Shows similar to Arrow

Though not part of the Arrowverse, Gotham offers a similarly dark and stylized origin story focused on the early days of Detective James Gordon and a young Bruce Wayne, along with the villains who made Gotham City infamous.

A precursor to the Arrowverse shows, Smallville chronicles the young life of Clark Kent before he becomes Superman. It offers a decade-long journey with deep character development and a look at the early formation of many DC heroes and villains.

Spinning out of the same universe as Arrow, The Flash focuses on Barry Allen who, after a particle accelerator explosion, becomes the speedster superhero. Fans of Arrow will enjoy the shared universe, crossovers, and similar blend of action, drama, and occasional humor.

As part of the Arrowverse, Supergirl explores the adventures of Superman's cousin, Kara Zor-El. The show shares Arrow's commitment to complex characters and incorporates a mix of action, drama, and political commentary that will resonate with Arrow's audience.

Another spin-off from the Arrowverse features time-traveling heroes and villains who team up to prevent temporal catastrophes. Its ensemble cast includes several characters introduced in Arrow and The Flash, making it a must-watch for fans of interconnected superhero sagas.

Joining the Arrowverse, Batwoman steps into the void left by Batman and fights to protect Gotham City. With complex family dynamics, high-stakes action, and crossover events with other Arrowverse shows, it's a continuation of the formula that has engaged Arrow fans.