[s2e21] Det. Dave Majors -
Though Dave Majors does not survive his encounter with Girder, his death serves as a critical emotional beat for Iris West and Barry Allen, fueling their urgency to stop Woodward before he can hurt anyone else. He remains a fan-favorite "one-off" character due to Grunberg’s charismatic performance.
: The name "Dave Majors" is a nod to Lee Majors , the star of The Six Million Dollar Man . This fits the show's tradition of naming minor characters after iconic sci-fi and action stars. [S2E21] Det. Dave Majors
In the DC Television Universe (Earth-1), Dave Majors is a veteran detective with the Central City Police Department (CCPD). He is portrayed by actor . While his screen time is brief, his presence adds a layer of "old-school" grit to the high-tech world of S.T.A.R. Labs. The Role in " The Runaway Dinosaur " Though Dave Majors does not survive his encounter
: During the episode, Majors is on duty at the CCPD when the station comes under siege by a reanimated, zombie-like Tony Woodward (Girder). This fits the show's tradition of naming minor
: Majors represents the "everyman" hero of Central City. Unlike Joe West, who is "in" on the Flash's secret, Majors is a reminder of the standard police officers who have to face metahuman threats with nothing but standard issue sidearms. Legacy and Impact
: This episode was directed by Kevin Smith . Greg Grunberg is a long-time friend of Smith’s, and his casting was a deliberate "Easter egg" for fans of their collaborative history.