The hit show The Boys is preparing for its last season, promising a major clash between the heroes and the super-powered villains. Showrunner Eric Kripke addressed concerns about some episodes in the upcoming season feeling unnecessary, assuring fans the final chapter will deliver.
The fifth season began last month, picking up a year after Homelander (Antony Starr) gained control. Hughie (Jack Quaid) and the rest of the team were held in a prison camp, while Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) joined forces with Annie (Erin Moriarty) and Kimiko (Karen Fukuhara) to break them out.
With the show nearing its finale and promising major events, creator Eric Kripke responded to fans who felt this season hasn’t had enough action.
Look, I’m seeing a lot of frustrated fans online, and honestly, it’s about the characters. The creator told TV Guide (through Deadline) that all the big stuff happening at the end won’t land if we don’t really know who these people are. And they’re asking for constant action? I mean, what did they expect, a massive fight every single episode? It’s like, you need to build the story and the people first!
Kripke said the show couldn’t afford to have action scenes constantly this season. He explained that without a sufficient budget, the direction would feel pointless and visually uninteresting – just movement without any real meaning.
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Regarding episodes some viewers considered unnecessary, the show’s creator explained they never intentionally made ‘filler’ content. The team always believed they were developing crucial aspects of the characters, even during those episodes.
He was determined to portray the characters in The Boys accurately and with depth, wanting to take the time to develop their backgrounds and make them relatable.
You know, even when things seem calm on the show, it’s often about big changes happening with the characters. It’s like, those quieter moments are actually really important for their development, even if it doesn’t always feel like it at the time.
He explained that people seem to think if something doesn’t directly advance the story, then nothing of value occurred. He found this frustrating, questioning what it even meant to say ‘nothing happened’.
The most dramatic events unfolded, but they weren’t the typical violent confrontations you might expect. If you’re looking for that kind of action, this isn’t the right place to find it.
Although the finale received a variety of reactions from fans, it was critically well-received, earning a 96% (now 97%) rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Collider called it a fitting and enjoyable end to Kripke’s unique superhero story.
The Boys season 5 is streaming on Prime Video, with the season finale releasing on 20 May.
I’m so excited! The latest issue of Living Legends is out, and it’s a beautiful, full-color 100-page tribute to Sir David Attenborough! You can grab a copy at any newsagent or order it online – I’m definitely getting mine!
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2026-05-08 01:49