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The Flash – Season 3, Episode 2 Paradox

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80% Tomatometer 10 Reviews
Barry realizes he underestimated the effects from Flashpoint; after meeting his new co-worker, Julian Albert, Barry is surprised at the man's immediate disdain for him.
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The Flash — Season 3, Episode 2

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"Paradox" proves to be an effective continuation of course correction from last season's woes as the rules of Barry's world are locked in.

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Grant Gustin

Barry Allen

Candice Patton

Iris West

Danielle Panabaker

Caitlin Snow

Carlos Valdes

Cisco Ramon

Tom Cavanagh

Dr. Harrison Wells

Jesse L. Martin

Detective Joe West
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Angelica Jade Bastién New York Magazine/Vulture 08/01/2018
3/5
Can we have less narratives of heroes desiring normalcy and more heroes enjoying their powers? Go to Full Review Chancellor Agard Entertainment Weekly 07/27/2018
A-
I thought "Paradox" was a far stronger episode that was filled with character beats that really hit home the gravity of Barry's situation. Go to Full Review Scott Von Doviak AV Club 07/25/2018
C
"I made a big mistake." At least Barry admits it right off the bat, although he might well be speaking for a creative team attempting to course-correct. Go to Full Review Ja-Quan Greene Black Nerd Problems 08/03/2018
Captain Singh is back. *Shrugs* Go to Full Review Jesse Schedeen IGN Movies 08/02/2018
8.0/10
In general, this episode offered up a solid dose of drama. Cisco's arc in particular was moving, as we've rarely seen him in such a depressed, morose state. Go to Full Review Sarah Moran Screen Rant 08/01/2018
Wonderful and full of emotion. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Episode Info

Synopsis Barry realizes he underestimated the effects from Flashpoint; after meeting his new co-worker, Julian Albert, Barry is surprised at the man's immediate disdain for him.
Director
Ralph Hemecker
Executive Producer
Greg Berlanti, Andrew Kreisberg, David Nutter, Sarah Schechter
Screenwriter
Aaron Helbing, Todd Helbing
Network
The CW
Rating
TV-PG (L|V)
Genre
Drama, Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Oct 11, 2016
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