The Flash, the last remaining series in The CW’s Arrowverse, will wrap up with season nine. The network’s sending off the comic book-inspired superhero series with a short 13-episode final season.
“Nine seasons! Nine years of saving Central City while taking audiences on an emotional journey full of heart, humor and spectacle,” stated executive producer Eric Wallace. “And now Barry Allen has reached the starting gate for his last race. So many amazing people have given their talents, time, and love to bring this wonderful show to life each week. So, as we get ready to honor the show’s incredible legacy with our exciting final chapter, I want to say thank you to our phenomenal cast, writers, producers and crew over the years who helped make The Flash such an unforgettable experience for audiences around the world.”
A ninth season means The Flash will be the longest-running series of the Arrowverse. Arrow starring Stephen Amell ran for eight seasons while Supergirl lasted seven. Legends of Tomorrow concluded with season seven, Black Lightning made it through season four, and Batwoman stuck around for just three seasons.
In addition to Grant Gustin as the titular character, season nine is expected to star original cast members Danielle Panabaker and Candice Patton. The CW’s targeting a 2023 final season premiere.
The Flash kicked off in October 2014, and season eight finished up on June 29, 2022. Although the series used to be one of The CW’s biggest draws, season eight’s ratings tumbled to just a little over half a million viewers for the season finale.
