8 Years Ago, the Arrowverse Fumbled the Greatest DC Cliffhanger Ever (And It Still Feels Insulting)

The second season of *The Flash* concluded with the main character traveling back in time to prevent his mother’s death, which launched the “Flashpoint” story arc. Season 3 continued this storyline, and although the alternate timeline wasn’t as strong as hoped, it generally delivered on its premise. Despite its flaws, this version of “Flashpoint” in the Arrowverse is far superior to how the show later dealt with one of its most compelling cliffhangers.








