Despite its flaws, the backdoor pilot episode for a potiential new spin-off has enough intriguing content to justify a new superhero show.
The story line was solid. I wish that Rene and Zoe Ramirez had more screen time, since they have plenty of good chemistry, and they are two underrated characters in my opinion. The introduction to a new Deathstroke gave me mixed feelings. While I am intrigued by who is under the mask, I am getting sick of them trying to do Deathstroke without Manu Bennett.
The story line's best things about it were Laurel's strong character development, the surprising twists, the introduction to a new villain who reminds me of Dr. Alchemy from the third season of The Flash, and a strong ending that leaves plenty to be desired.
The action scenes were good, but very unmemorable. I love the fact that Dinah Drake has her Canary cry back, I think that brining it back was a great idea. I hope that if they decide to go ahead with this new show, that they try to make the action scenes just as memorable as the first two seasons' action scenes.
The cast did excellent. While I'm sure the cast will do well if they greenlight the spinoff, Stephen Amell's presence will be greatly missed, as he brought depth and emotion to the character. Katie Cassidy's performance, in my opinion, was the best out of the three leads. Katherine McNamara once again showed that she can hold her own very well, same with Juliana Harkavy.
Overall, while it has some obvious flaws, the backdoor pilot episode for a potiential new spin-off has plenty of intrigue, lots of great plot twists, solid action scenes, plenty of emotion, and strong performances from its three female leads to justify it.
Out of a 10 I would give it...
7.6 out of 10
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