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Vought Rising: Unmasking The Boys’ Gritty 1950s Noir Prequel on Prime Video
Welcome back, Bureau members! If you thought The Boys universe was done surprising us, think again. Get ready to rewind the clock to the atomic age, as Prime Video prepares to unleash Vought Rising, a compelling prequel series diving deep into the origins of the world’s most messed-up corporation. This isn’t your grandma’s 1950s; this is where the supe-fueled chaos began.
The buzz is real, and for good reason. The show is described by The Boys creator Eric Kripke as a “noir-like murder mystery,” set years after Soldier Boy’s time at the Fort Harmony WWII base. Expect twists, turns, and a conspiracy that unravels Vought International’s sinister beginnings. Paul Grellong from Revolution is helming this journey into the past as showrunner.
Forget the sanitized visions of post-war Americana. Kripke promises a “very gritty version” of the 50s, complete with heroin dens, underground gay bars, and a truly dirty underbelly. This will be the era that shaped the world, and the supes, we know and… well, love to hate.
Jensen Ackles is back, baby, reprising his role as Soldier Boy, though in a drastically different light. Here, he’s Ben, a rich kid trying to be a “real hero,” caught in his element before the world broke him. We’ll witness the formative experiences that forged the cynical “fish out of water” we encountered in The Boys.
But Soldier Boy isn’t the only familiar face making a comeback. Aya Cash returns as an earlier iteration of Clara Vought, also known as Liberty, also known as Stormfront. As the first successful V1 recipient, her fascist rhetoric will be on full display, and we’ll see the complex, unsettling connection Ben had with her.
Joining them are a fresh roster of early Supes and some intriguing new additions. The Vought universe is truly expanding its lore.
Here’s a quick look at the emerging supe lineup:
* Bombsight (Mason Dye): Already known for despising Ben, he’s a rich kid who bought his way into the program, much to the chagrin of his peers.
* Torpedo (Will Hochman): Sporting a cool Golden Age-style aquatic-themed suit.
* Private Angel (Elizabeth Posey): She’s got wings, which sounds pretty epic for the 50s.
* Jorden Myrie: Seen gaining powers via V1 in the trailer – an exciting new face.
* KiKi Layne (If Beale Street Could Talk): Cast in an undisclosed role, but her presence suggests something substantial.
And for those who devoured Gen V, prepare for another callback. Ethan Slater is tipped to return as Thomas Godolkin, Frederick Vought’s right-hand man and the mind-controlling founder of Godolkin University. Kripke himself said it would be “insane” not to include him.
Supernatural fans, rejoice! Mark Pellegrino, a.k.a. Lucifer himself, has joined the cast in an unrevealed role. While he probably isn’t playing Satan, in The Boys’ twisted reality, who knows? He could be someone far worse. Cecily Strong, Eric Johnson, and Annie Shapero are also on board in recurring roles.
The first Vought Rising trailer, dropped after The Boys finale, gave us a glimpse of Soldier Boy in his old-school mask and suit, plus plenty of supe action and the expected blood and “needle drops.” It’s a stylish, violent trip down memory lane that fans of the satirical superhero genre will adore.
Mark your calendars, or at least mentally prepare: Vought Rising is eyeing a 2027 release on Prime Video. While that’s a bit of a wait, a journey back to the genesis of Vought International, and the evolution of its original “hero,” is well worth the patience.
The Nerd Bureau Take:
Vought Rising isn’t just another prequel; it’s a crucial missing piece of the puzzle for The Boys’ overarching narrative. Exploring the gritty 1950s through a noir-infused, supe-powered lens offers an unparalleled opportunity to understand the dark roots of Vought’s power and Soldier Boy’s tragic trajectory. With Kripke’s vision for a truly dirty, unsanitized era, expect a series that’s as thought-provoking as it is explosively entertaining. This is essential viewing for anyone invested in the future of the Vought Cinematic Universe.
