The Absence of a Major Character Overshadows The Boys Finale
Den of Geek • • entertainment
Key Points:
- In The Boys season 5 finale, Soldier Boy (Jensen Ackles) remains in cold storage, with his fate left unresolved to set up the upcoming prequel spinoff, Vought Rising.
- Soldier Boy's fluctuating relationship with Homelander and inconsistent character motivations in season 5 were seen as contrived and primarily served as a plot device to advance the franchise's future.
- The show prioritized wrapping up main character storylines over fully resolving Soldier Boy’s arc, which frustrated fans and left some character conflicts, such as Mother’s Milk’s grudge, inadequately addressed.
- Vought Rising will explore Soldier Boy’s 1950s backstory, including his connection to Clara Vought, a fascist Supe introduced in season 5, explaining some of the season’s thematic focus.
- By keeping Soldier Boy alive and ambiguous in the present timeline, the creators aim to maintain audience interest and ensure the character’s continued role in future spinoffs within The Boys franchise.