Does The Flash strictly follow the comics?

It depends. Sometimes they might follow it closely, but other times they might take some liberties.

Riverdale has only loose connections to the comics. It reimagines the characters and plotlines, giving them a modern and sometimes quite different twist.

In general, the MCU has a loose connection to the comics. It borrows key elements while creating its own unique storylines and interpretations. This is done to bring fresh perspectives and attract a wider range of viewers.

Marvel's approach varies. In some cases, they follow the comics very closely, but there are also instances where they deviate quite a bit to bring something fresh and unique to the franchise.

It follows them to a large extent. But there are still some differences to make it more suitable for the screen.

Not exactly. The MCU takes inspiration from the comics but often makes changes to fit the cinematic universe's narrative and modern audience preferences.

Invincible does follow the comics pretty closely. There might be a few changes here and there for visual or narrative purposes, but it doesn't stray far from the original comic book.

In general, Marvel movies have a mix of adherence and deviation from the comics. They might change certain plot points or characterizations to fit the cinematic format or to add a fresh perspective. But the core elements usually remain intact.

The Walking Dead takes inspiration from the comics but makes some changes to keep the story fresh and engaging for the viewers. Some plotlines and character developments differ, but it still maintains the overall essence of the comic series.

Not really. The Joker's portrayal in movies often takes some creative liberties to make the character more appealing or relevant to the specific movie's storyline.