Is ‘The Boys’ spin-off ‘Gen V’ renewed for season 2?

As we near the end of the first season of The Boys spin-off Gen V, fans of the new Prime Video series are already hopeful we’ll get to see a lot more of the show in the future.

Given the popularity of The Boys, it was always likely the Gen V would have plenty of in-built fans, and positive critical reviews are only adding to the hype. Spin-offs in this day and age can be seen as money grabs, but the writers and producers have so far managed to avoid those accusations.

There’s a compelling mystery at the heart of the season to keep viewers gripped, with a shadowy project known as “The Woods” on the tip of the tongue of many characters. The caustic and satirical humor that made The Boys such a success is also pretty prevalent in the new show, too, which is always a good thing.

So, is The Boys spin-off Gen V renewed for season 2? Read on to find out.

The Boys spin-off Gen V was renewed for season 2

For a while, viewers did not have a clear answer as to whether or not there would be a second season of Gen V, although things seemed positive based on the showrunner’s outlook. After what feels like a long wait, we now have confirmation that there will be a second season!

According to Variety, the head of television at Amazon MGM Studios, Vernon Sanders, had this to say about the decision:

Expanding the universe of ‘The Boys’ with a series as bold as ‘Gen V’ has been an incredible journey for us and our wonderful partners at Sony.From our first conversation with showrunners Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, along with Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen, we knew ‘Gen V’ would push the boundaries. Their unapologetic approach is exactly what audiences love, and it has helped ‘Gen V’ become the No. 1 series on Prime Video in over 130 countries. ‘Gen V’ is Prime Video’s most acquisitive new Original series of 2023, and we’re excited that our incredible cast and crew are going to continue telling brave and bold stories from ‘Gen V’ to our customers.

What could Gen V season 2 entail?

The executive producer Eric Kripke shared what viewers can look forward to in the next season in the aforementioned Variety interview. He said:

These are characters and stories we’ve grown to love, and we are thrilled to know people feel the same! The writers are already working on the new season—sophomore year is gonna be wild, with all the twists, heart, satire, and exploding genitalia you’ve come to expect from the show.

It seems like there is still plenty of room for the show to develop further, given that the writers aren’t just focusing on the Supes’ shenanigans, but also how being young and powerful affects their mental health. Then there’s the school setting, which means creators can look at things like teen eating disorders and bullying.

We can’t wait to see what happens next.