The CW’s DC adventures began in 2012 withArrowand spanned over a decade, culminating in a spectacular finale with the conclusion ofThe Flash, officially bringing theArrowverseto an end. This farewell undoubtedly left many fans with an Arrowverse hangover and a craving for more. Fortunately, there’s a hidden final chapter in this continuity—one that even die-hard fans may have missed—offering an extra dose of the content they love.
The Arrowverse was made up of multiple interconnected DC TV showson The CW, includingArrow(2012–2020),The Flash(2014–2023),Supergirl(2015–2021),Legends of Tomorrow(2016–2022),Batwoman(2019–2022), and more.
While some shows, likeSuperman & Lois, were Arrowverse-adjacent and continued a little longer, they were not officially part of the shared continuity. However, whether directly tied to the Arrowverse or adjacent,many of these shows came together for a secret finale in the DC’sEARTH-PRIME(2022) comic mini-series, giving fans one final dose of the beloved universe.
What Is DC’s ArrowverseEARTH-PRIMEComic Series?
Main Cover by Kim JacintoEarth-Prime #2: Superman & Lois(2022)
TheEarth-Primecomic series united the creative minds behind The CW’s hottest DC superhero shows for a six-issue mini-seriesset within theArrowverse. Each issue focused on a different series, with a unique creative team leading the story.Earth-Prime #1: Batwomanwas helmed by Natalie Abrams and Kelly Larson,Earth-Prime #2: Superman & Loisby Andrew Wong, Adam Mallinger, and Jai Jamison,Earth-Prime #3: Legends of Tomorrowby Lauren Fields and Daniel Park,Earth-Prime #4: Stargirlby James Robinson and Paula Sevenbergen,Earth-Prime #5: The Flashby Emily Palizzi and Jess Carson, andEarth-Prime #6: Hero’s Twilightby Jeff Hersh and Thomas Pound.
Though each issue focused on a different series, a looming threat lingered in the background, waiting to strike and bring these iconic heroes to their knees. The final issue,Earth-Prime #6: Hero’s Twilight,brought this danger to the forefront, as various heroes joined forces in a climactic battle to save humanity.This resulted in an epic Arrowverse crossover, serving as a secret finale to the universe—one that even the most dedicated fans may have missed. Additionally, the series offered a rare opportunity to see these live-action characters translated into comic book form, further cementing their legacy in DC lore.
Why Was DC’s Arrowverse Canceled?
DC’s Arrowverse was one of the biggest television projects of all time, leading to some persistent questions about why the franchise had to end.
EARTH-PRIME Is the Perfect Cure for Your Arrowverse Hangover
Main Cover by Kim Jacinto forEarth-Prime #1: Batwoman(2022)
Earth-Prime serves as the perfect farewell to the Arrowverse, offering one final epic crossover while expanding on characters fans had said goodbye to years ago. As such, it’s a highly recommended read for longtime Arrowverse enthusiasts and may even entice newcomers to explore the universe—especially since many of the creatives behind these issues are the same minds responsible for the beloved TV series. What makes this series particularly special for returning fans is how faithfully the characters remain true to their on-screen portrayals. This not only preserves the nostalgic essence of theArrowversebut also delivers an engaging new narrative that feels like a natural extension of the shows.
Absolute DC Proves Now Is the Time For an Arrowverse Comeback
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