s final episode and appear in the upcoming The Flash feature film, potentially replacing problematic actor Ezra Miller.
The CW’s Flash In The Multiverse
The Flash season nine is ongoing, with the second episode already aired. The episode was well received, praising the characters and the cinematography. However, some viewers were concerned about the lack of focus on Barry, the show’s titular character and that other characters were getting the main stories in the episode.
The arrival of Red Death was teased at the end of the episode, with some speculating that this could lead to a future storyline featuring the multiverse. This plot thread, combined with the rumors about Gustin’s potential appearance in The Flash movie, has led fans to speculate that Barry Allen will somehow jump universes, replacing Ezra Miller’s version of the character in the process.
It’s not hard to see how this could work from a storytelling perspective. The Flash has always dealt with the concept of parallel universes and alternate versions of characters. The show has even introduced the concept of the Multiverse, which has played a major role in the Arrowverse’s crossover events.
Fans Demand Grant Gustin’s Flash In The DCU
Recently, a rumor has been circulating that Grant Gustin, who plays Barry Allen in The CW’s The Flash, will replace Ezra Miller in The Flash feature film. This has sparked excitement among fans of the Arrowverse and of DC. Some Twitter users have shared their thoughts on this rumor.
@MellaIcetray believes that the ending of The Flash TV show would be the perfect foundation for Grant Gustin’s character to jump universes and become the main DCU Flash, as “Wally West would become the Flash” in that universe.
Literally perfect with the flash tv show ending and him ultimately going missing Wally would become flash in that world and he’d be main DCU flash.
— Icetray (@MellaIcetray) February 18, 2023
@clairospizza fully supports Grant Gustin becoming “the DCU Flash,” stating that “it needs to happen.”
it needs to happen. if grant gustin becomes the dcu flash, i'll be 100% behind dc
— kate bishop's pizza (@clairospizza) February 19, 2023
According to @AmitBisht_8, Grant Gustin is the “perfect candidate for this role.”
Grant literally is the perfect candidate for this role, 9 years of playing this role, already has the years of knowledge on the character, he’s looks like the character to beside the hair color, he’s the real flash
— Amit Bisht8️⃣ (@AmitBisht_8) February 18, 2023
@JessyAraiza3 hopes that Grant Gustin will revisit the character of The Flash, even if it’s in a movie. They suggest that giving the character movie-level quality would be exciting to see.
Hopefully just Hopefully just cause he played Flash for 9 years doesn’t mean he never wants to revisit the character again I’m sure he loves playing Flash and giving him Movie level quality damn there gonna cook
— Jessy Araiza (@JessyAraiza3) February 17, 2023
@ahsan05khan believes that Grant Gustin is the perfect Flash for the DCU, stating that “if he is willing to take the role, then they should hand it to him.”
Grant is the perfect flash. If he is willing to take the role then they should hand it to him.
— Ahsan Khan (@ahsan05khan) February 17, 2023
While these tweets express enthusiasm for the possibility of Grant Gustin becoming the DCU Flash, it’s important to note that this is a rumor. Only time will tell if this will come to fruition.
Gustin Grant’s Flash Jumps Into DCU Flash’s Universe
If Gustin’s Flash were to jump to another universe, it would allow the show to wrap up his story while giving the character a new lease on life in the movies. It would also be a fitting way to say goodbye to the character, as it would tie into the show’s themes of sacrifice and heroism.
Replacing Ezra Miller’s Flash with Gustin’s Flash would be bold, but it could be smart. While Miller’s version of the character has received mixed reviews, Gustin’s portrayal of The Flash has been consistently praised by fans and critics. Gustin’s version of the character is likable, funny, and relatable, making him a great addition to the DCEU.
Of course, this is all just speculation at this point. The rumors about Gustin’s appearance in The Flash movie are just rumors. And even if they were true, there’s no guarantee that Gustin’s Flash would replace Ezra Miller’s version of the character.
Still, it’s an exciting prospect for fans of both the TV show and the movies. The Flash has always been a character who transcends media, and seeing multiple versions of him on the big and small screen is intriguing. By bringing Gustin’s Flash into the DCEU, Warner Bros. could tap into that fanbase, which would help to bring in viewers and make the movie more successful.
Source: Twitter
