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Gen V

  • TV Series
  • 2023–
  • TV-MA
  • 50m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
141K
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Asa Germann, Derek Luh, Jaz Sinclair, Lizze Broadway, London Thor, and Maddie Phillips in Gen V (2023)
SuperheroTeen DramaActionAdventureComedyDramaSci-Fi

From the world of "The Boys" comes "Gen V," which explores the first generation of superheroes to know that their super powers are from Compound V. These heroes put their physical and moral ... Read allFrom the world of "The Boys" comes "Gen V," which explores the first generation of superheroes to know that their super powers are from Compound V. These heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test competing for the school's top ranking.From the world of "The Boys" comes "Gen V," which explores the first generation of superheroes to know that their super powers are from Compound V. These heroes put their physical and moral boundaries to the test competing for the school's top ranking.

  • Creators
    • Craig Rosenberg
    • Evan Goldberg
    • Eric Kripke
  • Stars
    • Jaz Sinclair
    • Lizze Broadway
    • Maddie Phillips
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    141K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    132
    23
    • Creators
      • Craig Rosenberg
      • Evan Goldberg
      • Eric Kripke
    • Stars
      • Jaz Sinclair
      • Lizze Broadway
      • Maddie Phillips
    • 410User reviews
    • 66Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 15 nominations total

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    Jaz Sinclair
    Jaz Sinclair
    • Marie Moreau
    • 2023–2025
    Lizze Broadway
    Lizze Broadway
    • Emma Meyer…
    • 2023–2025
    Maddie Phillips
    Maddie Phillips
    • Cate Dunlap
    • 2023–2025
    London Thor
    London Thor
    • Jordan Li
    • 2023–2025
    Derek Luh
    Derek Luh
    • Jordan Li
    • 2023–2025
    Asa Germann
    Asa Germann
    • Sam Riordan
    • 2023–2025
    Sean Patrick Thomas
    Sean Patrick Thomas
    • Polarity
    • 2023–2025
    Maia Jae
    Maia Jae
    • Justine
    • 2023–2025
    Alexander Calvert
    Alexander Calvert
    • Rufus
    • 2023–2025
    Jessica Clement
    Jessica Clement
    • Harper
    • 2023–2025
    Chance Perdomo
    Chance Perdomo
    • Andre Anderson
    • 2023
    Shelley Conn
    Shelley Conn
    • Indira Shetty
    • 2023
    Hamish Linklater
    Hamish Linklater
    • Dean Cipher…
    • 2025
    Patrick Schwarzenegger
    Patrick Schwarzenegger
    • Golden Boy…
    • 2023
    Marco Pigossi
    Marco Pigossi
    • Dr. Edison Cardosa
    • 2023
    Stephen Kalyn
    Stephen Kalyn
    • Greg
    • 2025
    Wyatt Dorion
    Wyatt Dorion
    • Black Hole
    • 2025
    Nicholas Hamilton
    Nicholas Hamilton
    • Maverick
    • 2023–2025
    • Creators
      • Craig Rosenberg
      • Evan Goldberg
      • Eric Kripke
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    Reviewers say 'Gen V' is lauded for its dark humor, creative action, and strong performances, blending teen drama with superhero action and exploring themes like identity and power dynamics. However, criticisms include uneven tone, predictable plot, and limited worldbuilding compared to 'The Boys'. Characters, though talented, don't match the original series' engagement. The show's reliance on gore and crude humor is seen as less effective.
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    8ITALUKE

    Entertaining.

    This review was made after watching Season 1.

    Good news, the show will have a second season 2. Sad news, sadly, one of the main actors passed away at 27. He was my favourite character in the series, I wish his family well, and I'm sure he made it to Heaven.

    Ok let's review the show now. Is there gore? Yes. Is there nudity? Yes. Are there cool superpowers? Yes. That checks it for most of The Boys fans, but this series has more. Many current topics are tackled like eating disorders, self harm, parents acceptance and social media. The cg is good, the sets are good, and the acting is great. You really should give it a try.
    7berestov

    If there was a drop of meaning in season 1, then season 2 is completely filler

    Between seasons 3 and 4 of Boys, a spin-off about gifted students in a gifted school was launched. There was even a connection to the main plot, and even though watching Season 4 of the Boys wasn't necessary, at least it was somehow connected. It was interesting to watch while waiting for the new season of the Boys.

    And now the second generation season is coming out. Again, between the 2 seasons of Boys: 4 and 5, which is the final one for a second. Expected (yes, my expectations are my problems) that after the cliffhanger in the finale of season 4 of Boys, the continuation of Generation V for its entire 8 episodes will pull the characters of the series to the main team and will also end at the most interesting place, but...

    There was nothing. An absolutely empty and plotless season. Filler season. A season that is not needed does not answer any of the interesting questions and simply wastes the viewer's time.

    It's not clear why the series hasn't closed yet, because interest in such content will tend to zero after the Boys finale. If he's not thinking about anything now, it's only going to get worse.
    8Supermanfan-13

    Not as good as The Boys but still pretty good

    Gen V is every bit as good as I hoped it would be. This is a spin-off of the incredible series The Boys and much like that series this is a show for adults. Gen V tells the story of a premier college for superheroes called Godolkin University. The students there are looking to join the elite superhero teams across America. We get to see these young supes as they learn to become both superheroes and adults. Obviously, not everyone there is a good guy, there are also villains and this show turns very bloody very quickly. There are also plenty of cameos from the The Boys that pop up in this too. I'm so glad that they are expanding this universe and hope they do even more spin-offs. If you like The Boys I promise that you'll like this too.
    8calebadick

    Class

    This show is comedic, irreverent, and crass, but somehow they merged the characters played by Chance Perdomo and Sean Patrick Thomas with grace and let the moments breathe. There is so much love that the father pours out for his son on screen that it transcends and honors the late actor. Great character work in season 2.
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    Generic Teen Drama meets The Boys

    The Boys show is amazing. Excellent casting along with compelling storylines and gruesome details. It has it all. This show is a spinoff in the same universe, though it never manages to reach the same heights or interest of The Boys.

    If you've seen one modern teenage drama, you've seen them all. Basically it's about actors in their late 20's, playing as 18 years old, tackling the issues of identity, sex, evil senior leadership that is keeping a dark secret and modern diversity and inclusivity.

    The show tries to make the story more interesting by using gruesome elements form the Boys universe (and that's the only reason that I gave it 6/10), but at its core it's still the same annoying teen drama.

    Special effects and gruesome details are at par with "the boys", while acting and storyline is lacking in quality, boring and feel forced.

    It still better than most of the superhero movies being released today, as it's not as predictable and stupid as the rest of them, but it's mostly due to "the Boys" universe and not as self sufficient as it might have been.

    I hope they'll manage to improve and take it further to the insanely high level of the original show\comics.

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    • Trivia
      Season 1 of Gen V (2023) occurs shortly before the events of Season 4 of The Boys (2019).
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    • Release date
      • September 29, 2023 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • "The Boys Presents: Varsity"
    • Filming locations
      • Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Amazon MGM Studios
      • Amazon Studios
      • Kripke Enterprises
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    • Runtime
      • 50m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD
      • 2.39:1

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