Jensen Ackles Teases How Soldier Boy Will Be Different In The Boys’ Prequel, And I Think It’ll Make Things Easier For My Blood Pressure

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For a number of years, Jensen Ackles was largely recognized for his work on “Supernatural,” but since that series ended, he’s been involved in a diverse range of projects such as “Tracker,” “Countdown,” and “The Boys.” Fortunately, the actor will reappear in his powerful role of Soldier Boy in the fifth and final season of “The Boys,” which finished filming in July. He plans to further develop the character’s ego-driven traits when the prequel “Vought Rising” becomes available for streaming via an Amazon Prime subscription.

In the upcoming spinoff, Soldier Boy won’t repeat his stern and abrasive ways, a refreshing change for fans who find his morally questionable character hard to root for due to his prejudiced nature. It’s exciting news for someone like me who enjoys but also has reservations about Jared Padalecki’s portrayal of this complex character. So, I’m glad that Padalecki hinted at noticeable changes in the character from one series to another, as he mentioned to Variety.

It’s clear that Soldier Boy, as portrayed in ‘The Boys’, has undergone significant changes over the years, both in terms of his relationships and personal values, as well as what he prioritizes or discards without a second thought. His character evolution is more apparent when comparing him between the show and Season 5.

Exploring Soldier Boy’s past in Season 5 allows us to delve into the challenges that shaped him into the powerful figure we know today, before he had acquired his swagger, gravitas, or the reputation of being the top dog for over 75 years. This journey offers a fascinating insight into how events from his early life molded him into who he ultimately became.

As a movie enthusiast, it’s quite clear that Soldier Boy’s current intolerance and rage aren’t typical traits he had while under V-influence. At least, that seems reasonable to assume. However, considering the shady past of any characters tied to Vought International, I find it challenging to expect anything positive from them.

I can’t help but ponder about the reunion with his former Supernatural co-stars, and I truly hope Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins are standing firmly on the side of the protagonists in this scenario.

During a recent interview, Ackles revealed some intriguing insights about the portrayal of his younger self in The Boys’ storyline, which is set over 70 years prior to the present timeline. He offered fans a sneak peek into what they can anticipate from this earlier era.

In ‘Vought Rising,’ events take place earlier than the current timeline. I aim to offer a glimpse of its early portrayal – not necessarily innocence, but there are certainly elements such as scenes, relationships, and character traits that precede his modern-day persona. Exploring these differences is an enjoyable creative challenge.

Always maintain a touch of wariness around this individual, but perhaps inject some playfulness and a hint of allure instead. However, it’s important to note that the actor’s abilities do extend to delivering charismatic performances as well.

Although I’m excited that in “Vought Rising,” we won’t only get to see Soldier Boy’s worst interpretation, Jensen Ackles has slightly dampened those expectations by stating that the performances won’t be dramatically different. Instead, we can expect the character’s habits and behaviors to develop as the story unfolds.

While he may not transform entirely, he’ll still retain the tough persona we’re familiar with and cherish. However, it’s intriguing to explore his roots and understand how those experiences shaped him into the character we recognize today. We’ll delve into the nuances that molded him, the quirks, and the tricks that contributed to his development.

The releases dates for seasons 5 of “The Boys” and “Vought Rising” haven’t been announced yet, and it’s unlikely that they will premiere before the 2025 TV schedule comes to an end. However, fans of the franchise have something exciting to look forward to – the second season of the superhero series “Gen V” is set to be released on September 17.

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2025-09-04 22:21