Shows similar to Arrow

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.

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.

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.

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.