AceShowbiz - Some television series conclude far too quickly despite their lasting impact, and that certainly applies to Arrow, one of DC's most acclaimed shows. Originally airing for eight seasons from 2012 through 2020, the series remains a high watermark in superhero television. Now, six years after its conclusion and following its removal from Netflix in December, All 170 Episodes of this popular DC series are set to return to streaming — and for free.

The long hiatus from streaming platforms is about to end for Arrow. Starting May 1, Pluto TV will host all eight seasons of the series on its free streaming service. This news is sure to please fans who have been unable to watch the show since it left Netflix a few months ago. Centered on the DC Comics character Green Arrow, the show stars Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen, a billionaire playboy turned vigilante. After being stranded on a remote island for five years, Oliver returns to Star City to fight crime and corruption using archery and hand-to-hand combat, targeting villains from his father’s notebook.

Arrow is widely regarded as one of the best DC shows ever made, and its return to streaming is a major event for superhero TV fans. It served as a cornerstone for serious, grounded superhero storytelling on television, heavily inspired by Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy. The show deliberately avoided the more cartoonish style of superhero media at the time, opting instead for a gritty, realistic tone.

The series portrays Oliver Queen as a complex and sometimes dark vigilante, evolving from a self-centered survivor into a mature hero over its eight-season run. It delivered intense action sequences and strong character-driven narratives that sustained viewer interest throughout its lengthy tenure. Arrow effectively filled a niche for mature superhero content on television, setting a new standard for the genre.

Critics responded positively to the series, with an average Rotten Tomatoes critic score of 89% across all seasons. Despite its critical acclaim and loyal fanbase, Arrow wrapped after its eighth season. The decision to end the show was influenced by Stephen Amell's wish to spend more time with his family and a desire from the creative team to conclude the story on their own terms rather than prolong it unnecessarily. By the final season, the show had completed Oliver Queen's narrative arc, effectively surpassing its original five-year plan.

While Arrow ended, its legacy continues through the Arrowverse, the shared television universe it launched. This expansive universe now includes shows like The Flash, Supergirl, Legends of Tomorrow, Batwoman, and Black Lightning, all of which owe their beginnings to Arrow.

Alongside Arrow, Pluto TV is also bringing back other popular CW series that were removed from Netflix in December. This includes all 100 episodes of the post-apocalyptic sci-fi drama The 100, based on Kass Morgan's novels, as well as all four seasons of the beloved dramedy Hart of Dixie. Fans of The CW’s diverse programming will have plenty to look forward to when these shows arrive on Pluto TV’s free streaming platform on May 1.

For audiences who missed out on streaming Arrow over the past few months, this announcement is a welcome development. The free availability of all 170 episodes will allow both longtime fans and new viewers to experience one of the most influential superhero series of the last decade.

With its blend of grounded storytelling, intense action, and a compelling lead performance by Stephen Amell, Arrow remains a must-watch for DC fans. The show’s return to streaming marks an opportunity to revisit or discover the journey of Oliver Queen, a hero shaped by hardship and driven by a quest for justice.

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