Frank Abagnale Jr. uses the fake alias "Barry Allen," which is the secret identity of the DC superhero The Flash.
Film/Series: Catch Me If You Can
Category: Reference Homage
Timestamp: 00:52:10
When Frank is cornered in the hotel room by Carl Hanratty, he confidently flashes a wallet and introduces himself as Secret Service agent "Barry Allen." Carl doesn't realize he's being played until later, when a fellow agent points out that Barry Allen is the comic book alter ego of The Flash. It perfectly mirrors Frank's ability to run away from the law at lightning speed.
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