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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Boys Season 5 teaser drops as show nears endgame: Check final season's release timeline, new cast and what to expect
Fans attending San Diego Comic-Con 2025 were in for a major surprise when Prime Video dropped the first teaser for The Boys Season 5 , the final chapter of the hit superhero satire created by Eric Kripke. Though brief, the teaser captured the show's trademark chaos and brutality, offering a glimpse into the carnage and high-stakes drama expected in the upcoming season. The teaser opened with Homelander, played by Antony Starr, addressing the nation in his new role as America's dominant figure. He declares the country 'a safer, more God-fearing nation,' suggesting his iron grip over the U.S. government has only tightened. The footage, true to the series' tone, was graphic and unapologetically wild—featuring everything from violent explosions to a disturbing sequence where a supe vomits a bloody hairball. Crossovers and Returning Cast One of the teaser's biggest surprises was the return of Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy, along with brief appearances by Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins. Their addition expands the list of Supernatural alums joining The Boys universe, which already includes Jeffrey Dean Morgan. While the details of their roles remain under wraps, their inclusion serves as a nod to fans of the long-running CW series, also created by Kripke. The crossover with Gen V continues in Season 5. London Thor's Jordan Li appears briefly in the teaser, hinting at further integration between the two series. Characters like Maddie Phillips and Asa Germann had already crossed into The Boys during the Gen V finale, and their presence is expected to grow as the universe expands. The core ensemble is back for the final showdown—Karl Urban as Billy Butcher, Jack Quaid as Hughie, Erin Moriarty as Starlight, Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko, Laz Alonso as M.M., and others. New cast members include Daveed Diggs and Paul Reiser, further adding to the mix. Behind the Scenes: End of an Era Filming for Season 5 wrapped on July 2, 2025. Eric Kripke shared his reflections on social media, calling the conclusion 'bittersweet' but emphasizing his gratitude for the timing, cast, and crew. Erin Moriarty also expressed her emotions, saying her farewell to the cast was deeply personal. Kripke has previously stated to TVLine that the decision to end the show with five seasons was planned well in advance, suggesting a carefully crafted conclusion rather than an abrupt ending. Release Timeline While no official release date has been confirmed, Season 5 is expected to premiere in 2026 on Amazon Prime Video. In the meantime, Gen V Season 2 will return on September 17, 2025, offering fans more content from the shared universe. Season 5 is produced by Sony Pictures Television alongside Point Grey Pictures, Original Film, Kripke Enterprises, Kickstart Entertainment, and KFL Nightsky Productions. With the teaser setting the stage for what Eric Kripke has called the show's version of the apocalypse, The Boys appears ready to deliver a powerful and unpredictable finale.
Mint
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Jensen Ackles on reunion with Supernatural co-stars in final season of 'The Boys': 'It was quite an experience'
'Supernatural' fans will soon witness a long-anticipated on-screen reunion as Jensen Ackles expressed enthusiasm over once again collaborating with former co-stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins in the concluding season of 'The Boys'. In a recent interview with People, Ackles opened up about his enduring friendship with Padalecki and Collins, saying, 'We see each other more often than you would think — honestly, at least once a month.' Reflecting on the recent experience of having both actors visit and work with him on the set, he shared, 'It was weird. It was like inviting my friends over to somebody else's house for dinner. I was like, 'Listen, guys, don't make me look bad. I got to stay here.' They were amazing. I can't wait to talk more about it because it was quite an experience.' The possibility of Padalecki joining the Prime Video series gained traction after Kripke publicly expressed his desire to work with the actor on 'The Boys' final season. Padalecki confirmed to Deadline last June that he was open to the idea. 'The answer is yes,' he said, signalling his willingness to reunite with his former showrunner and co-star. The fourth season of 'The Boys', which is currently airing, also saw the arrival of another 'Supernatural' alumnus. Jeffrey Dean Morgan, who portrayed the Winchester brothers' father in the earlier seasons of the CW series, made a memorable appearance as Joe Kessler — a hallucination tormenting Karl Urban's Billy Butcher. This week, Kripke marked the end of principal photography on The Boys' finale with a heartfelt message on social media. 'It's bittersweet, but my primary feeling is gratitude,' he wrote. 'We have the best cast, the best crew, the most fun story to write, and something that is impossible to predict: the right timing. You wait your whole career to have maybe two of those things, if you're lucky. We got all of them.' This reunion would not only serve as a nostalgic moment for long-time viewers of 'Supernatural', but also a fitting culmination to Kripke's two most iconic genre-bending series. Ackles, who starred as Dean Winchester for 15 seasons alongside Padalecki's Sam Winchester in Eric Kripke's cult CW series 'Supernatural' (2005–2020), joined 'The Boys' in its third season as Soldier Boy. Since then, The Boys has continued to attract a growing audience, with Kripke, the showrunner, now preparing to bring the story to a close with its upcoming fifth season. As production wraps and anticipation builds for the fifth and final season of The Boys, fans will be watching closely for any official announcements confirming the reunion that genre television enthusiasts have long awaited.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Boys Wraps Production on ‘Grand Finale' — When Will Season 5 Be Released?
That's a series wrap on The Boys! Production on the fifth and final season of Prime Video's satirical superhero saga concluded July 2, and series creator Eric Kripke took to Instagram to reflect on his last days on set. More from TVLine What to Watch in July: Your Guide to 170+ Premieres Across Broadcast, Cable and Streaming Every New Scripted Show Confirmed to Premiere in 2025 — Save the Dates! Select Prime Video Channels Are on Sale for $1/Month - Watch Starz, BET+, Paramount+, Hallmark+ and Others 'This is the last time I'll ever be on this set. It'll be torn down soon. It's bittersweet, but my primary feeling is gratitude,' the EP shared. 'We have the best cast, the best crew, the most fun story to write, and something that is impossible to predict: the right timing. You wait your whole career to have maybe two of those things, if you're lucky. We got all of them. To #TheBoys family: thank you, I love you all. To the fans: thanks for watching, can't wait for you to see the grand finale. That's a wrap.' Kripke's post was flooded by messages from the cast — including Jack Quaid, who commented: 'Love you dude. Thank you for literally everything.' Then there was Laz Alonso, who wrote, 'What a ride Krip! I can finally say I experienced lightning in a bottle,' while Valerie Curry said, 'Thank you for this once in a lifetime experience.' Fellow cast member Erin Moriarty also marked the end of production with an Instagram post of her own, writing in part, 'The tears have begun…. I said goodbye to most of my work family today and I'll be ready to smile about it when I'm ready to smile about it. To my Boys fam: love you, c*nts. forever.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eric Kripke (@erickripke1) On June 11, 2024, Kripke announced that The Boys would end with Season 5 — a final batch of episodes that will reunite Supernatural trio Jensen Ackles, Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins. 'The truth is we knew that it was going to be a five-season story for years now,' Kripke told TVLine shortly after the final-season announcement. 'I mean, probably since writing the beginning of Season 3, we knew, and so we were already laying down track that was always heading in this direction. Honestly, [Amazon has] been great about letting us end it on our own terms. I'm really grateful.' The Boys Season 5 does not yet have a release date, though it is expected to premiere in 2026. In the interim, college-set spinoff Gen V will return for Season 2 on Wednesday, Sept. 17. As previously reported, Ackles and Aya Cash (who plays Stormfront) will headline the prequel spinoff Vought Rising. A Spanish-language spinoff set in Mexico City is also in development. An A-to-Z List of 300+ Scripted Series View List Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! Get the Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch, P-Valley, Sugar, Anansi Boys and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Time of India
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Boys Season 5 Big Bombshell Update: Creator Eric Kripke spills the beans about filming, production, release window
The production of the fifth and final season of The Boys has officially ended. Eric Kripke, the creator of the Prime Video series , confirmed the news about Season 5 through a social media post. The story, based on a comic book series, will conclude after Season 5, which is set to premiere in 2026. What Creator Has to Say Eric Kripke posted a photo on Instagram from the set of The Boys. He was seen in The Seven's conference room inside the fictional Vought Tower. The ceiling mural of Homelander appeared above him in the picture. In his caption, Kripke expressed a sense of closure. He wrote that it was the last time he would be on that set. He said the set would be torn down soon. While calling the moment bittersweet, Kripke said his main feeling was gratitude. He praised the cast, crew and writers. He said they had the best team and a story that was enjoyable to create. He also said that the timing of the series' success was something that could not have been predicted. Also Read: The Bear Season 5: Is the show renewed? Here's renewal update, release window, cast members and filming details Live Events Thanks Fans and Crew Kripke addressed his message to both the cast and the viewers. He thanked the The Boys family and said he loved all of them. He also thanked the fans for watching. He ended the post with the words, 'That's a wrap.' This final message confirmed the end of the production phase for Season 5. It also marked the beginning of the final chapter for the series. Series Plan Eric Kripke had earlier shared his vision for the series. In 2020, he said he had a 'rough idea' to run the show for around five seasons. He mentioned that while his previous show Supernatural went on for 15 seasons, he had always intended The Boys to have a shorter run. At that time, Kripke also said he was careful not to predict how long a series would last. Despite the strong fanbase and streaming numbers, he stayed close to his original plan for The Boys. Season 4 Streaming Success Season 4 of The Boys achieved strong results in streaming. It reached the top position on Nielsen's streaming charts for the first time. This season also broke several records on Prime Video. The streaming success of Season 4 shows the growing audience for the series. It helped build anticipation for the final season. Also Read: 4th of July - US Independence Day: Patriotic wishes, God Bless America messages, quotes, greetings, WhatsApp status The Boys Spin-offs While The Boys is ending, the franchise will continue through spin-offs. Prime Video has already launched the animated series The Boys Presents: Diabolical and the college-themed series Gen V. Upcoming shows include Vought Rising , a prequel set in the 1950s. Actors Aya Cash and Jensen Ackles will return as Stormfront and Soldier Boy. Another project, The Boys: Mexico, is also in development. Diego Luna and Gael García Bernal will serve as executive producers. Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, writer of Blue Beetle, is attached to the project. The Boys Final Season Release Window Season 5 of The Boys will be released in 2026. This will be the final installment of the main series. Viewers can expect a conclusion to the storyline involving Homelander, Hughie, and Billy Butcher. The farewell from Kripke signals the closing of one chapter and the expansion of the broader universe. FAQs When will the final season of The Boys premiere? The fifth and final season of The Boys is scheduled to premiere in 2026 on Prime Video. Are there more shows planned in The Boys universe? Yes, spin-offs like Gen V, Vought Rising, and The Boys: Mexico are continuing the story beyond the main series.
New Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
The Boys creator confirms final season has wrapped production: 'Bittersweet, but I'm grateful…'
It's officially a wrap for The Boys. Creator and showrunner Eric Kripke has confirmed that production on the fifth and final season of the hit Amazon Prime series has concluded. In an emotional Instagram post shared Tuesday night, Kripke marked the end of an era by posting from the set for the last time. 'This is the last time I'll ever be on this set,' he wrote. 'It'll be torn down soon. It's bittersweet, but my primary feeling is gratitude.'
