The upcoming season of “The Boys” sounds like it’s diving deep into the current political landscape with a presidential campaign storyline.
It seems like Eric Kripke is drawing inspiration from real-world events, which could add an extra layer of intensity to the show’s already gritty and intense narrative.
“When [Donald Trump] got elected, we had a metaphor that said more about the current world,” he told.
“Suddenly, we were telling a story about the intersection of celebrity and authoritarianism and how social media and entertainment are used to sell fascism. We’re right in the eye of the storm.
And once we realized that, I just felt an obligation to run in that direction as far as we could.”
Season 4 of “The Boys” seems to be intensifying its exploration of political themes, drawing clear parallels to real-world events.
The storyline involving Victoria Neuman’s rise towards the Oval Office under Homelander’s influence suggests a power struggle reminiscent of recent political dynamics.
Meanwhile, Butcher’s personal struggles and the team’s internal conflicts promise to add emotional depth against the backdrop of escalating stakes.
It sounds like viewers are in for a compelling and timely narrative that mirrors current societal tensions.
As “The Boys” heads towards its conclusion with season 5, there’s still plenty of time to savor the penultimate season. Here’s how to make the most of every minute:
- Episode 1, streaming June 13
- Episode 2, streaming June 13
- Episode 3, streaming June 13
- Episode 4, streaming June 20
- Episode 5, streaming June 27
- Episode 6, streaming July 4
- Episode 7, streaming July 11
- Episode 8, streaming July 18
