For years, theArrowversesat at the center of attempts to bring the pantheon of DC characters to television audiences. Beginning with 2012’sArrowand growing to encompass a slew of interconnected shows likeBatwoman, Supergirl,andLegends of Tomorrow,the universe’s main continuity came to an official end with 2023’sThe Flashseason 9 finale.
While DC fans now have a whole new era of film and television content to look forward to as James Gunn pushes forward with his revamped DC Universe, manyviewers continue to mourn the loss of the franchise’s first major interconnected television universe. However, two new shows are proving that the former faces of the Arrowverse continue to draw viewers.
Countdown & The Waterfront Both Feature Arrowverse Cast Members
Prime Video’s & Netflix’s New Crime Dramas Feature Some Familiar Faces
Currently sitting in the Top 10 charts for their respective streaming services, Prime Video and Netflix,bothCountdownandThe Waterfrontfeature actors who would be familiar to any Arrowverse fans. JoiningSupernatural’sJensen Ackles in his new crime drama,Countdown,are two former cast members fromThe Flash, Jessica Camacho and Violett Beane.
Camacho, who playsCountdown’sDEA agent Amber Oliveras, first joinedThe Flashas theEarth-19 bounty hunter Gypsyin season 3 and would eventually embark on a long-distance relationship with Carlos Valdes’s Vibe. While Beane, who plays FBI agent Evan Shepherd, playedEarth-2’s Jesse WellsAKA Jesse Quick.
Meanwhile, Netflix’sThe Waterfrontboasts an Arrowverse Kryptonian in the form ofSupergirl’sMelissa Benoist. Playing a recovering alcoholic and drug addict,Benoist’s latest role is a major departurefrom her previous costumed crime-fighting exploits.
Why Countdown & The Waterfront Are Worth Watching For Arrowverse Fans
The Supergirl and Flash Stars Get A Chance To Flex Their Acting Muscles
Having played Kara Zor-El for all ofSupergirl’ssix seasons, it may be hard for manyArrowversefans to see Supergirl herself tackle a grittier and deeply flawed character in the form of Bree Buckley. Intelligent, but hot-tempered and struggling to maintain her sobriety,Benoist’s new Netflix character showcases her flexibilityas a performer and allows viewers to see her in an entirely different light.
As forCountdown’sown Arrowverse alumna, it also offers viewers a chance to see both Camacho and Beane bring their crime-fighting experience to a world without costumed superheroics. Moreover, it also places them directly opposite Ackles, who for many years was also a fan-favorite pick to play Batman within the Arrowverse.
While these new shows may offer a very different kind of viewing experience from the pulp appeal of bothThe FlashandSupergirl, these latest streaming offerings continue to offer fans a chance to reconnect with several of their formerArrowversefavorites.
Countdown
Cast
Countdown, released in 2025, follows LAPD detective Mark Meachum as he joins a secret task force composed of undercover agents from various law enforcement branches. Following the murder of a Department of Homeland Security officer, they uncover a deep conspiracy, igniting a time-sensitive mission to protect millions.
The Waterfront
The Waterfront: The Waterfront follows a prominent North Carolina fishing family as they navigate through dangerous waters to salvage their deteriorating business empire. Released in 2025, the drama unfolds amid the family’s efforts to preserve their legacy in the face of mounting challenges.
