The Boys Predicted Yet Another Real-Life News Story Before It Happened

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Warning: This article contains SPOILERS for The Boys season 5, episode 5, “One Shots.”

Many viewers are drawn to The Boys because of its dark stories and unique spin on superheroes. However, the show’s humor is also a major topic of discussion. Some find the comedy overly graphic and crude, while others believe it’s essential to what makes The Boys stand out.

The satirical superhero show, The Boys, doesn’t hold back with its humor. It’s known for poking fun at everyone from celebrities and politicians to other popular shows like The Last of Us, and it’s consistently lampooned characters from both Marvel and DC universes over the years.

The latest episode of The Boys season 5 continued the show’s tradition of satirizing celebrities with a slew of guest stars, solidifying its consistent style in its final season. This made a particular scene in “One Shots” especially noteworthy. Continuing a pattern of foreshadowing real-world events, The Boys did it again in episode 5.

The recent episode followed multiple characters and their personal stories, all connected to the larger plot. This allowed Sister Sage to have a dedicated scene where she explained her plan to Ashley. However, pulling Ashley away from her responsibilities as Vice President angered the former CEO of Vought.

Okay, so Ashley bursts into Sage’s office and immediately drops this line about almost getting every news channel shut down except VNN. It initially came across as a bit of a throwaway gag, honestly. But the more I thought about it, the more it struck me as… unsettlingly relevant. It’s a little too close to a real-world situation happening in the news right now, and that’s what makes it stick with you.

Ashley Predicts A Real-Life News Item In The Boys Season 5, Episode 5

Ashley’s threat to revoke the licenses of all broadcasters except Vought is clearly an over-the-top idea meant to be shocking. However, it doesn’t feel completely unrealistic, especially considering that the FCC recently announced a review of ABC’s license due to further issues involving Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump – though this is a much less dramatic situation.

After his show was temporarily pulled from the air in 2025 due to jokes about the US President, Jimmy Kimmel recently made comments about Melania Trump that have again caused problems for him and ABC with the Trump Administration, leading to a quick review of the situation.

Sky News reports that eight TV stations owned by Disney will have their licenses reviewed sooner than expected. This comes as the Trump administration continues to pressure network executives to fire Jimmy Kimmel.

Jimmy Kimmel’s recent joke didn’t land well after the White House Correspondents’ dinner, and the idea of a network losing its license over it seems like an extreme reaction. This makes a small joke from the show The Boys surprisingly impactful, as it now closely reflects real-world events, even though it was always meant to be exaggerated.

In the past, The Boys cleverly used satire to comment on current events and poke fun at celebrities and politics. But now, the show seems more focused on being shocking, and it’s actually getting lost in the constant stream of real-world headlines. Even the controversial joke about the FCC isn’t the most outlandish thing to happen in the current season.

That’s Not Even The Weirdest The Boys Storyline That Has Come True This Season

It’s strange to see a joke from The Boys about the FCC actually happening, but it’s not as surprising as the show accurately foreshadowing the controversy surrounding Donald Trump’s use of AI. While Homelander’s character definitely draws inspiration from the US President, he’s also filled with so many odd and unexpected traits, suggesting the creators intentionally made him a truly bizarre figure.

Homelander’s unusual habits, like his love of milk and constant need for praise, initially seemed like attempts to connect with his humanity. However, by season 5, he’s become convinced of his own godhood. After a visit from the ghost of Madelyn Stillwell, he actively tries to be worshipped as a god, even going so far as to rename churches and create religious texts centered around himself.

The show appeared to be exaggerating for comedic effect, but then Donald Trump unexpectedly posted an AI-created image of himself resembling Jesus. Despite claiming he believed the image showed him as a doctor, this real-life event actually amplified the humor of the scene from the show.

Even the creator of The Boys was surprised by how closely the show’s plot mirrored the recent scandal involving Donald Trump and AI-generated religious imagery. While the show has been accused of being overly obvious and exaggerated in its social commentary, these real-world connections actually reinforce its relevance and justify its bold approach.

Ending The Boys after five seasons might be a smart move, considering real-world events are now often as shocking and unbelievable as the show’s satirical humor. This makes the show’s jokes feel consistently fresh and relevant, explaining why it remains funny even after all this time.

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2026-05-06 00:09