Executive Producer For The CW's ARROW On Keeping Oliver's Secret Identity A Secret

Executive Producer For The CW's ARROW On Keeping Oliver's Secret Identity A Secret

There may not be a new episode of The CW's Arrow tonight but courtesy of Collider, we have some new details about the show's progression towards the season finale thanks to an interview with executive producer Marc Guggenheim. Visit our Green Arrow section for more Arrow news.

By MarkJulian - Apr 10, 2013 08:04 AM EST
Filed Under: Green Arrow
Source: Collider








Highlights:
-Guggenheim shares that working on Eli Stone with fellow producers Andrew Kreisberg and Greg Berlanti- a show that was always on the cusp of being cancelled; they learned to not save anything for later.
- Confirms that despite Seth Gabel signing up for the ABC pilot Gothika, his contract permits him to return to Arrow as "The Count" (Vertigo) and that there have been some preliminary discussions about how to bring the count back in Season Two
- Admits that they have taken into account the fan reaction to the number of people that have learned The Hood's (Green Arrow) secret identity and says the show will be 'more protective' of that moving forward.
-Commenting on an overheard rumor, the obscure DC Comics character Gravedigger won't be appearing on the show... at least not in Season One
-Says the relationship between Oliver and Felicity will definitely be explored moving forward
-Episode 21 is a turning point for the show



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Arrow (CW) Trailer by All Thats Bueno

Running Time: 60 min
Release Date: October 10, 2012
MPAA Rating: Tv-14
Starring: Katie Cassidy, Stephen Amell, David Ramsey, Byron Mann, Colin Donnell, Colin Salmon, Paul Blackthorne, Emily Bett Rickards, John Barrowman, Roger R. Cross and Willa Holland
Creators: Greg Berlanti, Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg
Characters: George Papp (character) and Mort Weisinger (character)

After a violent shipwreck, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island in the Pacific. When he returns home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira, much-beloved sister Thea, and best friend Tommy welcome him home, but they sense Oliver has been changed by his ordeal on the island. While Oliver hides the truth about the man he’s become, he desperately wants to make amends for the actions he took as the boy he was. Most particularly, he seeks reconciliation with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance. As Oliver reconnects with those closest to him, he secretly creates the persona of Arrow – a vigilante – to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory. By day, Oliver plays the role of a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer he used to be – flanked by his devoted chauffeur/bodyguard, John Diggle – while carefully concealing the secret identity he turns to under cover of darkness. However, Laurel’s father, Detective Quentin Lance, is determined to arrest the vigilante operating in his city. Meanwhile, Oliver’s own mother, Moira, knows much more about the deadly shipwreck than she has let on – and is more ruthless than he could ever imagine.


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Philvis
Philvis - 4/10/2013, 8:48 AM
I enjoy the show quite a lot. The only thing I've not liked thus far is how Tommy knows his identity. I think that was a silly move, as you know Tommy is bound to take over the Dark Archer role.
SKOne
SKOne - 4/10/2013, 8:53 AM
I definitely love Arrow and I look forward to it every week. I think that even though it is more realistic for more people to know the vigilante's identity, it doesn't exactly seem like it gives the show a lot of longevity. I also just wanted to mention that I don't know if anyone has noticed, but Laurel has been choked or hit in the neck more times than any other character I have seen in a tv show, so I would say that the producers are looking at a way to maybe give her at least a higher frequency scream.
GUNSMITH
GUNSMITH - 4/10/2013, 9:15 AM
SHOW IS AWESOME. BUT I WOULD LIKE TO SEE HIM IMPROVE THE WAY HE MASKS HIMSELF. IN ONE EPISODE HE GOT KNOCKED OUT AND ALL THE GUY NEEDED TO DO TO RECOGNIZE HIM IS LIFT THE HOOD. THE FACEPAINT CAN ONLY HIDE SO MUCH YAKNOW...IF YOU GOT HIM TO WEAR AN ACTUAL DOMINO EYEMASK AND MAYBE EVEN HAD HIM WEAR A FAKE BLONDE MUSTACHE AND GOATIE BEARD SO HE ALMOST LOOKS DEAD ON GREEN ARROW LIKE IN THE BOOKS...NOW THAT WOULD BE COOL.


knighted
knighted - 4/10/2013, 9:18 AM
I want to know if he's ever going to be arrow on the show instead of the hood.
thewonderer
thewonderer - 4/10/2013, 9:19 AM
People need to remember this is a young green arrow. He is already green arrow, unlike supes in smallville, but still young.

This show quickly became one of the best shows on tv. Better than walking dead right now let me tell you!
daveB
daveB - 4/10/2013, 9:24 AM
Its my guilty pleasure to watch this show. Its getting better as time goes by.
gmoney0505
gmoney0505 - 4/10/2013, 9:24 AM
I like the show. They say no to Diggle and Felicity. They have better chemistry than Ollie and Felicity deserves someone better than Ollie because we all know who he ends up with in the end. She dont need that.

@Gunsmith
I have also thought a fake mustache would do way more wonders for hiding an identity than just a domino mask. Only full proof way to protect the identity is have a full mask like Deathstroke. I just think that is one of the forward progression later on in another season that Ollie makes an improvement on.

mowood28
mowood28 - 4/10/2013, 9:34 AM
LOVE this show. I agree with the mask comment. Tommy learning Oliver's hood identity, has made him a more interesting character. I thought it was a silly move at first, but now I agree that it was needed for his character. I am interested in seeing where it goes.

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AxeiumTheory
AxeiumTheory - 4/10/2013, 9:43 AM
One of my favorite shows currently on TV. I agree that he definitely needs a mask instead of the green makeup, and I CANNOT wait for the day he stops being called "The Hood." I don't know why that name bugs me so much. I think it brings back terrible memories of "The Cape" for some reason. God that show was horrible.
GeekyCheekyChic
GeekyCheekyChic - 4/10/2013, 10:46 AM
show really grew on me from the pilot to now. great show. better- infinitely better than Smallville and Birds of Prey and the CBS series The Flash.
Supershadowbat
Supershadowbat - 4/10/2013, 10:46 AM
Hopefully they add the mask in season 2. Arrow has definitely gotten better as the season progressed. Can see Oliver becoming the GA we know and love in the comics. The characters on the show especially Tommy and Felicity are being given more depth. Love Arrow.
superotherside
superotherside - 4/10/2013, 11:04 AM
Can't wait. The show has gotten really good lately.
jlabatman
jlabatman - 4/10/2013, 11:14 AM
Love this show, but put the damn mask on already. Seriously, it is easier to put on and takes less time! Canary needs to really start "crying" already, shatter some damn windows or something and put on the damn fishnets!
Jer3miah
Jer3miah - 4/10/2013, 11:45 AM
My gripe with this show? Tch, very little because the show is REALLY good. The only reason why I'd watch TV these days. Believe me, that's saying a lot.

Unfortunately, the show seems to be dragging out the flashbacks too long. I know 'why', but it's just not as engaging. 'Least not the last two episode flashbacks. Maybe more..

On another note, I feel they should implement Batman's rogue gallery more carefully. That farce known as the Royal Flush gang was crap. Mainly because they 'threw' them in at the last minute.[ the writers/producers]
That family wasn't initially them, but the producers had this [genius] idea to add them in as the Royal Flush literally at the last second. I felt that to be very stupid and dishonorable to the actual gang.

Besides that and other minor things, show's awesome. Sorry for ranting, but I just had to get this out. O_o
PeterParker1991
PeterParker1991 - 4/10/2013, 2:18 PM
Almost gave up on this show after Oliver unmasked to Tommy. Secret Identities are meant to help him protect his loved ones. Can't protect no one if every other person on the damn show knows who he is, can he? He needs an actual mask going forward like Huntress. Considering how rich he is you'd think he could afford something better than wearing face paint. Seriously. Oh, and he should definitely get with Felicity cause she's hot even if its for a few episodes or whatever. Other than that good show
SnapperCarr
SnapperCarr - 4/10/2013, 2:50 PM
I would love for Paul Dini to come and write a few episodes for this show like he did with Batman The Brave and the Bold.

Or maybe get Weismann now that YJ is over.
Hewillrises0609
Hewillrises0609 - 4/10/2013, 6:01 PM
Good show
AmazingFantasy
AmazingFantasy - 4/10/2013, 7:02 PM
Suit will be improved and mastered in S2
drummerboy
drummerboy - 4/10/2013, 9:40 PM
Domino masks suuuuuuuck!!!! I agree with everyone about Ollie needing to conceal his identity better, but I have always thought domino masks are pretty silly if its all about 'covering up'. Maybe something like Iron Fists mask under the hood could do the trick??!!
Mrmo416
Mrmo416 - 4/11/2013, 9:58 AM
I agree with drummerboy. I think a half ski mask would be perfect. I also like the idea of a fake goatee.

I think at the end of the season, someone on CBM needs to do a poll for suggestions about season 2. Based on this article, it's clear that the producers are listening to the fanbase. So, if we can do some polling to show that 10,000+ fans want a better mask (or whatever else you guys want), then we may have a good shot at being heard.
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