Gen V’sfirst season made a huge impression, leading to a second installment being greenlit, and one tease hints at the spinoff setting up a feud that could rival Butcher vs. Homelander. While creating anotherThe Boysspinoff sounded like a massive risk on paper,Gen V’s university setting helped the show stand out and excel, making the project a big hit. Not only did the series introduce its own memorable characters and interesting story, but it tied into the main show perfectly, resulting inGen Vbeing renewed for season 2, which will be released in 2025.
WithThe Boysseason 4’s endinghaving big implications forGen V’s second season, the stakes look to be higher than ever, with more conflict on the horizon. As a result, things are set to get more personal between the spinoff’s main protagonists and antagonists, with season 2 already teasing a big feud. Although Homelander and Butcher have been the franchise’s biggest rivalry ever since Prime Video’s universe began in 2019, their battle will likely come to a close inThe Boys' final season. However,Gen Vmay already have the perfect two characters to replace them.
Gen V Creator’s Season 2 Tease Sets Up Marie & Cate As The New Homelander & Butcher
Marie & Cate’s History Gives Them A Personal Relationship That Could End Up Rivaling Homelander Vs. Butcher
Homelander and Butcher’s ongoing rivalry has been boiling for a long time and is full of hate and resentment, butGen Vseason 2 looks like it could make Cate and Marie the next version of the duo. LikeThe Boys,Gen Vdoesn’t have a single protagonist, butMarie is the closest thing to the show’s central character and Cate could become the spinoff’s Homelander equivalent. Although season 2’s story has been kept relatively under wraps,Gen V’s showrunner teased Marie and Cate’s relationshipbeing impacted by season 1’s finale, meaning things could get hostile between them.
During the battle going on at Godolkin, Cate tried to use her powers to control Jordan Li; however, Marie instinctively stopped her by using her blood manipulation to blow up part of Cate’s arm.
They are already on opposite sides ofThe Boys' main storyline, as Cate officially joinedHomelander’s supe armyin season 4 while Marie tried to oppose him duringGen Vseason 1’s finale. During the battle going on at Godolkin, Cate tried to use her powers to control Jordan Li; however, Marie instinctively stopped her by utilizing her blood manipulation to blow up part of Cate’s arm. While Michele Fazekas' hint didn’t necessarily indicate their relationship would be hostile, it’s hard to imagine things going back to normal after such an incident, making their season 2 dynamic more interesting.
A Showdown Between Cate & Marie Is Inevitable After Gen V Season 1’s Ending
Heartbreakingly, Marie and Cate were friends at the beginning of the show, but as Godolkin’s secrets slowly got revealed, the two drifted and now seem destined to come to blows. AfterThe Boysseason 4’s game-changing conclusion, the franchise looks like it’s only going to get more violent, especially as Homelander tries to seize ultimate control, meaning this tone will likely spill intoGen V. Even if the two don’t hate each other right now,Cate’s loyalty to Homelander and his vision seems like something Marie will heavily oppose, which could escalate their existing conflict even further.
Cate Dunlap, Sam Riordan, and Tek Knight all appear in season 4 ofThe Boysafter debuting inGen V.
In addition, with the spinoff likely acting as the perfect bridge intoThe Boys' fifth and final season, it’s hard to imagineGen Vseason 2 won’t end with a bang.Although Cate using her powers on Frenchie inThe Boysseason4 would indicate she’s guaranteed to be involved in the main show’s last season, her part in Homelander’s plan could be explained inGen V, meaning a battle with Marie could still happen. Their history and opposite ideologies are too significant for them not to clash over their differences, and a showdown between the two looks inevitable.
Season 2 Could Give Cate & Marie A Better Ending Than Homelander & Butcher
Cate’s Tragic Backstory Means She Could See Sense, Unlike Homelander Or Butcher
Although there is no way back for Butcher and Homelander,Gen Vcould still provide Cate and Marie a more hopeful ending. Early details about season 2’s story indicate that Marie and the other protagonists will make their way out of Vought’s facility and return to Godlokin thanks to Cate. While her actions could be at the orders of Homelander, it’s equally possible that Cate is still unsure about her role in the supe revolution. Her backstory showed that she suffered childhood trauma and was easily influenced, meaning she may finally see logic in season 2.
8 Ways The Boys Season 4’s Ending Sets Up Gen V Season 2
The Boys season 4 was heavily informed by the events of Gen V, with the finale directly setting up a lot of plot points for Gen V season 2.
Cate’s views also aren’t anywhere near as extreme as Homelander’s - or Butcher’s for that matter - which suggests she can still be redeemed before it’s too late. She did show remorse when it came to betraying her friends, proving there is still good in her, andif Marie and the other protagonists can get through to her, Cate may switch allegiances and help fight Homelander. Sadly,The Boysfranchise’s overall tone doesn’t leave room for many happy endings, but Cate joining Marie and the other central characters would be the sort of bombshell endingGen Vseason 2 needs.
Therefore, while Homelander and Butcher’s story looks destined to end in tragedy,Gen Vcould reverse this with Marie and Cate, giving them a more wholesome ending that helps separate the spinoff fromThe Boys.
Gen V
Gen V is set at America’s only college for superheroes, where students challenge their moral limits while competing to join 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.
