Batwoman, from last year’s crossover who is getting her own full series this year. In a Crisis on Infinite Earths BTS photo, Arrowverse and Smallville Superman actors Tyler Hoechlin and Tom Welling appear with Elizabeth Tulloch. The verdict reads, "If not the outright best of the Arrowverse crossovers, Elseworlds finds the most success in blending epic superhero spectacle with strong characterization and personal stakes. [7], Including Superman, who Berlanti had permission to use before March 2018, in the crossover helped justify introducing Lois Lane to the Arrowverse because she was a character the writer of Supergirl always wanted to introduce and "she organically fit" into the crossover story. The cast and producers of the Arrowverse have been pretty adamant about trying to get Welling for a cameo, given how much he means to fans (myself included, I grew up watching every single episode of Smallville and my first TV crush was Kristin Kreuk’s Lana Lang). The verdict reads, "[Part 2] not only manages to continue the momentum (and hilarity) of the previous episode, it also confidently introduces two elements that could have lasting effects on the Arrowverse as a whole -- Batwoman, and the promise of a potential Crisis (on Infinite Earths?). “For eight years, Arrow has stood on the shoulders of Smallville. Want up-to-the-minute entertainment news and features? Speaking of their adaptation of Gotham City, Dries called the city "not a happy place", "grimy", and "scary", adding, "Some people are thriving in [Batman's] absence because now they can start to do their own thing without the oversight. "[60], Rotten Tomatoes reported a 100% approval rating, based on 14 reviews for the episode. Rated: T - English - Drama - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,057 - Reviews: 2 - Favs: 4 - Follows: 2 - Published: Takes place after Smallville season 10. According to the article, Welling said his recent appearance in the Crisis On Infinite Earths crossover would be his last. Arriving on Earth-1, Clark and Oliver fight Deegan and his forces while Alex, Barry, and Kara locate the Book of Destiny in the Time Vault and take it to Clark, who restores Barry, Oliver, and Kara to their real selves. Simply put, there would be no Arrow, and no Arrowverse, without it,” crossover executive producer Marc Guggenheim said in a statement. [20] Legends of Tomorrow co-showrunner Phil Klemmer said because the crossover was being used to launch the Batwoman-led series, "it just became over capacity", and that because Legends of Tomorrow would have a 16-episode season, the crossover would have been "a tonal speed-bump, or a departure, and we just don't have time to step away from our story this year". [47] Kevin Tancharoen directed The Flash episode,[10] James Bamford served as director for the Arrow episode,[37][10] and Jesse Warn directed Supergirl's episode. You may opt-out by. Details are scarce about how Welling’s Kent figures into the crossover; however, we do know that we’ll indeed find out what he’s been up to in the eight years since Smallville ended. Gustin noted, "You’re not going to see me playing Oliver Queen's mannerisms, or Stephen playing Barry's mannerisms. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. I liked the ending of the series, because it’s like, ‘Yes, he did it!’ I hope the audience didn’t feel like we didn’t show them something that they needed to see. I write about video games, television, movies and the internet. Maybe if they offer Welling enough cash he will finally suit up as Superman, which would go a long way of making things right following his awful portrayal in Crisis that basically saw him spit on the entire superhero mythos and Smallville by giving up his powers and refusing to help, especially when his family was dead (pun intended) in the sights of the Anti-Monitor. Kingdom Come Superman, played by Brandon Routh (who was Superman in, Bruce Wayne, who will be played by voice actor Kevin Conroy who was Bruce/Batman in. This led the producers to want to take a year off from the yearly crossovers, but were convinced by The CW to create another when they allowed the crossover to not be with all four series as "Crisis on Earth-X" had been. [42] Justin Hartley's Green Arrow costume from Smallville is seen in the opening on Earth-90. “That was what we strove for, and I think we hit it. © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. When he meet's The Flash, he realises maybe The Flash could help him and the League with this strange case and Barry has a score to settle with the Reverse Flash. "[64], Main and recurring characters appearing in "Elseworlds", "The CW's DC Crossover Finds Its Villain in 'Lost' Alum", "Arrowverse stars reveal details about the Trinity-centric 'Elseworlds' crossover", "Who's excited for Elseworlds?! During a confrontation with inmate Nora Fries, Barry and Oliver are exposed to fear gas and believe each other to be Eobard Thawne and Malcolm Merlyn, respectively. Billionaire Oliver Queen — under the vigilante persona of Arrow — tries to right the wrongs of his family and fight the ills of society. Barry and Kara are nearly torn apart by their speed but Oliver shoots the book with an arrow enhanced by Novu. [15], In "Elseworlds", Hoechlin wears an all-black Superman suit while portraying John Deegan's antagonistic version of the character. Amell added, "there are elements of his personality I have to embrace, and there are elements of my personality that he has to embrace" for Oliver and Barry to defeat the threat. Related: Arrowverse crossover unveils first look at Supergirl, Superman and Lois Lane together. [37] Scenes of Gotham City and Wayne Enterprises were filmed in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout August and September that year, casting for the crossover—including Ruby Rose as Batwoman, Elizabeth Tulloch as Lois Lane, and the announcement that Tyler Hoechlin would return to portray Superman—was revealed. The tease was meant to be one of two options for the "Elseworlds" cold opening. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. [11][9] Gotham City in the crossover is considered a failed city; Batman has been missing for several years, resulting in an increase in crime. [11][9] This costume is similar to the one he wears in the comics after returning from the dead as part of the "Death of Superman" crossover. Comment. Since Smallville ended, Welling has also appeared in Parkland, Draft Day, and on Lucifer. [37] Later that month, it was revealed that Tyler Hoechlin would reprise his role as Kal-El / Clark Kent / Superman in all three episodes and that the producers were planning to introduced Lois Lane in the crossover. I felt like we gave them the jumping off point for their imagination as to what could happen.”. [52], The three episodes were released together on a separate DVD on August 26, 2019 in Region 2. The conclusion of "Elseworlds" revealed "Crisis on Infinite Earths" as the next crossover, which aired in December 2019 and January 2020. "[43], Filming for Elseworlds began on October 9, 2018. Offers may be subject to change without notice. A list of crossover episodes which involve characters from multiple shows in the Arrowverse. Oliver confronts Novu, asking him to spare Barry and Kara, but Novu demands something from Oliver in exchange. I loved the show and it’s going to be great to see Welling as Clark again for the first time in eons. To say that we’re thrilled would be a Superman-sized understatement.”. [49] An additional teaser for the first episode aired during the November 18 episode of Supergirl[50] and a week later, the official trailer was released.

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