The Boys, a show known for its twists and turns, has left fans theorizing about the fate of its notorious supervillain, Homelander, after the dramatic events of Season 5, Episode 6. With only two episodes left in the entire series, the stakes are higher than ever.
In this episode, Homelander finally gets his hands on V-One, the original super serum, and injects it into his system, gaining immense power and immortality. This development has left The Boys, the group determined to stop Homelander's tyranny, in a precarious position.
One popular fan theory suggests that Homelander's father, Soldier Boy, will play a pivotal role in his downfall. Before giving V-One to Homelander, Soldier Boy obtained it from Bombsight, another supe powered by V-One. Bombsight agreed to hand it over only if Soldier Boy used his radioactive blast power to destroy V-One in Bombsight's body, thus ending his immortality. This action was successful, and Bombsight was restored to mortality.
This event has led fans to believe that Soldier Boy will eventually do the same to Homelander, stripping him of his powers and making him vulnerable. Some fans are so convinced of this outcome that they've even called the show predictable. However, there are valid concerns about the likelihood of this theory. Soldier Boy freely gave Homelander V-One, citing their mutual love interest, Clara Vought/Stormfront, as his motivation. Would he really change his allegiance again?
There are other theories circulating as well. Some fans speculate that Sister Sage, known as the smartest person in the world, might find a way to create more V-One. Others believe that Homelander's son, Ryan, could play a crucial role in his undoing. There's even a theory that the V-One given to Homelander is flawed or tampered with.
The show's creative team has left viewers wondering how The Boys will overcome this seemingly insurmountable challenge, given Homelander's newfound god-like status. Actor Antony Starr, who portrays Homelander, has addressed concerns about the show's ending, assuring fans that it won't be a letdown like some recent controversial series finales.
As we approach the series finale, the question on everyone's mind is: How will The Boys defeat an unkillable Homelander? The answer will be revealed when the final episode screens in theaters in 4XD, alongside its release on Prime Video. Personally, I think the showrunners have a tricky task ahead, but I'm excited to see how they'll pull off a satisfying conclusion to this epic battle.
