The 8 Best Episodes Of The Flash So Far

5) The Flash vs. Arrow (Season 1, Episode 8)

This is the one fans were most looking forward to when The Flash was first announced – a crossover episode where, in fine superhero tradition, the two heroes would lay into each other before teaming up proper. Thankfully, the suitably-titled “The Flash vs. Arrow” lived up to the expectation by crafting a funny and dramatic character-driven story around the central fight.

Thanks to Rainbow Raider, Barry’s temper goes through the roof and Arrow is the only one who can take him down. It’s fascinating to see Barry let off his leash and some interesting themes are raised about the differences and core similarities between the pair’s approaches to being a hero. Plus, there’s lots of humour in the ‘odd couple’ nature of Barry and Oliver’s partnership and Diggle’s priceless reaction to Barry’s speed.