The CW is the place to be if you’re planning to watch DC Comics television shows. With the addition ofSupergirlto their line-up, the network is now home to all the series set in the Berlanti-verse, a.k.a. DC series produced byGreg Berlanti. Heroes dominate the 8:00p.m. slot on four out of five weeknights:Supergirlhas the mystery of the Kryptonian pod to explore,The Flashhas to wrestle with the consequences of Barry altering the timeline,DC’s Legends of Tomorrowhas to operate in a world without the Time Masters, andArrow, once again, has to look after rebuilding Star City. Besides the four night crossover event slated for December, we’re excited to see a few specific plot points unfold in each series. Out list is below, but let us know what you’re looking forward to the most in the comments.
Warning: Spoilers follow for past seasons ofThe Flash,Arrow,Supergirl, andLegends of Tomorrow,so just skip past any shows you don’t want to know about!
The Flash Season 3
Flashpoint!
When Barry traveled back in time and saved his mother’s life at the end of Season 2, it more or less reversed everything Barry’s done since the series started. The decision fundamentally altered the timeline. Part of Season 3 is about the repercussions with the television show’s take on Flashpoint. The concept is based on a crossover event from DC Comics in which Barry found himself in an alternate timeline that’s vastly different from the reality he knew. The Flashpoint arc won’t last the entire season, but for as long as it’s a factor,we’ll see changes across the cast– some of which could prove to be rather amusing.
Billionaire Cisco
During the Flashpoint event in the comics, Barry turned to Batman for assistance with repairing the timeline.Bruce Wayne isn’t an optionin the show, but it’s possible Cisco will fill in as a replacement. This Cisco is the richest man in America, and running Ramon Industries. Carlos Valdestold usCisco’s “ostentatious” and “not afraid to flaunt his wealth.” We can’t wait to see what the new dynamic between this Cisco and Barry will be.
Bonus: Seeing Cisco explore his Vibe powers.
More John Wesley Shipp
Since Barry has 3 father figures, his actual father – played by John Wesley Shipp – hasn’t had a ton of screen time onThe Flash.Still, he has certainly made an impression. The Flashpoint change (it all keeps coming back to Flashpoint, doesn’t it?) means we could get more of Shipp as Henry Allen. He could also potentially reprise his role as Earth-3’s Jay Garrick. We’ll take more Shipp any way we can get him.
Season 3 ofThe Flashpremieres on October 4 at 8:00p.m. ET.
Arrow Season 5
Mayor Oliver Queen
In the last four seasons ofArrow, we’ve seen Oliver Queen go from to having billionaire status to being working class, and from dark and brooding to carrying a little optimism. He reverts to his old ways sometimes, but for the most part, we’ve seen Oliver go through positive changes. However, any forward progress he makes as the Arrow in Star City seems to get canceled out. Now, he has a new opportunity as the city’s mayor, and Oliver’s finally at a stage in his life where he can handle the responsibility – and maybe even make Star City better for longer than a few months.
No More Magic
Damien Darhk ruled Season 4 with his unique, magical abilities. The supernatural element played a heavy part in the story, but it weighed down the season. Oliver’s physical prowess and skills with a bow weren’t really a match for Darhk’s powers. So, the magic is no more.Arrowexecutive producers have proclaimedArrowwillreturn to its roots next seasonwith a more grounded villain that’s a closer match for Ollie. Whew.
The End of Flashbacks
Well, it’salmostthe end. Season 5 will be the last season exploring Oliver’s flashbacks. The writers have to get him to the point where he was found on Lian Yu so there’s a little left to go but … the endisnigh. The flashbacks haven’t always been assets to the series, but with them coming to a conclusion soon, hopefully they will feel more relevant and enhance the current plot instead of detracting and distracting from the present.
Season 5 ofArrowpremieres on October 5 at 8:00p.m. ET.
Supergirl Season 2
National City in Vancouver
Kara Danvers still calls National City home, but sinceSupergirlhas moved to The CW, production for the show has moved too – from Los Angeles to Vancouver. Will the skies still be blue and sunny? Beyond the superficial differences, what will change? We already know Calista Flockhart’sCat Grant will appear less (she’s a recurring guest instead of a series regular), but I’m dying to see what the new status quo will be. Whatever alterations occur, I’m sure Supergirl’s hair will remain perfectly curled.
The Musical Crossover
The FlashandSupergirlcrossover last season was one of the most joyful hours of television in recent memory. Kara and Barry will cross paths at least a couple of times in the upcoming season, including atwo-part musical crossoverthat will occur in both series. Oh, happy day! Given themusical talentin both casts, I’m clearing my schedule both nights to verify I don’t miss a second. It’s slated for the back half of the season, and though the tunes will primarily be preexisting songs, they’re hoping to compose at least one original ditty per episode.
Miss Martian
The most human moments onSupergirlhave been the quiet interactions like Kara and Alex talking over takeout. While it’s a delight to watch the sisters bond, I’d like to see Kara have a female friend beyond family. I’m hoping that will happen with the arrival of Miss Martian. Sharon Leal is portraying the first live-action version of the DC Comics character, and that’s all we know about the character so far, but I hope she’s a pal for Kara.
Season 2 ofSupergirlpremieres on October 10 at 8:00p.m. ET.
Legends of Tomorrow
Rip Hunter Stepping Up
Rip Hunter’s leadership abilities were, shall we say,questionablein the first season ofLegends. He lied to his team repeatedly and made error after error. Has he learned his lesson? I want to see how the dynamics of the team have changed in Season 2. The team went through a lot in the first season, so they should be able to work together better and with less communication hurdles. Riphasto have matured and become more capable, right? Fingers crossed …
Justice Society of America
The Season 1 finale introduced Hourman, and he’s just one member of the Justice Society of America that will feature in the second season. Series executive producer Marc Guggenheimconfirmed the rosterwill also include Stargirl, Obsidian, Commander Steel, Vixen, and Dr. Mid-Nite. It marks the first time we’ll see an organized group of superheroes in the Berlanti-verse shows, and they’ll be facing the new Legion of Doom.What.
White Canary
Sara Lance brought spit and sass to all of her interactions in Season 1, and that meant she played well off everyone in the cast. She also jumped into each new timeline with ease, and seemed to be the most comfortable of the Waverider crew with all of the timey-whimey shenanigans taking place. She could be relied on for humor, action, and brutal honesty. The loss of her sister no doubt had an effect, but I’m fully on board for the fun and antics she finds herself enjoying in Season 2.
Season 2 ofLegends of Tomorrowpremieres on October 13 at 8:00p.m. ET.
