Gen V has firmly cemented itself as a vital part of The Boys universe, bridging storylines and characters in ways that enrich the overall franchise. The first season of Gen V takes place after The Boys season 3 but before season 4, focusing on Marie Moreau and other young supes at Godolkin University—the training ground for future members of The Seven. However, the show quickly uncovers a darker agenda: scientists at the university are developing a virus capable of killing superheroes.
The connection between the two series becomes most apparent through overlapping plot points and characters. In the Gen V season 1 finale, Homelander attacks Marie and her friends, who are then imprisoned in a mysterious facility. The Boys season 4 picks up this thread, with Butcher discovering the supe-killing virus introduced in Gen V. By the end of season 4, he eliminates Victoria Neuman and secures the last remaining vial of the virus.
Direct character and location links further tie the shows together. Victoria Neuman’s daughter ends up at the Red River Institute, where Marie Moreau grew up, and Gen V season 2 features cameos from The Boys characters like Starlight and The Deep, enhancing the crossover appeal. Season 2 of Gen V concluded on October 22, 2025, with Marie, Jordan, Emma, and Andre teaming up with Starlight and A-Train, setting the stage for The Boys season 5.
Eric Kripke, the creator of the franchise, confirmed that these young supes will play a “crucial role” in the final season of The Boys while also revealing that Gen V will continue beyond the original series. He teased plans for a potential season 3 that is both surprising and emotionally grounded, emphasizing that the Gen V storyline is far from over.
In essence, Gen V isn’t just a spin-off—it’s an integral part of The Boys universe, expanding the lore, introducing new threats, and deepening the interconnected narrative between the two shows.
