Will Soldier Boy Return in ‘The Boys’? When Can We Expect His Comeback?

‘The Boys’ continues to reign as one of the world’s most popular superhero series, with its fourth season debuting on June 13, 2024, featuring the first three episodes. Initial reception was mixed, but the series has gained momentum and is now Certified Fresh with high ratings.

This season has been filled with captivating and unexpected developments, many of which we’ve discussed in our weekly episode reviews. Yet, notably absent so far is Soldier Boy, whose significant role in the previous season suggests his story is far from over, as implied by the Season 3 finale.

As the current season approaches its conclusion, Soldier Boy has been alluded to but Jensen Ackles’ character has not yet appeared. Will he debut in Season 4? Will his presence be felt before the series concludes? Stay tuned to find out!

Soldier Boy made a captivating and popular debut in ‘The Boys.’ Initially portrayed as a superhero aligned with The Boys against Homelander, his character arc revealed complexities, despite his flaws becoming evident. While Season 3 implies his demise, both Kripke and Ackles have assured fans that Soldier Boy’s narrative is far from finished.

The old TV adage is like, never kill anyone unless you really, really have to. Never close a door, open a window. We’ll all have to wait and see, but I can’t imagine the series ending without Soldier Boy making another appearance.

– Eric Kripke, EW (2022)

There’s some things out there. I’m not allowed to give anything out, but we’ll just say that Soldier Boy is not dead. Thank God.

– Jensen Ackles, AwardsRadar.com (2023)

The Season 3 finale revealed that Soldier Boy survived, but now, seven episodes into Season 4, he has yet to make a full return. While he had a cameo in ‘Gen V,’ it was brief. Will he make a comeback in the Season 4 finale? A recent photo of Ackles suggests he will, indicating his sole appearance this season will likely be in the finale.

The cap labeled “The Boys Season 4” suggests it was likely distributed to cast and crew during filming. While it’s possible Jensen Ackles received it as a gift, the likelihood is higher that he was involved in production.

Although it’s not confirmed that Soldier Boy will return in Season 4, all signs point to his reappearance. If he does appear in the final episode, it could set the stage for a more significant role in the fifth and final season, particularly considering hints of a team-up with Jared Padalecki. This implies Soldier Boy’s storyline in Season 4 will likely avoid a definitive conclusion.

As mentioned, this is speculative for now, but the signs are promising. We’ll be thrilled if Ackles returns this season. For updates on what unfolds next, stay tuned with us!

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