Vought's beloved band of superhero psychopaths is ready to make a comeback to your screens with the highly anticipated The Boys Season 4 on Prime Video. From the release date and returning cast members to potential plot twists and more, everything you need to know is right here.
In July 2019, The Boys left their mark on the superhero genre, offering a fresh, gritty, and raw take that was extremely necessary after the lighthearted Marvel comedy trope took over. Garnering a vast fan base, the series witnessed skyrocketing popularity, culminating in the highly anticipated third season.
As anticipation rises for the next chapter, let's check out everything we've gathered so far about The Boys Season 4, including its release date, returning cast members, the expected plot and more.
The Boys is an Amazon series set in a universe where superheroes, also called Supes, are made and marketed by a giant corporation, Vought International. It follows a group of vigilantes, The Boys, aiming to counter corrupt Supes who abuse their powers.
The Boys Season 4: Release Date & Trailer
The Boys Season 4 is official. The first episode of the new season will be released on June 13, 2024.
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— THE BOYS (@TheBoysTV) February 22, 2024
In early December, Prime Video dropped the official teaser trailer for season 4
The Boys Season 4: Which Cast Members Are Likely To Return
The Boys had an amazing cast for the past three seasons, with Antony Starr especially standing out for his spectacular performance of Homelander, who's basically Superman with Mommy issues. Freud would have had a field day with this one! The rest of the cast delivered as well, really emphasizing the messed up world they're portraying through excessive swearing and dark humor!
The returning cast for The Boys Season 4 includes:
- Karl Urban as Butcher
- Jack Quaid as Hughie
- Laz Alonso as MM
- Tomer Capone as Frenchie
- Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko
- Erin Moriarty as Starlight
- Chace Crawford as The Deep.
That's not every familiar face we think might return for season 4, and we're especially hopeful for Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy. His satirical, toxic masculine portrayal of Captain America really elevated the show and not to forget about his relation with Homelander.
Showrunner Eric Kripke has hinted that the show follows the premise of never closing a door, leaving room for surprise appearances from characters presumed dead or gone. Soldier Boy already had his first guest appearance in the spin-off of the show, Gen V.
Considering there's also an Easter egg that introduced us to one of the main cast members of Gen V in season 3, there might be more hidden details to come in season 4 as well.
The Boys Season 4's Plot Continues After Gen V's Season Finale
While an official synopsis for Season 4 is yet to be released, showrunner Eric Kripke has provided some insights into what viewers can expect.
The focus will be on Ryan, Homelander's son, who becomes the center of a power struggle between Butcher and Homelander. Considering Homelander lasered a guy's head off after he assaulted his son, there is nothing the roided up Supe won't do to protect him.
There's also the Temp-V which temporarily gives ordinary people superpowers, although there are some dire aftereffects. Especially, Butcher will be hard-pressed to find a solution to this virus.
And, most importantly, the Gen V season finale directly ties into The Boys' next season – I won't spoil anything if you somehow slept on Gen V, but just be aware that even Kripke himself said to Variety:
It’s like there’s Season 3 of “The Boys,” and then after that “Gen V” takes place, and then after that “The Boys” Season 4 takes place. And then after that, “Gen V” Season 2 takes place.
That's basically the anti-thesis of other superheroes' messed up timelines and surprisingly refreshing, kind of lessening the multiverse-fatigue that plagues other hero stories (won't name any names). Still, The Boys and Gen V now officially go hand in hand.
What Happened In The Boys Season 3?
Season 3 of The Boys took fans on a rollercoaster of emotions, unveiling shocking revelations and intense confrontations. From Maeve's covert assistance for Butcher and the introduction of Soldier Boy, the season was filled with action-packed scenes and gripping narratives centering around familial relations.
Homelander's descent into chaos and the explosive finale that left fans on the edge of their seats set the stage for an epic continuation in Season 4.
The Boys Season 4 is set to be the most thrilling chapter yet, building on the success of its predecessors. Although no official release date has been announced, fans can expect more blood-pumping action, intense character arcs, and surprising twists as the story unfolds.
As we eagerly await the official trailer and release date, rest assured that The Boys will continue to captivate audiences with its unique blend of dark humor, action, and social commentary. If you need to fill the gap until the next season, Gen V hits that same sweet spot and perfectly fills the gap left behind by season 3 and ties directly into the upcoming season 4.
If you want some more The Boys fun, you might be interested in the origins of the show.
The Origins Of The Boys
For those of you who didn't know, just like Invincible, The Boys is based on a comic series as well, although for this one, Amazon decided to go with a live action adaptation and change some story elements.
The Boys started out as a comic series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson back in 2006. Just like the show, the comics critiqued the superhero genre, depicting superheroes as corrupt, backed by the incredibly powerful corporate group, Vought International.
The comics gained critical acclaim thanks to their dark humor and violent, gritty narrative, as they explore themes of power, celebrity, and moral accountability, while providing a cynical take on the traditionally virtuous superhero archetype.
The show does include some changes, though, as for example in the comics, Butcher's wife Becky never survived giving birth to the super baby. There's a bunch of other stuff they changed that's actually even more messed up, but why not find that out for yourself?