It’s safe to say that ‘The Boys’ Season 5 is one of the most anticipated series finales this season. Moreover, fans are eagerly waiting to see how the story will conclude. Following the dramatic events of Season 4, showrunner Eric Kripke has hinted at a potential comic-accurate ending.
He revealed that there will be a lot of deaths in the final season, and also talked about the huge amount of stress he is in to do the show justice. Here’s everything he said.
Eric Kripke Hints At A Possible Comic Accurate Ending For ‘The Boys’
In an interview with Total Films, Eric Kripke expressed the pressure he is feeling to deliver a satisfying conclusion to the series. Moreover, he acknowledged the high expectations of fans and the potential consequences of a disappointing ending.
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“There will probably be lots of deaths,” he said. “I feel lots and lots of pressure to end it well … If we can stick the landing then people will be like, ‘that was a great show’. But if we shit the bed, people will say, ‘Oh, it was a good show, but then they shit the bed,” he added.
Kripke’s statement aligns with the graphic and violent nature of ‘The Boys’ comics, which feature numerous character deaths and shocking plot twists. While the show has already deviated from the comics in several ways, a comic-accurate ending could be satisfying.
He further emphasized the shock value of the final season, claiming that there could be a lot of shocking deaths happening all the time. Moreover, this also proved to be true with season 4 when one of the most powerful supe’s, Victoria Neuman was killed.
Billy Butcher’s Season 4 Arc Also Hints At Comic-Accurate Ending In ‘The Boys’
‘The Boys‘ has remained faithful to its source material by delivering a brutal and unflinching portrayal of the superhero genre. While the series has taken a lot of creative liberties, the overall storyline is quite similar. The comic ending of ‘The Boys‘ is marked by a series of tragic deaths.
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Almost all of the lead protagonists lose their lives after Billy Butcher goes berserk with the supe killing the virus. Hughie is the sole survivor, ultimately killing Butcher. Moreover, in ‘The Boys‘ Season 4, we see Butcher’s descent into darkness as he becomes consumed by his desire for revenge.
He acquires new powers and becomes a formidable threat to both supes and humans alike. The Boys team is scattered, with many members captured by Vought. This leaves Butcher free to pursue his deadly mission. While the series has not yet reached the same level of carnage as the comic ending, the trajectory is similar.
Butcher’s transformation into a ruthless killer mirrors the comic’s portrayal of his character. Moreover, the setup for a Homelander clone suggests that the series may be moving towards a similar conclusion. A bloody and shocking finale is in store for fans.
