Well, he was fast. boys The series finale aired just two days ago, but Prime Video clearly wants to keep that momentum going by releasing the first teaser of the prequel series. what rising. with spinoff series Gen V Canceled after two seasons, what rising and a schematic Boys: Mexico Must carry the franchise banner.
(for spoilers boys Series finale below.)
boys‘ The fifth season set up the final confrontation between Antony Starr’s Homelander and Karl Urban’s Butcher – the former seeking the original V compound that would make him immortal, the latter trying to commit genocide with a super-specific virus. Homelander succeeded in his quest, but he wasn’t exactly an invincible god. Both sides of the conflict (especially RIP Frenchy) suffer heavy losses, and Homelander is ultimately defeated and killed by a vengeful Butcher. (The star still hasn’t received her much-deserved Emmy; her portrayal was just too stellar.)
According to the official logline: “Set in the 1950s, the prequel series explores the twisted origins of Vought International. The teaser offers a devilish first look at the world and story that will define this next evolution of the franchise.” According to series creator Eric Kripke, this prequel sees Supes start out in the military before moving into a lucrative private sector – which would eventually become Vought International. Given the time and period, Supes’ costume designs were inspired by USO performers.
Jensen Ackles reprized his role as Bane/Soldier Boy – when he still had patriotic ideals – alongside Ayya Cash, who was memorable as the covert Nazi supe, Stormfront (aka Clara Vought), boys. Mason Dye plays Robbie/Bombsite (also from S5), Will Hochman plays Torpedo, Elizabeth Posey plays Private Angel, and Ethan Slater reprises his role Gen V Preface by Thomas Godolkin. (Kripke has stated that other characters from the franchise series may also appear.) The main cast includes KiKi Layne, Jordan Mayeri, Niccolo Pacetti, Ricky Staffieri and Brian J. Smith in as-yet undisclosed roles.
what rising Will premiere on Prime Video in 2027.
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