The FAILURE of THE FLASH (1990): Let's Do Batman (1989) On TV!

Welcome to the new episode of Secret Galaxy. And that's what it is all about: To buy the same shirt as Dan is wearing and get 30% off your order use code "TOYGALAXY" at check out: https://www.80stees.com/collections/the-flash In this episode, we explore the intriguing story of "The Flash" TV series from 1990 and how its unfortunate fate contrasts with the soaring success of "Batman" (1989) on the big screen. Join us as we unravel the journey of "The Flash" TV series, which attempted to bring the Scarlet Speedster to television audiences in the early '90s. With its high hopes and ambitious vision, the show starred talented actors, cutting-edge special effects, and thrilling storylines. However, despite its initial promise, the show faced numerous challenges that ultimately led to its cancellation. We'll delve into a captivating comparison between "Batman" (1989), the iconic Tim Burton-directed film that redefined superhero cinema, and "The Flash" (1990) TV series. Why did one soar while the other stumbled? What factors contributed to the divergence in their success? Though "The Flash" TV series experienced setbacks, it remains an essential chapter in the evolution of superhero adaptations, even getting some closure decades later in The Flash 2014 series on the CW. We'll discuss the lessons that can be learned from its shortcomings and how it paved the way for future superhero successes on both television and the big screen. We invite you to share your thoughts in the comments section below. Which version of The Flash did you prefer? Are you a die-hard fan of the '90s TV series or the modern interpretation? Let's have a lively and respectful discussion about these iconic superheroes and their adaptations. Our video on "The Rocketeer": https://youtu.be/uRvQWyoFssY Our video on "Batman (1989)": https://youtu.be/941vlJw5y8I SOURCES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Flash_(1990_TV_series) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_(Barry_Allen) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_(Jay_Garrick) https://illgetdrivethru.com/2023/02/13/what-should-you-know-about-the-90s-flash-tv-series/ https://theretronetwork.com/the-flash-1990-tv-show-merchandise-review/ https://twomorrows.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=741#:~:text=The%20Age%20of%20TV%20Heroes,we%20all%20grew%20up%20with. https://reelgood.com/show/the-flash-1990 https://www.facebook.com/PetFlyProductions https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1990-09-19-ca-726-story.html Help the channel continue to grow by checking out our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/toygalaxy ►►►Social Media and Merchandise links◄◄◄ https://linktr.ee/secretgalaxy Follow Dan on Instagram: http://instagram.com/toygalaxy Toy Galaxy P.O. box 3976 Manchester, NH 03105-3976 Business Inquiries: toygalaxytv@gmail.com http://www.twitter.com/toygalaxytv https://teespring.com/stores/toy-galaxy

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