Prime Video is getting ready to introduce us to the next generation of superheroes as new promotional material for the upcoming series,Gen V, a spin-off of the popular superhero parody series,The Boyshas just been released. While thepreviously released trailershowcased the blood and gore to be expected, the newly released poster spotlights one of its Supes in training, Golden Boy played byPatrick Schwarzenegger. Described as a top prospect with “thermonuclear power and pure charisma,” Golden Boy appears supercharged up as he stands against the backdrop of Godolkin University’s logo.
Gen Vwill be set within the walls of Godolkin University School of Crimefighting as operated by Vought International. Taking place within the same universe asThe Boys,Gen Vwill center on the lives of “hormonal, competitive Supes as they put their physical, sexual, and moral boundaries to the test, competing for the school’s top ranking.” The official synopsis further describes the show as “part college show, partHunger Games– with all the heart, satire, and raunch of The Boys.” The previous trailer also unveiled an interesting dynamic where untold mayhem unleashes within the school’s hallways.
When Is The Release Date ForGen V?
On New Year’s Day, the official Twitter handle for the series announced a rather broad release window teasing that fans should expect the premiere episode anytime between January and December 2023. It’s the last time any update was given onthe show’s release dateas we’re still yet to get a definitive date. However, with the release of the first promotional material we have seen in months, it’s safe to assume that the release date might be right around the corner. The prospects forGen Vare looking bright as it was previously hinted that the execs at Prime Video are impressed with the debut season andwill likely proceed with a second. As a result, a writer’s room for Season 2 has already been put in place at the behest of showrunnerMichele Fazekas.
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Gen VWill Welcome Many Superheros From The Flagship Series,The Boys
Gen Vwill serve to expandThe Boys’universe with Amazon’s Head of TelevisionVernon Sandersteasing that “the two shows have some really interesting connections.” As such,Gen Vwill feature a number of cameos from Supes from the flagship series, they includeJessie T. Usher,Colby Minifie, andP.J. Byrne, as well asClancy Brown,Alexander Calvert, andJason Ritterwho were unveiled for the first time in the trailer. Recently, it was further revealed that Soldier Boy, whose fate inThe Boysremains unclear,will make a cameo in the spin-off serieswithJensen Acklesto reprise the role.Gen Vwill also includea special character named Puppet Deep.
In addition to Schwarzenegger as Golden Boy,Gen VstarsJaz Sinclairas Marie Moreau,Lizze Broadwayas Emma Shaw, andSean Patrick Thomasas Polarity. The cast is further fleshed out byChance Perdomo,London Thor,Asa Germann,Maddie Phillips,Derek Luh, andShelley Conn. Stay tuned to Collider for further updates on the highly-anticipated spin-off. Check outGen V’s first poster below:
