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5 days ago
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Hamish Linklater gets to chew a little scenery, as a treat, in Gen V season 2 trailer
Prime Video rolled out the trailer for the second season of its The Boys spin-off Gen V at Comic-Con tonight, including quite a few chances for new cast member Hamish Linklater—possibly best known for Midnight Mass, but who, given the superheroic context, will always be Clark Debussy from Legion to us—getting to deliver dry but enthusiastic monologues as the new dean of Godolkin University. The biggest question hanging over the season, meanwhile, gets addressed pretty quickly—at least, once the show establishes why Jaz Sinclair's Marie Moreau is coming back to this awful place: The trailer seemingly confirms that the magnetically powered Andre (played by the late Chance Perdomo) has died along with his actor between seasons. (With Sean Patrick Thomas, who played the character's father in season one, having a more prominent presence in the footage scene here, and a photo of Andre/Perdomo showing up in the trailer.) In interviews surrounding the panel, the show's cast and crew noted the importance of paying proper tribute to Perdomo, with showrunner Michele Fazekas stating that 'The thing I'm most proud of, when you watch the entirety of the season, is he is there the whole way, in a way that feels real—because it is real. I'm very proud that we honored him beginning to end.' Elsewhere, the promo shows off those things you'd naturally expect to see in the Boys universe: Lots of violence, temptations to power, and some light quipping about destiny and chosen ones. The panel also took time to shore up links between Gen V and The Boys—highlighted when some of the characters from the spin-off showed up, in particularly unpleasant ways, at the climax of The Boys' last season, and then some Boys characters returned the favor in the trailer—in the most overt way possible: Showing off the first teaser for the mothership show's fifth season, showing Antony Starr's Homelander in full dictator mode, promising to transform America into 'a safer, more god-fearing nation.' (And for those who like more Easter eggs, fewer depressing political allegories: Series creator Eric Kripke reportedly also worked in a Supernatural bit, showing off characters played by his old stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins.) Gen V returns for its second season on September 17. More from A.V. Club 3 new songs and 3 new albums to check out this weekend E! News gets the axe again Dave Letterman tears into "gutless" CBS over Colbert cancellation Solve the daily Crossword
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5 days ago
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GEN V Season 2 Trailer: Big THE BOYS Cameos, Heinous Secret Projects, and Bad Blood
Class is almost back in session at God U, and we can't wait to see what bloody exploits are next. Marie Moreau and her friends are living in a more dangerous world than ever before, returning to their not-so-beloved university after months of imprisonment. There's a new dean in charge and Supes are training to be soldiers in a war against humanity. This is all thanks to Homelander basically becoming the POTUS. So, what can we expect in Gen V season two? Prime Video and the show's creatives and stars did a big ole superhero landing at SDCC 2025 to reveal more details. One of the biggest reveals was a Gen V season two trailer that's incredibly bloody and introduces a mysterious new project involving God U called Odessa. In the clip, we get a surprise appearance by Annie, whom we last saw flying off as many of her Boys comrades were arrested. She tells Marie Moreau that she must go back to God U. Vought's Project Odessa is back in motion after many years and Marie is the one who has to stop it. There's a lot going on in this Gen V season two trailer, from big naked Emma to Black Noir. And we sadly see a file about Andre, which will lead to answers about that character's demise. As we know, Chance Perdomo sadly died in a motorcycle accident right before filming began for this season. Sean Patrick Thomas, who played Andre's father Polarity last season, will become a series regular now. And, we are also getting Ethan Slater as the infamous Thomas Godolkin in Gen V's second round. Personally, I'm excited about Hamish Linklater as the very terrible new dead at God U. In addition to this clip, we have a synopsis for this season: In Season Two, school is back in session. As the rest of America adjusts to Homelander's iron fist, back at Godolkin University, the mysterious new Dean preaches a curriculum that promises to make students more powerful than ever. Cate and Sam are celebrated heroes, while Marie, Jordan, and Emma reluctantly return to college, burdened by months of trauma and loss. But parties and classes are hard to care about with war brewing between Humans and Supes, both on and off campus. The gang learns of a secret program that goes back to the founding of Godolkin University that may have larger implications than they realize. And, somehow, Marie is a part of it. RELATED ARTICLE GEN V Season 2 Trailer Teases Dark Secrets and a Heartbreaking Andre Storyline What Is the Release Date for Season 2? Gen V will start its sophomore year when season two arrives on September 17. The first three episodes will drop on that premiere date, then the remainder of the season will release weekly until October 22. Solve the daily Crossword
Geek Culture
02-06-2025
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Amazon's 'Gen V' Season 2 Brings Superhero Action Back To School This Sep
The young superheroes of Gen V will soon re-enrol in Godolkin University, as Amazon has firmed up the release date for Season 2. As teased in a new trailer, the sophomore entry is set to feature several returning characters amid a gory blood mist when its first three episodes hit Prime Video on 17 September. Jaz Sinclair's Marie Moreau is at the front and centre of the action, leading a bloody rebellion with the help of her classmates. Joining the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina star are Lizze Broadway as Emma, Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap, London Thor and Derek Luh as Jordan Li, Asa Germann as Sam Riordan, and Sean Patrick Thomas as Polarity, all of whom reprise their roles from the first season. Hamish Linklater of Midnight Mass fame is a new addition to the roster, making his debut as 'the charismatic and charming newly-appointed' Dean Cipher. The real-life death of actor Chance Perdomo, who played Andre in The Boys spin-off series, was also addressed in the trailer, following the team's decision to continue with the show without recasting his character. 'As the rest of America adjusts to Homelander's iron fist, back at Godolkin University, the mysterious new Dean preaches a curriculum that promises to make students more powerful than ever,' reads the official synopsis for Gen V Season 2 . 'Cate and Sam are celebrated heroes, while Marie, Jordan, and Emma reluctantly return to college, burdened by months of trauma and loss. But parties and classes are hard to care about with war brewing between Humans and Supes, both on and off campus. The gang learns of a secret program that goes back to the founding of Godolkin University that may have larger implications than they realise. And, somehow, Marie is a part of it.' The college-set series was co-created by Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, with the former also serving as showrunner and executive producer alongside The Boys showrunner Eric Kripke, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Neal H. Moritz, Ori Marmur, Pavun Shetty, Ken Levin, Jason Netter, The Boys comic book creators Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, Michaela Starr, Ori Marmur, Thomas Schnauz, Steve Boyum, and Brant Engelstein. Season 2 of Gen V kicks off on 17 September and will air its season finale on 22 October. Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth's theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia's greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really. Amazon gen v gen v season 2 Prime Video The Boys
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01-06-2025
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‘Gen V' Season 2 Release Date Set at Amazon, First Trailer Addresses Chance Perdomo's Death
Amazon has set a release date for the second season of its college-set 'The Boys' spinoff series, 'Gen V,' and released the first teaser trailer for the new installment. The first three episodes of Season 2 will debut Sept. 17. Additional episodes will drop weekly on Wednesdays through the season finale Oct. 22. More from Variety Variety's Showrunners Sitdown: 'The Boys' Boss Eric Kripke on Writing to the Actors' Strengths and Not Wanting to 'Make Edgelord Material for Incels' 'Gen V' Season 2 Adds Hamish Linklater to Cast 'Gen V' Won't Recast Chance Perdomo's Role After Actor's Death, Sets Production for May Per Amazon's description for 'Gen V' Season 2, 'As the rest of America adjusts to Homelander's iron fist, back at Godolkin University, the mysterious new Dean preaches a curriculum that promises to make students more powerful than ever. Cate and Sam are celebrated heroes, while Marie, Jordan, and Emma reluctantly return to college, burdened by months of trauma and loss. But parties and classes are hard to care about with war brewing between Humans and Supes, both on and off campus. The gang learns of a secret program that goes back to the founding of Godolkin University that may have larger implications than they realize. And, somehow, Marie is a part of it.' The eight-episode first season of 'Gen V' starred Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau, the late Chance Perdomo as Andre Anderson, Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer, Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap, London Thor as Jordan Li, Derek Luh as Jordan Li, Asa Germann as Sam Riordan and Sean Patrick Thomas as Polarity. For Season 2, Hamish Linklater has joined the cast as Dean Cipher. 'Gen V' Season 1 aired from Sept. 29-Nov. 3, 2023 and was quickly renewed for a second season. Following Perdomo's sudden death in a motorcycle crash in March 2024, Amazon confirmed his role of Andre Anderson would not be recast and the planned storyline for Season 2 would be adjusted and production would be delayed accordingly. In the teaser trailer for 'Gen V' Season 2, Perdomo's real-life death is addresses by showing Andre's father Polarity (Thomas) enraged over his son's disappearance at the hands of Vought at the end of Season 1, and Polarity demanding answers from Dean Cipher about what 'really happened' to him. 'Gen V' was co-created by Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters. Fazekas serves as showrunner and executive produces alongside 'The Boys' showrunner Eric Kripke, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Neal H. Moritz, Ori Marmur, Pavun Shetty, Ken Levin, Jason Netter, 'The Boys' comic book creators Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, Michaela Starr, Ori Marmur, Thomas Schnauz, Steve Boyum and Brant Engelstein. Co-executive producers include Loreli Alanís, Gabriel Garcia and Jessica Chou. 'The Boys' spinoff is produced by Sony Pictures Television and Amazon Studios, in association with Kripke Enterprises, Point Grey Pictures and Original Film. Watch the teaser for 'Gen V' Season 2 below. Best of Variety What's Coming to Netflix in June 2025 New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week 'Harry Potter' TV Show Cast Guide: Who's Who in Hogwarts?
Buzz Feed
15-04-2025
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13 Promising Actors Who Died Before They Were 30, And It's Truly Heartbreaking
1. Chance Perdomo Chance Perdomo was best known for his work in the TV series Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and Gen V. He died at age 27 in 2024 in a motorcycle accident, according to the BBC. Gen V, which is expected to air Season 2 in the near future, did not recast Chance's role. Instead, they recrafted the upcoming season in light of his death. 2. Cameron Boyce Cameron Boyce was a Disney Channel alum who starred in the series Jessie and the movie franchise Descendants. He also had a notable role in the Grown Ups films. He died at age 20 in 2019 after suffering a seizure related to his epilepsy, according to ABC News. 3. Anton Yelchin Anton Yelchin starred in several major films in the '00s and '10s, including the Star Trek franchise and the drama Like Crazy. He died at age 27 in 2016 after his car rolled back and crushed him against his security gate, according to the Los Angeles Times. 4. Jansen Panettiere Jansen Panettiere was a prolific voice actor who had roles in the TV series Blue's Clues and The X's, as well as the films Racing Stripes, Robots, and Ice Age: The Meltdown. He died at age 28 in 2023 from an enlarged heart, according to NBC News. 5. Angus Cloud Angus Cloud starred in the hit TV series Euphoria and had roles in the films Freaky Tales, Abigail, and The Garfield Movie. He died at age 25 in 2023 from an accidental overdose, according to The Guardian. 6. Kyle Birch Kyle Birch starred in the West End production of A Strange Loop. He also starred in productions of The Color Purple and Once on This Island. He died at age 26 in 2024, according to Playbill. A cause of death has not been stated. 7. Cole Brings Plenty Cole Brings Plenty had a notable role in the Yellowstone prequel 1923. He also appeared in the TV series The Tall Tales of Jim Bridger and Into the Wild Frontier. Cole died at age 27 in 2024, according to the New York Times. A cause of death has not been stated. 8. James Dean James Dean starred in classic '50s films like East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant. He died at age 24 in 1955 after a car crash, according to the Los Angeles Times. 9. Dominique Dunne 10. Sharon Tate Sharon Tate was one of the biggest up-and-coming stars of '60s Hollywood, appearing in the TV show The Beverly Hillbillies and the films Valley of the Dolls and The Fearless Vampire Killers. She died at age 26 in 1969 after being murdered by the Manson Family cult. 11. Thuy Trang Thuy Trang starred as the original Yellow Ranger in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. She died at age 27 in 2001 in a car crash, according to Entertainment Weekly. 12. Heath Ledger Heath Ledger had major roles in hit films like 10 Things I Hate About You, A Knight's Tale, and Brokeback Mountain. He posthumously won an Oscar for his role as Joker in The Dark Knight. He died at age 28 in 2008 from an accidental overdose, according to the New York Times. 13. Finally, Edie Sedgwick
