Arrow is a superhero action series based on the DC Comics character Green Arrow. The series follows Oliver Queen, a billionaire playboy who becomes a vigilante after being stranded on a deserted island for five years. Armed with a bow and arrow, Oliver fights against crime and corruption in his hometown of Starling City. With its thrilling action sequences, complex characters, and interconnected universe, Arrow has become a cornerstone of the Arrowverse, a shared television universe featuring other DC Comics superheroes. The series has been praised for its compelling storytelling and well-choreographed fight scenes.