The Top 10 Most Comic-Accurate Characters From DC’s Television Shows

Reverse-Flash (The Flash)

All superhero TV shows and movies need to pay attention to this one. Matt Letscher is a perfect example of comic inspired casting, matching the DC comic print Eobard Thawne from the blonde wavy hair to the butt-chin. Pair his physical appearance with the amazing job the show did on the Reverse-Flash’s costume and speed CGI, and the Reverse-Flash is the definition of “comic-accurate”. When it was first revealed that Rick Cosnett would be playing Eddie Thawne, it made sense because he was blonde. Then, the show revealed Harrison Wells was the Reverse-Flash, which seemed odd because of his dark hair. It didn’t make sense that he would be related to Eddie. Then it all clicked during the introduction scene of season one episode Tricksters, where it was revealed that Eobard Thawne was actually someone different who killed and took over the body of the real Harrison Wells. Phew. Take note Arrow, now that is some good writing.

Aside from his spot-on physical appearance, the characterization was done perfectly. In the comics, Thawne is diabolically evil, and the TV show’s version captured that with ease. Between killing Barry’s mother, Cisco, the real Harrison Wells, and a few security guards, the the show’s Reverse-Flash was not short on the evil. His motivation was a bit different, but it was one of the few times his TV story was actually much more compelling than his comic story. He is from the future and was stranded in the past, with Barry being the only one who can allow him back to his time. The show took elements of the comic version and implanted them in the show’s origin, giving us an awesome backstory for an awesome villain. Not to mention the relationship between The Flash and the Reverse-Flash is everything I could have hoped for as a Flash fan. The way they know each other in every and all timelines is such a great element to their story, and that they are essentially connected is just perfect.