The Flash

The Flash is a superhero from the DC Comics multiverse, known for his super speed.

History

When Lyle Lanley visited Springfield Elementary School, a kid asked him if the Springfield Monorail could outrun The Flash, and Lanley said it could. Another kid asked him if Superman could outrun The Flash, and Lanley said that he could.

Comic Book Guy dressed as The Flash to run in the Springfield Marathon. He said "No one can outrun The Flash!" before he fell down a manhole.

Behind the Laughter

Hot Flash from "Dark Knight Court" is a parody of The Flash.

Appearances

• Episode – "Marge vs. the Monorail" (mentioned)
• Episode – "New Kids on the Blecch"

References

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