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“The Boys” Season 4 Blurs the Line Between Heroes and Villains

Amazon Prime's superhero satire delves into its characters' complex pasts, proving no one is purely good or evil in its gritty universe

Naser Nahandian by Naser Nahandian
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The fourth season of Amazon Prime’s hit superhero satire “The Boys” has taken a darker turn, delving deep into the morally ambiguous pasts of its supposed heroes. This shift in focus provides viewers with a harsh reality check, emphasizing that in the show’s gritty universe, no one is purely good or evil.

Created by Eric Kripke, “The Boys” has always pushed the boundaries of traditional superhero narratives, but the latest season goes further by exposing the questionable actions of characters previously seen as morally upright. This narrative choice adds layers of complexity to fan-favorite characters and challenges viewers’ perceptions of heroism.

Two characters in particular, Annie January (Erin Moriarty) and Frenchie (Tomer Capone), have had their pasts scrutinized this season. Revelations about Frenchie’s time as a mafia hitman, including the murder of a child, cast a dark shadow over his redemption arc. Similarly, accusations about Annie’s behavior during her pageant days as Starlight, including bullying and accidentally blinding a woman, tarnish her image as a beacon of hope.

These revelations don’t necessarily negate the good these characters have done throughout the series, but they do complicate their moral standing. The show seems to be emphasizing that even its heroes are deeply flawed individuals capable of both heroic and villainous actions.

This theme extends to other characters as well. A-Train (Jessie T. Usher), previously seen as an antagonist, is showing signs of redemption by cooperating with the government. Meanwhile, Hughie (Jack Quaid) makes ethically questionable decisions regarding his father’s medical treatment, blurring the lines between right and wrong.

The season also continues to humanize its primary antagonist, Homelander (Antony Starr), further muddying the moral waters of the series. By presenting characters with complex, often contradictory motivations and actions, “The Boys” Season 4 challenges the very notion of superheroes and villains.

This approach sets “The Boys” apart from more traditional superhero narratives. Instead of presenting clear-cut heroes and villains, the show portrays its characters as deeply human, capable of both great good and terrible evil. In doing so, it offers a more nuanced and perhaps realistic take on what it means to be a hero in a world where power can corrupt absolutely.

As the season progresses, viewers are left to grapple with the idea that in the world of “The Boys,” everyone is an antihero, pursuing their own version of what they believe is right. This moral complexity adds depth to the storytelling and keeps audiences engaged, questioning their own perceptions of right and wrong.

New episodes of “The Boys” Season 4 continue to stream every Thursday on Amazon Prime Video in the U.S., promising more shocking revelations and moral dilemmas as the season unfolds.

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