The Boys Just Convinced Me That 1 Soldier Boy Theory Is Correct Ahead of Jensen Ackles’ Prequel

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Okay, after watching The Boys Season 5, Episode 7, I’m pretty sure a theory about Soldier Boy is right, and it actually makes me even more excited for Jensen Ackles’ Vought Rising prequel! Huge spoilers ahead, by the way. Basically, the show sidelined Soldier Boy again, and honestly, I think that’s a good thing. With everything else going on, and the big showdown between Homelander and The Boys coming up, the finale just doesn’t have time to juggle another major storyline. He’d be a total distraction when they need to focus on wrapping things up!

If Soldier Boy doesn’t appear in the last episode – and the show’s creator, Eric Kripke, has indicated that he’s finished filming – it will confirm a popular theory about his character. This could lead to a surprising twist involving Vought’s origins in the upcoming spinoff, potentially changing the show’s focus. This would allow the franchise to broaden its scope beyond Soldier Boy’s storyline, which would be welcome news, especially after the cancellation of Gen V.

After The Boys Season 5, Episode 7, I’m Convinced Soldier Boy Will Survive the Series

I was completely floored by the latest episode of The Boys! Seeing Homelander react to Soldier Boy wanting to leave was just… heartbreaking, in a twisted way. It’s like he can’t handle being rejected by another father figure, and Antony Starr played that rage perfectly. He just choked Soldier Boy out and stuck him back in that cryo chamber! It seems like neither Homelander nor The Boys are letting him go anytime soon. Honestly, it feels like this confirms a theory I’ve had – Soldier Boy is going to make it through the series, as long as Vought Tower stays standing!

A popular theory on Reddit suggests Soldier Boy might be frozen again. Keeping him alive creates both challenges and opportunities for the show’s storyline. It means a powerful enemy could still be out there, even if Homelander is stopped – which wouldn’t be good for the characters, but could be exciting for the future of The Boys.

Soldier Boy’s Survival Means Vought Rising Could Be Part Prequel & Part Sequel

If Soldier Boy lives through the season 5 finale of The Boys, the planned spin-off show, Vought Rising, might look very different than initially thought. Currently, Vought Rising is being developed as a prequel, exploring the history of Soldier Boy and his original superhero team. That’s why we’re being introduced to characters like Bombsight in season 5, and getting hints about other supes like Private Angel and Torpedo. However, if Soldier Boy survives, Vought Rising could tell its story across two time periods – both showing flashbacks to his past and continuing his story in the present.

Soldier Boy’s significant role in Season 5 of The Boys now seems clearer – the show was likely building towards a new villain to replace Homelander. Stan Edgar thinks Vought will continue operating, and Soldier Boy is definitely interested in joining The Seven. He could even become the new public face of the company if Homelander is defeated. This would also make the Vought Rising spin-off more suspenseful, as the outcome of its story wouldn’t be predetermined. Since the past events in Vought Rising are already established, a future timeline would create more uncertainty and excitement.

What a Sequel Timeline in Vought Rising Could Mean for The Boys Franchise

A show called Vought Rising would be a great way to continue Soldier Boy’s story, as it could act as both a prequel and a sequel. More importantly, it would open up exciting new directions for the entire The Boys universe. The current season is ending soon, and it’s likely some storylines won’t be fully resolved. While the finale can probably wrap up the main conflicts involving Homelander and The Boys, it won’t have enough time to explore the consequences of everything that’s happened or give the characters from Gen V the ending they deserve, especially since they haven’t been featured much this season. Vought Rising could fix these issues by showing us what the world looks like after Homelander’s defeat and giving the surviving characters the development they need.

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2026-05-16 02:10