The Boys Season 5 Update: Jensen Ackles Teases Potential Release Date
Jensen Ackles, known for his role as Ben / Soldier Boy in The Boys, recently provided an update on the filming progress of Season 5, hinting at a potential release timeframe. The Boys, adapted from the comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, first premiered on Prime Video in July 2019. Subsequent seasons followed in September 2020, June 2022, and June 2024, with the fifth and final season being greenlit by Prime Video in May 2024.
Ackles mentioned in an interview that filming for Season 5 is expected to conclude soon, possibly by next month. The production for the fifth season began in November of the previous year. Karl Urban, who plays William “Billy” Butcher, hinted on social media that Season 5 could potentially debut in 2026. Considering these hints and the release pattern of previous seasons, it is likely that the fifth season will premiere on Prime Video in June 2026, although an official announcement from Prime Video is still pending.
In the Season 4 finale's post-credits scene, it was revealed that Soldier Boy, portrayed by Ackles, is still alive and being held captive by the US government. This suggests that Ackles will reprise his role in the final installment of the series. Notably, Ackles has previously collaborated with The Boys creator Eric Kripke on the series Supernatural, and his former co-stars Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins are also part of the Season 5 cast. Returning cast members include Jack Quaid, Erin Moriarty, and Laz Alonso in their respective roles.
In conclusion, fans of The Boys can anticipate the arrival of Season 5, with Jensen Ackles reprising his role as Soldier Boy, potentially in June 2026. Stay tuned for further updates on the release date of the final season of this popular Prime Video series.