The Flash (TV Series) Crazy for You (2015) User Reviews

Well, That Was Fun.

[SpoodermanDerp · 9/10 · 5 February 2015]

"Crazy For You" is packed with a fun and light hearted tone, new and old villains rising and an enjoyable episode which is sure to give you a smile.

The episode starts off with the introduction of a new meta-human named "Peek-A-Boo" which causes havoc after breaking Clay Parker out of prison. Although it becomes difficult for the Flash as this certain meta-human has the ability to teleport to where she can see. It may seem like an ordinary format for a generic Flash episode, but boy we were in for a great ride. Caitlin and Barry's relationship deepens in the episode and were so pleasant to see them together on screen rather than the more forced Iris and Barry relationship. The chemistry between the two geniuses were great and I would like to see more of it in the future. The cheesy and goofy scenes worked and mixed well to the light hearted and fun tone of the whole show. Although it wasn't only Caitlin making an impression in Barry's love life, but a familiar character from the comics also make an appearance, Linda Park. It would be nice to see her on screen and see how his relationship with Barry will go so far. What I liked about this episode is because it seems to have scrapped the whole Iris and Barry forced relationship for real now rather than make them separate in one episode then in the next one they're back in their ordinary way again. The slow motion scenes of the Flash either going fast or catching a bullet were jaw-dropping. The fan service and new appearances in the episode were well received. Easily the most fun episode of the season yet.

+Barry and Caitlin relationship, +Appearance of familiar characters from the comics, +Funny and goofy scenes mixing well with the episode, +No more Iris and Barry forced relationship, +Jaw-dropping visuals, +Fan service.

Verdict: 9.3/10

Getting Faster

[ThomasDrufke · 8/10 · 3 February 2015]

Tonight's Flash began with a moment that I think has been missing of late, the subtly heroic moments. I always love seeing the small things that our superheroes do. Sometimes it's just as emotionally impactful as saving the world. This week it seemed had a bit of a Valentine's day twist on the usual story. It had a few different "crazy for you" segments. It also seems as if we are getting introduced to a few more worthy love interests for Barry. I have been hard on the Iris character, so it was nice to see Caitlin take the lead this time.

We also left out where last week ended with Cisco helping Hartley out of prison in hopes of finding Ronnie. It makes sense that Cisco wants to contribute to finding Ronnie, but I think just telling everyone else up front that Hartley can help would have been smarter. That was just a little bit frustrating. Barry and Caitlin went on a sort of date. I think it's pretty obvious that Caitlin has a small crush on Barry. I'm all for it. It's much like the Oliver-Felicity romantic situation. Nobody really wants to see Iris or Laurel take that part of Barry and Oliver's life respectively. Panabaker was once again a bright spot this week. She has surprised myself and hopefully all of the previous doubters of her acting ability.

With that being said the episode did have it's fair share of goofy moments. Caitlin's drunkenness with her "did you peak?" comment felt a little out of place with her character, even if she's hammered. Praise goes to the villain this week. The writers successfully made a formidable opponent for Barry for once, and one I would gladly welcome back. The actress was decent, but props primarily goes to the special effects. It was almost as cool as Nightcrawler's was in X2.

But I had to mention the final 10 minutes or so. Barry's scene in jail with his father was a highlight of the season so far. It was bittersweet watching them openly talk about The Flash, even though they both know it wont help him get out of jail. And even though I doubt the show will directly address it this season, it's pretty cool seeing Gorilla Grodd on screen. The villain is difficult to pull off, especially on TV, but i'm very interested to see what they have in store.

+Panabaker

+Father-son scene

+Grodd

+Formidable villain

-Cisco's decisions

-Goofy at times

8.6/10

A lighthearted affair

[Fluke_Skywalker · 7/10 · 11 April 2016]

A bit of a lighter episode, with all of the Reverse Flash machinations set aside for a focus on Barry and Caitlin getting back out in the dating world (and hints of a possible romance for them in the future). There's some drama with the love to hate him Hartley, but the primary villain is another thinly developed freak of the week. Though she has an interesting power, it's ultimately not used quite as effectively as it could have been.

Thankfully everything else works well, including Barry's Dad discovering he's The Flash, and the lighthearted fun between Barry and Caitlin at a karaoke bar.

Ranking/Reviewing every Flash episode: Crazy For You

[lbramson · 6/10 · 10 June 2023]

Caitlin takes Barry to a bar while a teleporting villain named Peekaboo escaped jail. I know this will be an unpopular opinion because a lot of you really like this one, in fact, it's Danielle Panabaker's favorite episode! Which I simply don't get. The Flash is a great show, but every show has a misfire and to me, Crazy For You is not very good. It's not terrible like some later episodes but it's certainly the worst of Season 1! Maybe it's the villain or maybe it's the lighter tone, I don't know. I enjoy the one kareokee scene, it's funny and I quote it in my daily life but that's the only time I felt anything. I don't hate this episode as much as I used to, but I still think it sucks compared to the rest of the first season. A 6.5/10, not terrible, but not good either.