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Published Mar 20, 2026, 7:07 PM EDT

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There’s no dearth of shows for superhero fans. Some come and go quietly, like Wonder Man; some are widely sought out owing to fans’ love, like Daredevil: Born Again and Invincible; and some bridge the gap between an old universe and a new one, like John Cena’s Peacemaker season 2. So, while movies are an event, these shows are no less important for their fans, as they wait loyally season after season to follow their favorite hero’s fate. There’s one show that doesn’t fit this mold but is rather loved for its evil superheroes and its gritty nature.

We are talking about Eric Kripke’s The Boys. The fan-favorite show is an antithesis to superheroes that doesn’t hold back on getting political to make its point. Starring Antony Starr, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Jensen Ackles, and more, the series started as a satire but, with each season, expanded in unimaginable directions and even came too close to reality. We follow a ragtag group of vigilantes as they go up against corrupt superheroes led by Homelander (Starr).

The Emmy-nominated series always manages to scandalize its viewers and has been applauded for its cinematography, visuals, soundtrack, cast performances, and action sequences. In equal parts, it also receives criticism for its graphic violence, which some people can’t stomach. However, the series is finally concluding with its fifth and final season as Supes and Boys finally come face to face. The final season of The Boys will debut on April 8 on Prime Video, so gear up for maximum gore, some hard-hitting deaths, and a diabolical final ride.

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What to Expect From 'The Boys' Season 5

Mayhem and madness. After the events of season 4, Homelander has taken over America while the Boys are scattered. Nonetheless, the team will come together to make a last stand. Kripke previously told Collider's Steve Weintraub, “I just hope they're satisfied. I hope they end it, and they go, 'Fuck yeah, man. That was how that should have ended. I feel good about that.' We always say you want to send them out into the parking lot psyched, using a movie metaphor. So, I hope it ends, and they say, 'That was how it was supposed to end.' Just remember not to get too attached with any character."

The Boys season 5 debuts on April 8. Meanwhile, you can check out the first four seasons on Prime Video and stay tuned to Collider for more such updates.