The Boys Season 5: Fans of The Boys are eagerly awaiting the highly-anticipated fifth season, and there’s some exciting casting news to share!
Daveed Diggs, known for his roles in Hamilton, Snowpiercer, and The Little Mermaid, has joined the cast of The Boys for season 5. However, his role remains under wraps for now. The announcement came from the show’s official social media channels, where the caption teased, “New S5 crumbs… let’s all welcome Daveed Diggs to The Boys family. He’ll be playing a character in the show. That’s all ya get for now.”
Speculation on The Boys Season 5 Release Date
According to actor Karl Urban, fans should expect The Boys season 5 to premiere in 2026. In an Instagram post, Urban shared a behind-the-scenes photo with co-star Jeffrey Dean Morgan, captioned, “Working with the amazing @jeffreydeanmorgan was a highlight every day. That’s all from @theboystv for now. See you in …2 years (wish it was sooner) for the final season on @primevideo.”
Past release patterns give some clues about the timing of season 5. While the first two seasons were released fairly close together, with just a one-year gap between them, production has slowed down in recent years. Seasons 3 and 4 had around two years between them, suggesting this is now the established rhythm for the show. Therefore, it seems reasonable to expect season 5 to debut in mid-2026. However, this is subject to change, and any official updates will be provided as soon as available.
The Return of Soldier Boy
One of the most highly anticipated developments in season 5 is the return of Soldier Boy, portrayed by Jensen Ackles. After being largely absent in season 4, Soldier Boy was last seen in a post-credit scene, heavily sedated. Showrunner Eric Kripke has confirmed that Soldier Boy will play a pivotal role in the upcoming season, hinting at his involvement in the final chapter of the series. Soldier Boy’s complicated connection to Homelander, as his biological father, adds even more intrigue to the storyline.
Additionally, although Claudia Doumit’s character, Victoria Neuman, appeared to meet her end in the season 4 finale, reports suggest that she will be returning. On the other hand, Grace Mallory, played by Laila Robins, is expected to appear only in flashbacks after her character’s demise.
As season 5 approaches, the speculation and excitement continue to build around The Boys’ thrilling conclusion on Prime Video.
