Kripke has already experienced something similar, asSupernaturalwas also intended to run for five seasons.
There’s no denying thatSupernatural’s later seasonshave a much different feel to them than the earlier ones.
Eventually, the two characters must face one another and determine who emerges victorious.
As they’re both crucial players inThe Boys,the show must end with their stories.
Having them dance around each other for more seasons would make their final confrontation lose its appeal.
And as they’re both crucial players inThe Boys,the show must end with their stories.
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That may be the goal, but it shouldn’t be noticeable to people watching the series.
The Boysseason 5 is expected to come out in 2026, but there is no official release date yet.
The series is reaching its ending point, and that’s perfectly fine.
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It can go out on a high note, but only because it’s finally closing the curtain.
He’s not the only one whose arc elicits feelings of deja vu.
It’s understandable that The Boys team needs to wrestle with their personal demons before facing Homelander.
IfThe Boyswere to continue beyond season 5, there’s a good chance they’d regress or stagnate.
Unfortunately,it’s getting harder and harder for the Amazon series to continue doing that.
There’s only so muchThe Boyscan do to top its wildest moments.
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If the show wants to maintain its daring reputation, it needs to end with season 5.
Otherwise,viewers will become desensitized to the gore and absurditiesThe Boysuniverse is known for.
That’s why it’s a relief it’s only going until season 5.
Showing different parts of the world and following different characters can reignite the excitement of seasons 1 and 2.
Showing different parts of the world and following different characters can reignite the excitement of seasons 1 and 2.
It also allows the original show to go out on a high note.
And it could face similar consequences, with viewers losing interest in the series over time.
Fortunately,The Boyswon’t have that problem because it’s wrapping up with season 5.
However, it’s promising that the creators know when to say when.
IfThe Boyswent on too long, it would risk not being able to end on its own terms.
It’s best to just let it conclude as the creators intend.
