Jensen Ackles, renowned for his role as Ben / Soldier Boy in the critically acclaimed series The Boys, recently provided an exciting update regarding the ongoing filming for Season 5. In his interview, he hinted at a potential timeline for when fans can expect the new season to premiere. This action-packed series, adapted from the provocative comic book series created by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, made its highly-anticipated debut on Prime Video on July 26, 2019.
Following its successful launch, Seasons 2, 3, and 4 were released on September 4, 2020, June 3, 2022, and June 13, 2024, respectively. In a significant move, Prime Video officially greenlit the fifth and final season of the show in May 2024, just before the much-awaited release of the fourth season. This development has ramped up excitement among fans eager to see how the series will conclude.
Jensen Ackles Provides Insight on Filming Completion and The Boys Season 5 Premiere Timeline
During a recent interview with CBR, Jensen Ackles shared that he anticipates the filming for Season 5 to conclude next month. He stated, “I just finished The Boys on Tuesday, [June 10th], and I think I’ve got all my stuff done. But I don’t know. You never know. They might have to bring me back for some other stuff.” This indicates that while filming is nearing completion, there may still be some additional scenes required. The production for the fifth season kicked off back in November of the previous year, showcasing the show’s commitment to delivering high-quality content.
Moreover, in July 2024, fellow cast member Karl Urban, who portrays the iconic William “Billy” Butcher, hinted via an Instagram post that the much-anticipated Season 5 could potentially be released in 2026. When combining this information with Ackles’ comments and the established release patterns for previous seasons, it seems plausible that fans may see the fifth season premiere on Prime Video around June 2026. However, as of this moment, Prime Video has yet to make an official announcement regarding the exact release date.
Intriguingly, during the post-credits scene of the Season 4 finale, Antony Starr, who plays John / Homelander, discovered that Soldier Boy was still alive and was being held captive by the US government. This plot twist strongly suggests that Ackles will indeed reprise his role in the concluding chapter of the series, much to the delight of fans who have been following his character’s journey.
Ackles has a rich history with The Boys creator and showrunner Eric Kripke, having previously collaborated on the beloved series Supernatural that aired on The WB / The CW. Notably, his co-stars from Supernatural, Jared Padalecki and Misha Collins, are also set to join the cast for Season 5. Additionally, returning fan favorites include Jack Quaid as Hugh “Hughie” Campbell Jr., Erin Moriarty as Annie January / Starlight, and Laz Alonso as Marvin T. “Mother’s” Milk / M.M., ensuring a strong ensemble for the series’ final season.
This information was originally reported by Tamal Kundu on SuperHeroHype.
