The hormonal teenaged Supes of Godolkin University made their Amazon Prime Video debut in 2023, and there are already questions about what lies ahead in immediately after The Boys season 3, Gen V focuses on the young Super students of the Godolkin University School of Crime Fighting — an institution that’s both an obvious X-Men satirization and recruitment tool for Vought International. The Boys creator Eric Kripke returned to develop the show, which will both expand the universe of The Boys and stand on its own.
Amazon knew how popular Gen V would be when it entered development, and Gen V was confirmed for a second season before the first even arrived. In January 2023 it was reported that Amazon had opened a writer’s room for Gen V season 2 to begin early development on the next chapter of The Boys spinoff. As predicted, the spinoff of The Boys was a hit with Amazon Prime Video subscribers, and now Gen V season 2 is officially on the way.
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Gen V Season 2: 10 Things Fans Demand After Season 1
Gen V has introduced a whole new cast of characters to the world of The Boys, but season 2 can take the story of God U and its students even further.
Most Recent Gen V Season 2 News
A Season 1 Star Confirms Their Return In Season 2
The production of the sophomore season was forever altered by the shocking death of Andre actor Chance Perdomo, but the latest news confirms that Sean Patrick Thomas will return as Polarity in Gen V season 2. The actor (who plays Andre's father in the series) spoke about his impending return, but mostly confirmed that the new season will be in honor of Perdomo, who won't be recast. Thomas couldn't say much about Polarity's return, and it's unclear how he'll fit into the sophomore season's storyline.
Read Thomas' statement here:
I don’t want to give too much away, but Polarity will be in Season 2. Season 2 is really going to be, in a lot of ways, a tribute to Chance Perdomo. Hopefully, we do him justice.
Gen V Season 2 Has Been Renewed For Season 2
More Teen Superhero Action Is On The Way
Gen V season 2 is confirmed, with Amazon announcing the renewal of the hit The Boys spinoff on October 19, 2023 (via Variety). The show proved to be a hit for Amazon, as evidenced by the mid-season renewal confirmation before the finale on November 8. Vernon Sanders, head of television at Amazon MGM Studios, released the following statement explaining why giving Gen V season 2 the go-ahead was an easy decision to make:
“Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony. From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries. ‘Gen V’ is Prime Video’s most acquisitive new Original series of 2023, and we’re excited that our incredible cast and crew are going to continue telling brave and bold stories from ‘Gen V’ to our customers.”
Gen V season 1 concluded on November 3, 2023.
Gen V Season 2 Production Status
Season 2 Wrapped Filming In October 2024
With filming wrapping in October 2024, that broad window should be no problem.
All things considered, season 2 of Gen V is already moving along much faster than most series, and that is due to its early renewal. Largely missing the strikes of 2023, Gen V season 2 was set to begin filming in April 2024, but the tragic ing of Andre actor Chance Perdomo caused those plans to be delayed. Filming eventually got back underway in May 2024, and it has now been revealed that plans are in place to air Gen V season 2 sometime in 2025. With filming wrapping in October 2024, that broad window should be no problem.
Gen V Season 2 Cast
Who Is Returning For Season 2?
The cast of Gen V season 2 will see many returning names from the first season. Even actors portraying characters who died could still be part of the cast via flashbacks, and there's always a chance that a dead character could return via some shady Vought International experimentation. Unfortunately, the cast of Gen V season 2 has been marred by tragedy as Andre actor Chance Perdomo ed away in a motorcycle accident in late March 2024. His character was scheduled to return for the sophomore season, but producers have since announced that Andre will not be recast.
A new addition to the cast comes in the form of Midnight Mass star Hamish Linklater who has been tapped to play the role of Cipher. Cipher is taking over as Dean of Godolkin University and is described as a brilliant scientist who has gained the trust of the elites in power. A heap of other recurring actors have ed, including Keeya King (Yellowjackets), Stephen Kalyn (Cruel Intentions), Julia Knope (In the Dark), Stacey McGunnigle (This Hour Has 22 Minutes), Tait Fletcher (The Mandalorian), Wyatt Dorion (Eerie Hall), and Georgie Murphy (Accused), but their roles are unknown.
The Gen V season 2 cast is expected to include:
Actor |
Gen V Role |
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|---|---|---|
Jaz Sinclair |
Marie Moreau |
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Lizze Broadway |
Emma Meyer |
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Maddie Phillips |
Cate Dunlap |
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London Thor |
Jordan Li |
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Derek Luh |
Jordan Li |
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Asa Germann |
Sam |
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Sean Patrick Thomas |
Polarity |
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Hamish Linklater |
Cipher |
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Keeya King |
Unknown |
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Stephen Kalyn |
Unknown |
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Julia Knope |
Unknown |
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Stacey McGunnigle |
Unknown |
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Tait Fletcher |
Unknown |
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Wyatt Dorion |
Unknown |
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Georgie Murphy |
Unknown |
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The Boys Are Back - Gen V's Returning Cast & Character Guide
The Gen V cast introduces exciting new actors to The Boys universe, like Jaz Sinclair, as well as bringing back icons from the flagship series.
Gen V Season 2 Story
Did Marie Survive Her Encounter With Homelander?
Some plans will need to change for Gen V season 2 because of the tragic ing of Andre actor Chance Perdomo.
The ending of Gen V left several teases for what will happen when the show returns. The Gen V season 1 finale ended with Marie, Andre, Jordan, and Little Cricket locked away in a padded cell by Vought, with the news blaming them for the events caused by Sam and Cate. However, when Marie comes around, the rest of the group doesn't appear overly agitated. Their lives don't seem to be in danger, which means Vought must have plans for them in Gen V season 2.
Some plans will need to change for Gen V season 2 because of the tragic ing of Andre actor Chance Perdomo. The producers have made it clear that Andre will not be recast, meaning his character's absence will need to be explained. Likewise, his plot threads may need to be pushed off on someone else, or they could be abandoned altogether.
The ending of Gen V season 1 also saw the surprise appearance of Homelander, who looked set to end Marie's life with his laser vision before the scene cut to black. He was then seen smirking at TV coverage proclaiming that Sam and Cate are the new "Guardians of God U". It's clear he had something to do with whatever happened in the direct aftermath and Marie ending up in a Vought facility. Exactly what happened, and how Marie survived Homelander's laser vision, however, won't be revealed until Gen V season 2 returns.
Gen V
- Release Date
- September 28, 2023
- Network
- Prime Video
- Directors
- Nelson Cragg, Clare Kilner, Philip Sgriccia, Sanaa Hamri, Shana Stein, Steve Boyum
Cast
Marie Moreau
Lizze BroadwayEmma Meyer / Little Cricket
WHERE TO WATCH
Gen V is set at America's only college for superheroes, where students challenge their moral limits while competing to Vought International's elite team, The Seven. As dark secrets of the institution are revealed, they must determine the kind of heroes they aspire to be.
- Writers
- Craig Rosenberg
- Franchise(s)
- The Boys
- Seasons
- 2
- Streaming Service(s)
- Prime Video
- Main Genre
- Action
Gen V Season 2: Further News & Info
Gen V Season 2 Renewed After The Boys Spinoff Became Prime Video's No. 1 Show- "I Have Learned My Lesson": The Boys Creator Retracts 5 Season Plans After Gen V Season 2 Renewal
- Gen V Season 2 Filming Start Window Revealed In Exciting The Boys Update
- Chance Perdomo, Gen V's Andre Actor, Dies At 27
- Gen V Season 2 Has No Plans To Recast Chance Perdomo's Andre
- Gen V Season 2 Begins Filming In New BTS Images
- How Gen V Season 2 Will Handle Chance Perdomo's Death Without Recasting Andre Confirmed By Eric Kripke
- How Gen V Season 1's Ending Will Impact Cate & Marie's Relationship Teased By Showrunner
- Gen V Season 2 Gets First Look As Story Remains Under Wraps
- Gen V Season 2 Cast Update Reveals Godolkin University's New Dean
- Gen V Season 2 Release Window Teased By Amazon Exec
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