The end is near for The Boys, and it’s going out with a bang. Season 5 has officially wrapped filming as of June 21, 2025, and is set to be the final chapter in the blood-soaked, politically charged saga that redefined superhero television.
With returning favorites, massive plot escalations, and surprise reunions, The Boys Season 5 is shaping up to be the most explosive season yet.
Final Season Confirmed
Season 5 was greenlit in May 2024 and officially declared the final season by showrunner Eric Kripke in June. According to Kripke, this was always the plan: a five-season arc that gives the show a satisfying and conclusive end. Production kicked off in November 2024 and wrapped in June 2025—setting the stage for a likely Summer 2026 release on Prime Video.
Kripke teased fans with one word to describe the season: apocalyptic.
Returning Cast and Star-Studded Additions
All the main players are back:
- Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
- Jack Quaid as Hughie
- Antony Starr as Homelander
- Erin Moriarty as Starlight
- Laz Alonso, Chace Crawford, Tomer Capone, Nathan Mitchell, and more
Perhaps most excitingly, Jensen Ackles reprises his role as Soldier Boy—but this time, he’s sticking around. Season 5 will fully explore the dark, twisted dynamic between Soldier Boy and his son, Homelander.
But the real jaw-dropper? A full-on Supernatural reunion. Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins are confirmed to appear alongside Ackles, sending fans of the CW show into a frenzy. These cameos are expected to be more than just Easter eggs—Kripke has hinted they’ll be “meaningful and wild.”
New cast members also include:
- Daveed Diggs (Hamilton, Snowpiercer)
- Mason Dye (Stranger Things)
What to Expect: Death, Chaos, and Closure
Kripke and the writing team are leaning hard into the show’s darkest themes yet. The final season promises:
- A deeper exploration of Homelander’s lineage and inner instability
- A definitive, no-holds-barred resolution to the Butcher vs. Homelander arc
- Several major character deaths—the show has never shied away from killing off fan favorites, and Season 5 will be no exception
- Increasing links to Gen V, the college-based spin-off, which Kripke confirmed will tie directly into the events of Season 5 in “very real and impactful ways”
Kripke described it as a “super-charged, devastating crescendo” where “no one is safe.”
Release Window & Post-Production
While Amazon has not given a specific release date yet, filming concluded in June 2025. Factoring in editing, VFX, and global marketing, most sources agree that Summer 2026 is the most likely window.
Highlights and Fan Hype
- Supernatural fans are getting the ultimate treat with Ackles, Padalecki, and Collins sharing the screen again.
- Butcher vs. Homelander is being set up as the ultimate confrontation—one likely to end in tragedy for one or both.
- Gen V characters may appear in crossover fashion, especially as Vought’s power structures continue to collapse.
✅ In Summary
- Status: Final season, post-production as of June 2025
- Expected release: Summer 2026 on Prime Video
- Why it matters: It promises a full-circle ending packed with fan service, emotional gut punches, and narrative closure.
Kripke has promised fans one thing above all: “It will end the way it was always meant to.” Whether that’s hopeful, brutal, or somewhere in between—strap in. The Boys aren’t going out quietly.
A Look Back At Season 3 and Season 4
The Boys Season 3 premiered on Amazon Prime Video on June 3, 2022, dropping its first three episodes at once before shifting to a weekly release schedule. It introduced major new players like Soldier Boy (Jensen Ackles) and Supersonic (Miles Gaston Villanueva), while escalating tensions among the main cast. The season delivered its signature satire and gory superhero takedowns, ultimately setting up seismic shifts for future storylines.
Season 3 explored deep internal fractures within The Boys team, especially around the alliance with Soldier Boy and the use of Temp V. This power struggle drove wedges between Hughie, Butcher, Starlight, and others, while Homelander’s growing instability and public brazenness shifted the stakes dramatically. The finale saw Ryan choosing to side with Homelander—an ominous development with major implications for the future.
Season 3 was well-received overall, with Rotten Tomatoes reporting a 98% critics score. Though some viewers noted a slightly slower mid-season pace, the season’s social commentary on power, media manipulation, and political extremism remained strong. The introduction of Victoria Neuman as a Vice Presidential candidate set the stage for a darker and more politically charged Season 4.
Key Takeaways
- Season 3 premiered June 3, 2022, and ran for 8 episodes.
- Major new characters included Soldier Boy, Crimson Countess, Supersonic, and Little Nina.
- The season ended with Ryan siding with Homelander, Butcher receiving a terminal diagnosis, and Victoria Neuman gaining political power.
Season 4: Political Chaos and Escalation
The Boys Season 4 debuted on June 13, 2024, with weekly episodes that concluded on July 18, 2024. The season picked up directly from the fallout of Season 3, with the United States on the brink of electing a supe-backed ticket, and Homelander now openly violent in public with growing support from radicalized fans.
Antony Starr continued his chilling portrayal of Homelander, now fully off the leash. His alliance with his son Ryan deepened, raising the specter of a next-generation threat. Meanwhile, Butcher, facing his shortened lifespan, became more unhinged and desperate in his pursuit of vengeance. Starlight (now fully integrated with The Boys) and MM took on larger leadership roles as the team faced moral dilemmas, resource shortages, and overwhelming odds.
The season tackled political extremism, online radicalization, and the fragility of democratic institutions, drawing deliberate parallels to real-world events. Victoria Neuman’s rise through the political ranks was at the heart of the plot, creating a more insidious type of antagonist—one that operated legally and publicly.
Season 4 also featured a controversial finale originally titled “Assassination Run,” which was renamed after the real-life attempted assassination of Donald Trump. The episode aired with a content warning due to parallels in political violence, reflecting how close the show’s satire hits to reality.
Season 4 Highlights
- Victoria Neuman is now the Vice Presidential nominee, setting up a showdown over control of the U.S. government.
- Butcher faces increasing recklessness and alienation due to his Temp V-induced terminal illness.
- Homelander openly displays violence and authoritarianism—with crowds cheering him on.
- Ryan continues to be molded by Homelander, turning into a potential future antagonist.
- The season ends with the world closer than ever to supe-led authoritarianism.
Reception: Season 4 currently holds a 92% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, praised for its unflinching social critique, sharp writing, and standout performances. The darker tone resonated with many fans, though others found the season more politically charged and bleak than prior installments.
Looking Ahead to Season 5
Season 5, confirmed as the final season, wrapped filming in June 2025 and is expected to premiere in 2026. The story will conclude the arcs of Homelander, Butcher, Starlight, and Ryan, as the war between supes and humans reaches a boiling point.
Showrunner Eric Kripke has promised a brutal and emotional final chapter, tying off storylines that have been building since Season 1. With the addition of returning *Supernatural* actors Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins, Season 5 will also feature intense fan-favorite reunions alongside the show’s trademark blood-soaked spectacle.
