The Boys (2019)
A razor-sharp superhero satire from Prime Video where a scrappy band of vigilantes wages war against a corrupt, corporation-backed league of so-called heroes.
The Boys - Series Information
- Original Title: The Boys
- First Air Year: 2019
- Last Air Year: 2024
- Created by: Eric Kripke
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Action, Adventure
- Content Rating (US): TV-MA
- Number of Seasons: 5
- Number of Episodes: 40
- Status: Returning Series
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: July 25, 2019 (United States - TV-MA), July 25, 2019 (Canada - 18+), July 25, 2019 (United Kingdom - 18), July 25, 2019 (Germany - 18), July 25, 2019 (France - 18), July 25, 2019 (India - A), July 25, 2019 (New Zealand - 18), July 25, 2019 (Australia - R 18+), July 25, 2019 (Brazil - 18), July 25, 2019 (Mexico - D), July 25, 2019 (Spain - 18), July 25, 2019 (South Korea - 19)
- Networks: Prime Video
- Production Companies: Amazon Studios, Original Film, Sony Pictures Television, Kripke Enterprises, Point Grey Pictures, Kickstart Entertainment, NightSky Productions, Amazon MGM Studios
- Production Countries: United States of America
- Alternative Titles: ก๊วนหนุ่มซ่าล่าซูเปอร์ฮีโร่ (TH), 黑袍糾察隊 (TW), ザ・ボーイズ (JP), Băieții (RO), Chłopcy (PL), 더 보이즈 (KR), Хлопчаки (UA), Парни (RU)
The Boys - Plot
A group of vigilantes known informally as "The Boys" set out to take down corrupt superheroes with no more than blue-collar grit and a willingness to fight dirty.
The Boys - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see what makes this superhero satire unlike anything else on television:
Never meet your heroes.
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The Boys - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Eric Kripke
Main Cast
- Karl Urban
- Jack Quaid
- Antony Starr
- Erin Moriarty
- Jessie T. Usher
- Laz Alonso
- Chace Crawford
- Tomer Capone
- Karen Fukuhara
- Nathan Mitchell
Writers
- Ellie Monahan
- Anslem Richardson
- Craig Rosenberg
- David Reed
- Rebecca Sonnenshine
Executive Producers
- Jason Netter
- Ken F. Levin
- Evan Goldberg
- Eric Kripke
- Pavun Shetty
The Boys - FAQs
Where can you stream The Boys online?
The Boys is available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video as part of its subscription (including an ad-supported tier). Episodes can also be purchased individually through Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home for viewers who prefer to buy rather than subscribe.
Is The Boys based on a true story?
The Boys is not based on a true story. It is adapted from the comic book series of the same name by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, published between 2006 and 2012. The show uses superhero satire to comment on corporate power, celebrity culture, and political corruption.
Will there be a Season 5 of The Boys?
Yes. Season 5 of The Boys has been confirmed and is currently in production. Creator Eric Kripke has stated that Season 5 will be the final season of the series, bringing the story of Billy Butcher and the Boys to a definitive conclusion.
Who are the main actors in The Boys?
The Boys features Karl Urban as Billy Butcher, Jack Quaid as Hughie Campbell, Antony Starr as Homelander, Erin Moriarty as Starlight, Laz Alonso as Mother's Milk, Chace Crawford as The Deep, Tomer Capone as Frenchie, Karen Fukuhara as Kimiko, and Nathan Mitchell as Black Noir.
What is Homelander's character arc in The Boys?
Homelander, played by Antony Starr, is a Superman-like figure whose public heroism masks a deeply narcissistic, dangerous personality. Across the series, his arc traces an escalating descent into unchecked megalomania as he grows bolder, more erratic, and increasingly willing to act without consequence.
How many seasons and episodes does The Boys have?
The Boys has 5 seasons comprising 40 episodes in total. Each of the five main seasons contains 8 episodes. Season 5, currently in production, will serve as the final season, bringing the series to its conclusion on Amazon Prime Video.
When did The Boys first premiere on Prime Video?
The Boys premiered on July 25, 2019, on Amazon Prime Video. The first season launched with all 8 episodes available simultaneously. The series was an immediate hit, prompting a quick renewal and establishing itself as one of Prime Video's most-watched original productions.
Did The Boys win any major awards?
The Boys has received numerous award nominations, including Saturn Awards for Best Superhero Adaptation and recognition at the Critics' Choice Super Awards. Antony Starr's portrayal of Homelander has earned particular critical praise, with the show celebrated for its sharp satirical writing and bold creative vision.
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