The upcoming conclusion of The Boys is drawing near. The first teaser for the fifth season of the gritty superhero series hints at the final showdown between Butcher and Homelander.
In season 4, Homelander became more ruthless and power-hungry than ever. Butcher, on the other hand, desperately sought out an advantage against his archenemy – and surprisingly, he found it, albeit at a great cost.
We’ve scoured the internet to gather all the information you need to prepare for season five – continue reading to learn more.
What is the release date for The Boys season 5?
The fifth and final season of The Boys is set to premiere on Prime Video on Wednesday, 8 April 2026. It will consist of eight episodes, with new episodes releasing weekly.
Spoiler warning for season four of The Boys and season two of Gen V. If you’re not caught up on the story, proceed with caution.
The Boys season 5 cast – who is returning?
The following cast members will reprise their roles in the final season:
- Antony Starr as Homelander
- Karl Urban as Billy Butcher
- Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell
- Jessie T Usher as A-Train
- Erin Moriarty as Annie/Starlight
- Chace Crawford as The Deep
- Laz Alonso as Mother’s Milk
- Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko
- Tomer Kapon as Frenchie
- Cameron Crovetti as Ryan
- Giancarlo Esposito as Stan Edgar
- Valorie Curry as Firecracker
- Susan Heyward as Sister Sage
- Colby Minifie as Ashley Barrett
- Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy
We also anticipate the return of Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Joe Kessler, Butcher’s enigmatic ‘friend’.
Unfortunately, season 5 will be without Dominique McElligott as Queen Maeve, and Claudia Doumit as Victoria Neuman, who met a tragic end in season 4.
Who will play the new characters in The Boys season 5?
Season 5 will introduce new characters, including former Supernatural stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins, who will have guest roles in the series.
Additionally, Daveed Diggs has joined the cast of The Boys, though his role is currently undisclosed.
What is the plot for the next season of The Boys?
Here’s the official description of season 5:
In the fifth and final season, it’s Homelander’s world, completely subject to his erratic, egomaniacal whims. The Boys find themselves imprisoned in a ‘Freedom Camp,’ while Annie struggles to resist the overwhelming Supe force. Butcher, armed with a virus that could eradicate all Supes, sets off a chain of events that will alter the world forever. Big things are on the horizon.
The season 4 finale set the stage for apocalyptic events to unfold.
Ryan defied Butcher’s plea to stand against Homelander and fled the CIA facility after a fatal encounter with Grace Mallory.
Butcher, consumed by despair, unleashed his dark side, committing a heinous act that shook the foundations of The Boys’ world. Political upheaval followed the demise of Neuman, leading to unforeseen consequences.
In season 5, The Boys will face incarceration in a treacherous prison, with Homelander’s wrath looming over them. Starlight emerges as their beacon of hope, while new alliances and challenges await.
Is there a trailer for The Boys season 5?
Amazon has unveiled the first teaser for the show’s final season, offering a glimpse of what’s to come, including appearances from Jared Padalecki and other new cast members.
How to watch The Boys
To catch up on the first four seasons of The Boys, a subscription to Amazon Prime Video is required. In addition to access to the series, an Amazon Prime account offers a range of benefits for subscribers.
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Will there be a sixth season of The Boys?
Creator Eric Kripke has confirmed that season 5 will mark the conclusion of The Boys’ storyline. However, spin-off series like Gen V and Vought Rising will continue to explore the world of the supes.
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