The Boys Season 4 is entertaining, but some fans might feel like they’ve seen it before. The show’s signature humor and violence are still there, but the plot feels a bit slow in the middle.
Homelander visits the lab where he was experimented on as a child. He pretends to be friendly, but it’s clear he has a hidden agenda. This scene reminds us that Homelander is a dangerous villain, but actor Antony Starr delivers a complex performance that makes the character interesting.
For the first time, Homelander displays a genuine concern for someone other than himself – his son. His ambition is to shape a world where his son can flourish, although his interpretation of “flourish” diverges significantly from conventional ideals. This new facet of Homelander’s character invites deeper exploration and adds complexity to his motivations and actions.
Sister Sage: A New Kind of Villain
Sister Sage, a newly introduced Supe, has a disturbing relationship with The Deep, reaching a peak in their psychosexual dynamic in episode 4, which is both unsettling and strangely compelling.
Sister Sage wants to rule the world, but we don’t see much progress on her plan yet. We do learn more about her motivations, though. She explains that her brain constantly works overtime, causing her pain. The lobotomy she performs on The Deep is a way for her to feel “normal.”
After playing it safe in the first few episodes, Starlight finally gets to fight in episode 4. She takes down a Supe named Firecracker who’s spreading conspiracy theories. It’s satisfying to see Starlight use her powers for good.
The mystery around Kimiko deepens, Frenchie deals with a tragic loss, Hughie injects his dad with Compound V, and Butcher’s health is failing. All of our heroes are in a bad spot, but they’ll likely face even crazier situations in the coming episodes. Hopefully, things will pick up speed as the season progresses towards its endgame.
The Review
The Boys Season 4 Episode 4 Review
The Boys season 4 is a mixed bag. It's still entertaining with the usual violence and humor, but some might find the plot repetitive. There's interesting character development, especially for Homelander who shows a surprising side - concern for his son. A new villain, Sister Sage, is equal parts disturbing and intriguing with her twisted plan and bizarre relationship with The Deep. The rest of The Boys face their own challenges, and hopefully things pick up steam as the season moves towards its conclusion.
Review Breakdown
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Fun action, familiar violence, plot feels a bit repetitive
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Great villain performance, surprising twist for Homelander.
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Disturbing villain, heroes face tough choices, season picks up steam.
