The superhero series about the fastest man alive, set in the fictional Central City, was filmed in Vancouver, Canada – whose city halls, streets and studios built the home of the scarlet speedster.
Where was The Flash filmed?
The Flash was filmed in and around Vancouver, Canada – Vancouver City Hall and the towns of Metro Vancouver.
Every Flash location, explained
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Central City – Vancouver
The Flash’s home city used Vancouver, British Columbia.
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The police department – Vancouver City Hall
The Central City Police used Vancouver City Hall.
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The Metro Vancouver towns
Scenes used Coquitlam, Surrey and North Vancouver city halls.
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The wider region
The show used studios and streets across Metro Vancouver.
Planning a visit
Vancouver and its towns – which built Central City – are real, accessible parts of British Columbia, and a hub of superhero television.
The Flash Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vancouver The superhero series was shot in and around Vancouver, Canada.
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A superhero hub Vancouver is home to several interconnected DC ‘Arrowverse’ shows.
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Central City is Vancouver The Flash’s home city was built from Vancouver locations.
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The fastest man alive Barry Allen gains super-speed after a lab accident.
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A long-running series The show ran for many seasons on The CW.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was The Flash filmed?
In and around Vancouver, Canada – Vancouver City Hall and the towns of Metro Vancouver.
Is Central City Vancouver?
Yes – the fictional city was built from Vancouver locations.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Vancouver and its towns are accessible.
Who stars in The Flash?
Grant Gustin as Barry Allen.
When did it start?
2014.
