Arrow TV Series Review

Before we get started, yes, I know the series is already in its second season, but I just got the chance to take a look at the very first episode. To say the least, I am pleasantly surprised. Especially after being sorely disappointed by the highly anticipated Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

As you can tell from the cover art, this is a much darker series than Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. The overall tone, acting and attention to detail is extremely refreshing and at times reminiscent of the Batman Trilogy.

Just so you have some background, here is what the show is about: After a shipwreck that should have killed everyone, playboy billionaire, Oliver Queen (aka DC Superhero: The Green Arrow) emerges as the sole survivor and returns to his city...5 years later. (Sound familiar? If you're a Batman fan it should. He is often compared to Batman).

What happened during all this time? Where was he? What or who did he encounter? And what will he do now that he's back?  Obviously, many questions are left unanswered in the first episode, but the way the story is presented gives you just enough information to keep you wanting more.

The Canadian actor, Stephen Amell does a great job at luring the viewer in with his acting and demeanor. Another plus is that it is pretty evident that he does his own stunts and is skilled in parkour. All of which makes him more believable as both Oliver Queen and The Green Arrow.

SPOILER ALERT
One of the things which admittedly got me more excited than any other, was not the acting, nor the fancy bows and arrows or even the great action scenes. It was one brief two second tease of who may have contributed to Oliver Queen's troubled 5 years on that island and perhaps a foreshadowing of who we will see in the upcoming episodes.

That's right! That is none other than the unmistakable mask of Slade Wilson AKA Deathstroke, one of my favorite villains in the DC Universe. Now what does Deathstroke have to do with any of this? Could he be behind the shipwreck, the death of some of the passengers, or does he perhaps have something to do with the possible wrongdoings of Oliver Queen's father? I do know that he is a paid mercenary, so it can actually be anything. 

Final Verdict
If you have not noticed already, I happen to love the first episode of this series. If it is any indication of the coming episodes, I completely recommend watching it. The entire first season is available on Netflix.

Let me know your thoughts on the series and if there is anything superhero related that you would like me to review please feel free to let me know!

Until next time Metta-X'ers!