The Flash Season 5 Episode 11 Seeing Red
- January 22, 2019
Barry Allen is back in the crimson costume for the eleventh episode of The Flash season 5. In "Seeing Red," we see our hero return to the superhero scene after a much-needed break. The episode picks up with Barry reflecting on his time in the Speed Force and how much it changed him. But Barry doesn't have much time to sit and think as he gets pulled back into his heroic duties sooner than he thought.
It's been weeks since Caitlin's father died, but she's still coming to terms with his passing. Meanwhile, Cisco is struggling to come to terms with the fact that Gypsy has chosen to stay in her parallel universe instead of coming back to him. But the team's relationships take a backseat when a new villain arrives on the scene.
Cicada is causing chaos in Central City once again, and the team is determined to stop him. But as they face off against Cicada, they find out that he's not the same villain that they've faced before. He's stronger and more dangerous than ever. The team realizes that Cicada has procured new weapons with the help of his powerful dagger.
The episode gets its name from the fact that Cicada's dagger causes Barry to see red. With the help of Cisco, Caitlin, and Ralph, Barry must find a way to stop Cicada and his new dagger. But the team's efforts are complicated by the fact that Cicada seems to be targeting metahumans with his new weapon.
As the episode progresses, our heroes are forced to confront their individual demons. For Barry, it's about coming to terms with his new powers after his time in the Speed Force. For Caitlin, it's about dealing with the loss of her father while also grappling with her icy alter ego, Killer Frost. And for Cisco, it's about accepting that Gypsy might be gone for good.
Despite their personal struggles, the team bands together to stop Cicada, but their plan only leads to a bigger crisis that threatens the entire city. The final act of the episode is a heart-stopping race against the clock to prevent the worst from happening.
Overall, "Seeing Red" is a thrilling installment in The Flash season 5. The episode is filled with action, drama, and emotion as our heroes work to stop Cicada and confront their own issues. The fantastic writing and direction are matched by superb performances from the cast - particularly Grant Gustin, Danielle Panabaker, and Carlos Valdes. The episode ends with a twist that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats and eagerly anticipating the next episode.