: Majors attempts to hold the line against the metallic metahuman. Despite his bravery and experience, he is ultimately outmatched by Woodward's brute strength and invulnerability.
: 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. [S2E21] Det. Dave Majors
: 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. : Majors attempts to hold the line against
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 " Greg Grunberg is a long-time friend of Smith’s,
: 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
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.