The Flash
Automatically track what you’re watching
Join a community with a new generation of fans
Join the community
Please enter all the fields
Please enter a correct Email
Yahoo emails are not allowed
This Email is already registered in Simkl
Name too short
Password is too short
You can choose a password length of not more than 50 characters. Do not forget to switch keyboard layout to the English. Do not choose a password too simple, less then 4 characters, because such a password is easy to find out. Allowed latin and !@#$%^&*()_-+=., characters
Create Free Account
Already have an account?  Enter  
Back
Welcome back!
Please enter all the fields
Incorrect login or password entered
Sign In
Forgot your password?
Don’t have an account?  Create Account  
Back
Forgot your password?
Please enter your Email
This Email is not registered in Simkl
Failed to send email, try again later
Don't worry. It's easy to reset.

Please enter your Simkl username or E-mail from your account to start the password recovery process.
Reset Password
We have sent instructions to the email address you provided during signup. Please follow the link from the email to continue.
Back

TOP

JOIN SIMKL
The Flash - S05E16 - Failure is An Orphan
 

Watch The Flash season 5 episode 16 Online

Failure is An Orphan

 
With the meta-human cure ready to use, Barry and Team Flash must figure out a way to subdue Cicada long enough to take it. Killer Frost steps in to help with the plan. Meanwhile, Joe eases back into work, and Nora isn't happy about the way her dad plans to stop Cicada.
 
Episode found on:
 
AD
 
Try 1 month of Paramount+ FREE. Thousands of episodes, live TV & exclusive originals–all in one place! »
AD
 
Stream the best of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and new movies now. Sign Up Now! »
 
 
 
 
The Flash / S05E16 : Failure is An Orphan
Season 5, Episode 16 | Aired on March 12, 2019 | TV-PG | 42 min. | The CW
Mark as watched
 
 
 
EPISODES
Season 5
Season 5
Season 5
Season 9
Season 8
Season 7
Season 6
Season 5
Season 4
Season 3
Season 2
Season 1
Specials
 
 
  • The Flash - Episode 1 - Nora
    Episode 1
    Nora
  • The Flash - Episode 2 - Blocked
    Episode 2
    Blocked
  • The Flash - Episode 3 - The Death of Vibe
    Episode 3
    The Death of Vibe
  • The Flash - Episode 4 - News Flash
    Episode 4
    News Flash
  • The Flash - Episode 5 - All Doll'd Up
    Episode 5
    All Doll'd Up
  • The Flash - Episode 6 - The Icicle Cometh
    Episode 6
    The Icicle Cometh
  • The Flash - Episode 7 - O Come, All Ye Thankful
    Episode 7
    O Come, All Ye Thankful
  • The Flash - Episode 8 - What's Past Is Prologue
    Episode 8
    What's Past Is Prologue
  • The Flash - Episode 9 - Elseworlds (1)
    Episode 9
    Elseworlds (1)
  • The Flash - Episode 10 - The Flash & The Furious
    Episode 10
    The Flash & The Furious
  • The Flash - Episode 11 - Seeing Red
    Episode 11
    Seeing Red
  • The Flash - Episode 12 - Memorabilia
    Episode 12
    Memorabilia
  • The Flash - Episode 13 - Goldfaced
    Episode 13
    Goldfaced
  • The Flash - Episode 14 - Cause and XS
    Episode 14
    Cause and XS
  • The Flash - Episode 15 - King Shark vs. Gorilla Grodd
    Episode 15
    King Shark vs. Gorilla Grodd
  • The Flash - Episode 16 - Failure is An Orphan
    Episode 16
    Failure is An Orphan
  • The Flash - Episode 17 - Time Bomb
    Episode 17
    Time Bomb
  • The Flash - Episode 18 - Godspeed
    Episode 18
    Godspeed
  • The Flash - Episode 19 - Snow Pack
    Episode 19
    Snow Pack
  • The Flash - Episode 20 - Gone Rogue
    Episode 20
    Gone Rogue
  • The Flash - Episode 21 - The Girl with the Red Lightning
    Episode 21
    The Girl with the Red Lightning
  • The Flash - Episode 22 - Legacy
    Episode 22
    Legacy

The Flash season 5 episode 16 Recap and FAQ

icon

Episode Summary

Barry Allen, the Flash, grapples with the changed world due to his time-traveling daughter. Team Flash concocts a plan to use a cure on their foe Cicada. Tensions rise as they try to convince Cicada to accept the cure, revealing that his niece, Grace, is also a meta-human. The plan takes a dire turn when a new, more formidable Cicada emerges, leading to Dr. Ambres' death and leaving the team facing an even greater threat.

Full Episode S05E16 Recap

### Opening Monologue by Barry Allen - Barry Allen, a forensic scientist and the Flash, describes his life and challenges, especially with his daughter from the future altering the present. ### S.T.A.R. Labs - Team Flash discusses the new developments with Cicada and their plans to use a cure on him. - Nora West-Allen reveals her concerns about changing timelines. ### Central City University (CCU) - A confrontation with an acid-throwing meta-human hints at a crucial event in Flash's history. ### S.T.A.R. Labs (Continued) - The team debates strategies to approach Cicada. - Barry struggles to find the right words to convince Cicada to take the cure. ### Central City Police Department (CCPD) - Joe and Cecile investigate Dr. Vanessa Ambres, suspecting her involvement with Cicada. - Barry and Iris discuss the challenges of convincing Cicada and their family dynamics. ### Jitters Coffee Shop - Nora and Iris bond over a new drink named after Nora. - An emergency at CCU prompts Flash and XS to investigate. ### Dr. Ambres' Interrogation - Joe and Cecile confront Dr. Ambres about her ties to Cicada. - Dr. Ambres is initially resistant but eventually agrees to cooperate. ### S.T.A.R. Labs (Revisited) - The team learns Grace Gibbons is a meta-human. - Barry decides to confront Cicada as Barry Allen, not the Flash. ### Confrontation with Cicada - Barry tries to appeal to Cicada's humanity, revealing Grace's condition. - Cicada agrees to take the cure under the condition that Dr. Ambres is involved. ### The Cure Administration - Tension rises as Cicada is administered the cure. - A power failure and attack disrupt the process, revealing a new, more dangerous Cicada. ### Aftermath - The new Cicada's identity is a mystery, posing a greater threat than before. - Dr. Ambres is killed, and the team regroups, shaken by the events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Barry Allen?

Barry Allen is a forensic scientist and the superhero known as the Flash.

What is Barry Allen's main challenge in this episode?

Barry's challenge is to fight crime, deal with the altered present due to his daughter's time travel, and confront Cicada.

Who is assisting Barry in fighting crime?

Barry is assisted by his friends at S.T.A.R. Labs.

What is the team's plan for Cicada?

The team plans to use a serum that suppresses dark matter in meta-humans on Cicada.

Who is Nora West-Allen?

Nora West-Allen is Barry Allen's daughter from the future.

What happens at Central City University (CCU)?

At CCU, Flash and XS confront an acid-throwing meta-human, signaling a key event in Flash's history.

What is Barry Allen's strategy to approach Cicada?

Barry decides to confront Cicada as himself, Barry Allen, rather than as the Flash.

Why does Barry struggle in convincing Cicada to take the cure?

Barry struggles because Cicada is deeply anti-meta-human and doesn't trust the intentions behind the cure.

What role does Dr. Vanessa Ambres play in the episode?

Dr. Vanessa Ambres is suspected of aiding Cicada and eventually agrees to help the team find him.

What revelation is made about Grace Gibbons?

It's revealed that Grace Gibbons, Cicada's niece, is a meta-human.

How does the team plan to administer the cure to Cicada?

The team plans to cure Cicada at S.T.A.R. Labs with Dr. Ambres' assistance.

What unexpected event occurs during the cure administration?

A power failure and a new, more dangerous version of Cicada disrupt the process.

What happens to Dr. Ambres?

Dr. Ambres is killed by the new Cicada.

What is the team's reaction to the new Cicada?

The team is shocked and regroups, facing a greater threat than before.

What is the primary setting for most of the events in this episode?

Most events take place at S.T.A.R. Labs.

 
Reactions
 
ABOUT #THEFLASH S05E16 Newest Oldest Top Replies Top comments Top Memos Most Helpful Most Likes
Add Comment
 
Topic
 
Photo, Meme or GIF
 
Video
 
  ?
Drop image files here or click to upload
max 10MB photo or 2MB GIF
 
Add photo or GIF from web

How to add photo or GIF from web:

You can paste URL of the image inside your comment and it will be automatically converted into the image when reading the comment.
 
Find a GIF
 
Create a Meme

How to add a video:

To add a video paste video url directly into your comment. Example: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7L2PVdrb_8.
Do not post links to copyrighted video content (TV Episodes, Movies). Share them privately if needed.
English only please.  Home rules.
 
POST COMMENT
 
 
What do you think?
 
0
Upvote
0
Funny
0
Love
0
Surprised
0
Angry
0
Sad
 
Share this page with your friends and followers:
Get VIP
Become a Pro or a VIP member
and unlock premium perks
Become beta tester
Get access to the next version of Simkl V2
Apps
Simkl has apps for Android, iOS, Chrome,
Windows, Kodi, Plex and more!

Simkl automatically tracks what you’re watching, tells you how many episodes you’ve missed, recommends what to watch next based on your watch history, and connects you to what your friends are into.

The best way to keep track of your favorite TV shows!

Get alerted when new episodes of your favorite TV shows air!

Get personalized recommendations on what to watch!

125,149 TV Shows
13,472 Anime
877,673 Movies
3,299,355 Members
COMMUNITY
Simkl is nothing without you
Give feedback on Discord or Twitter, improve your Simkl skills through tutorials.
IMDB
Tutorials
Explore our tutorials to enhance your understanding of how to keep track of your watch history on Simkl.
What is Simkl?
Twitter
Twitter
Stay updated with Simkl on Twitter for the latest product developments and other interesting news about TV Shows and Movies.
Follow @Simkl
Discord
Discord
Chat with the Simkl team and fellow Simkl members. The ultimate community experience.
Join our Discord
Start tracking what you watch
Sign Up with Google
Sign Up with Email
MADE WITH ♥ IN NYC & UA
© 2024. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.