The Boys: Season 2 - Episode 5 (My Thoughts)

[@jdrc1233]

Nobody talking about when homelander said “what? They’re starving and all of the sudden somebody’s got a phone”😂

[@sazidafnan5015]

Yeah man. Homelander has a good sense of humor

[@scalpingsnake]

The dark humour in this season is fucking diabolical I love it

[@MFBloosh]

I spit my pop out when he said that shit. Fucking savage lol. But, that's why we hate to love him. Butcher is my personal favorite, though.

[@scalpingsnake]

@@MFBloosh Not sure what was better; this line or when he said 'we have Black noirs race in terms of diversity... whatever that is'

[@Holthis]

scalpingsnake he doesn’t identify with race remember?

[@genises200]

I thought it was freaking HILARIOUS when Black Noir completely failed to be sneaky by being spotted and setting off every trap. Definitely giving props to his marketing team for that

[@jamescallanan2443]

I would love if he's actually not sneaky at all and the marketing team just wanted one of the members to be sneaky

[@GTOYMPodcast]

@@jamescallanan2443 that would be gold! I wish we could have actually seen him getting "home aloned", that would have been hilarious too!

[@lauram4023]

I actually thought he was deliberately setting them off to freak them out like some psychological warfare shit. Like in the first episode, he snuck all the way through the supe's house only to confront him head on and get blasted by the fire powers, and walk away unscathed. Same with the bombs; first one goes off, he must be dead, second one goes off, fuck he's not dead, third one goes off, fuck, we're dead.

[@andreoliveira191]

Yes xD

[@andreoliveira191]

I thoght I was the only one who found that funny as f***

[@jonasquinn7977]

I can't agree with you on this one Jeremy, I'm loving Season 2 I can't help but feel like you've gotten too used to being able to see the entirety of a character arc in a binge rather than watching it week to week since despite us only just being over half way through the season you're writing off Kimiko and Frenchie as the writers just not knowing what to do with them

[@jonbongjovi1869]

yup. S2 knocks me out (and takes no prisoners) just like S1!

[@SupportTheLittleGuy]

So am I, can’t wait to see how it ends!!

[@funnyfergi8319]

Homelander's daydream of slaughtering the protestors TOTALLY had me.

[@toddstone230]

The fact that it could Actually happen at anytime is what makes it so believable

[@mattmccomas1]

My mouth was literally wide open, but I kinda knew he wasn't completely that far gone. Yet.

[@funnyfergi8319]

Todd Stone yeeesssssss

[@funnyfergi8319]

Matt McComas me too I was straight 😮 I messed up and read ahead in the comics so I was like DAAAAAAMN that escalated quick asab

[@IsaiahSenku]

I was so surprised but not at the same time... Then I was like "whew, thank God"

[@TylerJxN]

Did anyone else catch that line Homelander said on the film set? "That Joss rewrite really did wonders, huh?" 😂😂

[@robertriter4077]

I'm surprised nobody's laughing about Patton Oswalt's "Agent Pierson" being a clear Agent Coulson analogue. Even funnier since Oswalt was on Agents of Shield.

[@TMSokoya]

@@robertriter4077 That wasn't Patton Oswalt...that was Greg Grunberg.

[@TMSokoya]

@@sophiesdollhouse 100%. The dialogue made it even more ham-fisted 😆

[@sterling7]

@@TMSokoya though it's funny that Oswalt voiced The Deep's gills while he was hallucinating.

[@TMSokoya]

@@sterling7 Now that is correct.

[@Athena-ul7iz]

I actually like season 2 quite a lot, I disagree that it is weak..🤔

[@lofty3355]

Right? I think it's fantastic. This kinda sounds like a bad take

[@ruthgallagher1168]

It's more character driven which I prefer to last season. This lends more shades of grey to many of the characters. First season was more black and white.

[@AlbertoMartinez765]

Its Not as strong as season 1, But thats because it was a shock.. well that Shock not as strong now, you won't get it again easily this time. Thats Said I am enjoying this season

[@joansano8322]

I really like It a lot too

[@vrika4280]

I think the main difference is the first season was more focused, and now they have to expand everything they set up so it feels "weaker". They have a lot of characters, plotlines, etc. Maybe as well since he is watching stuff like kobra kai which is more self contained, this is going to feel slower in comparison. I am really enjoying it as well, don't feel it has dipped in quality it is just a more worldbuilding season.

[@djdelmonte2712]

I think the main tension of this season is when will Homelander snap, as well as we've seen in real life it takes alot to sway public opinion for a widely loved thing

[@renanboti]

Look at Che Guevara for example. Dude killed innocent people in cold blood and to this day people still use shirts with his face on it.

[@jackalope_hunter]

@@renanboti Look at American presidents for example. Each killed innocent people in war crimes and to this day people still support them.

[@Sssithlord]

@@jackalope_hunter that's every president of every country. Stop blaming US only. Trump is doing what everyone else does just he doesn't hide it lmao

[@Zephmarkz]

@@Sssithlord thats a stretch. I would rather say many president and leaders has done that. Not every single one. Thats Just plain wrong dude.

[@Sssithlord]

@@Zephmarkz doesn't change the fact people still seem to think only USA is doing this shit lol

[@juliafox502]

Stormfront definitely isn’t on homelanders side, her own plans she’s got.

[@rl8259]

Yeah she’s just manipulating him

[@jamescallanan2443]

You went a little Yoda at the end there.

[@RebornVengeancex]

God i wish I could get rid of these bots

[@jamescallanan2443]

@@RebornVengeancex Can you please kill them Hisoka?

[@RebornVengeancex]

@@jamescallanan2443 my pleasure

[@kyju7093]

The part with Kimiko being a hit man killing off Russian mobsters is also 100% from the comics. It’s part of her backstory because she was used by these people as an assassin so she’s taking revenge on the people that treated her like a weapon and hurt her

[@EzraDair]

They were not Russian

[@Mr_Cinematic]

You should check out my vid about The Boys brah

[@johnpatz8395]

Haven’t read the comics, but until the spelled out what she was doing I assumed she was going after all the criminals who helped ship her into the USA

[@veggieh8r]

I laughed out loud when Stormfront's Starbucks cup said "Storefront"

[@rajmahanta5737]

Didn't notice that lol

[@paul1780]

Damn, everyone here's got better vision than me 😖. Gotta rewatch & pause for this.

[@alexsmith-rs6zq]

momarist umm her name was misspelled?

[@chandrashekard.7543]

@momarist the cashier misspelled her name when giving out the order

[@jeromefuerte5670]

@momarist Starbucks is notorious for spelling names wrong.

[@recondite_me]

Did you catch that line of homelander " This new Joss rewrite really sings" 😂

[@gowrasathvik7410]

Ik ik😂😂😂

[@amoggo7613]

Yeahhhhhh😂🔥🔥🔥

[@jdrc1233]

When did he said that?

[@odirherrera131]

I felt that but then thought about how Joss would handle The Boys if he did this show

[@Lite727]

I had to replay that to confirm 🤣🤣

[@REIQ]

are you sure? I think the season 2 is pretty strong.

[@neondemon5137]

@Zeke Glenn It's hot trash compared to the first season. Second seasons are always the worst.

[@PabloTheThug]

Neon Demon alright, what makes it hot trash?

[@mattreynolds110]

Neon Demon in your opinion, I disagree

[@neondemon5137]

@@PabloTheThug It's great if you have trouble sleeping.

[@davinci1661]

guys guys this is easy, season 2 = more story = more mistakes that's it

[@andreware2039]

The way that Stormfront is slowly showing her colors is kinda getting scary. Homelander having his brief mental slip was a good curveball with that crowd 😰

[@SK-iy7ci]

I expected the black noir stalking butcher sequences to have more of some suspense/horror elements, but the episode was still kickass

[@dragonhunterx5929]

I thought it was a fake out and he actually wanted to talk to butcher for whatever reason.

[@shoobsinator]

@@dragonhunterx5929 he doesn't talk, lol.

[@dragonhunterx5929]

@@shoobsinator I know. But he could write stuff.

[@bobsandwich3431]

the battle was lame. The promo showed butcher being like you wanna take me on do you? And his fight is he hits black noir and then black noir smacks him and chokes him.

[@NeoReoxis]

Bob Sandwich what’d you expect? Butcher would’ve been bodied in a real battle

[@kalron27]

You missed the real threat. *EDIT*Homelander is supposed to be sterile, Homelander's kid is the secret Vought is trying to keep from the public. *EDIT*He passed on his powers, this isn't supposed to happen. This season is completely about relationships and the complexity of them; from Huey and Butcher to Butcher and his wife to Huey and Annie to Frenchie and Kimiko to The Deep and The Seven to The Seven and Vought to Vought and the World. I for one am enjoying the hell out of it.

[@vissermatt1058]

i personally feel that the different mini stories on everyone are taken up just a bit too much time, while not progressing to much. the only thing this season is moving towards right now is a big single episode and a cliff hanger. thats not a bad thing, but i was hoping for more

[@FreeJuice100]

@@vissermatt1058 Im really enjoying this season but I completely agree with you. I have no doubt in my mind there will be a cliff hanger ending and I hate it with ever fiber of my body but I'm really enjoying the ride. It would probably hit different if we got the whole season.

[@kingerz]

Yeah this is the thing.

[@adamv3571]

Only homelander is sterile. Translucent and Mesmerizer had kids.

[@anubhavroy2309]

Nah. The series is struggling a bit. They have set up so much that they are not entering a subject completely.

[@RealShaktimaan]

Noir was chilling on the roof in daylight for hours and no one could see him.

[@Psycorde]

Was fucking creepy noticing him in the mirror

[@timboslice9905]

He’s graduated from the Drax the Destroyer school of Invisibility with honors.

[@EnderShard]

When was the last time you stared down a roof when dealing with an underground gas leak

[@blazingmonolith4323]

Butcher clearly saw him, my question is why give yourself away so easily?

[@tristrisX]

@@blazingmonolith4323 I mean what are you going to do about it

[@MaxResolve]

I mean agree it's not as strong as season 1, disagree that it's weak. Appreciate you having the balls to voice a contrary opinion to the masses though.

[@TheStarSpangledAvenger]

Yeah I don't agree with him here. These episodes have been pretty strong. I agree not as well paced as season 1. Hard to compare to that well constructed world building season.

[@stephs8665]

@@TheStarSpangledAvenger I mainly blame it on the weekly drops.

[@TheStarSpangledAvenger]

@@stephs8665 yeah cause you can't get the big picture aspect of storytelling. Totally get it.

[@TheStarSpangledAvenger]

@Anti-Federalist 1776 don't know if I agree with that. Some arcs and threads are stronger than others, but nice to see the characters struggling to find their footing. Especially Butcher.

[@TheStarSpangledAvenger]

@Anti-Federalist 1776 to be honest I think the source material lacks a lot of humanity. Not a huge fan of it. So I'm not the best to make that call. Huey is going through a lot being that support that Butcher needs. I enjoyed that. MM is stepping up and becoming more of the defacto leader. He has more to do and we got his backstory that is somewhat similar to the comic. In addition. We still have 3 episodes. I don't care for The Deep stuff too much, but let's see where it goes.

[@deryeksandhu8383]

I think it's scary how topical this show is. All of Jeremy's complaints about the cracks in the world building...well we're literally seeing it out in the real world. Video footage gets ignored, big corporate exposures are explained away like Vought putting Madeline Swan under the bus. Others have mentioned Ezra Miller, but there is an Indian Actor who literally killed homeless people by drunk driving over their sleeping bodies, and he is the most popular actor in his country. This shit happens in real life, it's not inconsistent worldbuilding. It is frighteningly real. I love the channel, but I agree with the others. I think you should wait to watch it all at once. Season 1 was better paced, but I'm sure if you watched it on a weekly basis, it wouldn't feel as crisp. This season seems to be obviously building up to Homelander snapping, and I actually think the overall slower pace will pay off once the shit hits the fan. I like that they moved from Vought being an iconic company with a shady underbelly to having its shadiness outed and still being the biggest, most influential organization on the planet. It shows a genuine parallel to our actual world. I also like that the season is taking its time to show the characters deal with more personal stuff. They aren't taking down Vought with a plan in mind. They exposed Vought, and nothing happened. They are in despair, and that translates to the slow pace as well. I genuinely think once this season is over, we'll be able to appreciate these little moments more in hindsight. I think you said it yourself. Your opinion is affected by you coming off Cobra Kai which you called a good binge. I think you're just missing the binge for the Boys as well.

[@luism2754]

EXACTLY. Like I mean there are literally a lot of documentaries on Netlifx, KZbin, BBC about how Apple and Nestle are horrible companies that literally abuse poor people and destroy families around the world... And nobody cares

[@AzkuulaKtaktu]

You nailed it. The show is evolving in smart ways. The "curtain" Jeremy mentioned will, I think, be lifted by the end of this season.

[@stoicallycynic8019]

but...but bhai does charity.

[@shivangc999]

I actually agree with that, if this season would've been released all at once then we wouldn't have any issues, it's the weekly gaps that leave us with the empty feeling inside like "that's it? now I have to wait another fkn week to see what happens next." but it doesn't mean this season isn't bad. For example, you teased Giancarlo Esposito as the main baddie but he's barely had screentime this season. I know we still have like 3 more episodes to go and all but if he doesn't get more screentime then this is officially the worst season of the The Boys ever.

[@deryeksandhu8383]

@@shivangc999 I see them setting Homelander/Stormfront as the big bad. Gus is definitely a big name but him not being given the limelight doesn't make the show bad. His entire character is about being in the shadows and having the real power and control. I think it suits him perfectly.

[@Abitofeverything4]

I knew that scene of Homelander lazering everyone was a ‘dream’ sequence... but man I wish it was real :’)

[@sayyidf.b.6378]

It’s been such a long time since I’ve been fooled by a dream sequence & man that scene got me. It works so well b/c Homelander would definitely do that.

[@ShepherdTeam6]

no one knew he would be able to control himself in that situation. I mean when have you seen him have a shed of restraint, I'll wait.

[@duongho9909]

Sayyid F.B. That’s why I love him so much as a character. He’s so unpredictable so anything he does can totally be a viable option for him

[@No-tt2tz]

Lmao.... And here I'm, when that scene came i paused streaming , went to my brother in another room and told him that the Homdlander just killed thousands people in the public and then i gotta know that he was just dreamin😆🤣

[@akash4849]

Nothing is real.. Even when black noir came in I thought there will be alot fight but nothing..

[@MEvansMusic]

this is why i gotta stop watching mid season reviews. i’m enjoying it as much if not more than season 1

[@danteisnotkoold4611]

😂😂😂👍🏾

[@themightyblat5007]

Dude just because Jeremy doesn't like it doesn't mean your opinion on it should be in any way affected. I'm loving the show right now too

[@dementedavenger2784]

I think it's great. I feel like if we had the ability to binge the show people would like it more. I think it speaks more to people's lack of patience than show quality

[@larryversion3300]

I’m loving this season 2. It’s definitely more steady with its pacing but the quality is still there and I’m constantly entertained. It will be interesting to see what people say in a years time when they can binge it.

[@mattmccomas1]

I rarely agree with JJ anyways. Season 2 has been great. I do enjoy watching Jeremy, usually...but god he is way off soooo much. His nitpicks here are just silly and dumb.

[@amateurwave3593]

This opinion is completely justified given we arent binging the season. Three episodes left and PLENTY can happen. Definitely will be a season 3 and everything will come together then.

[@2Good2BeTrue45]

Tbh I feel that the production team of the Boys are reslly more juiced for season 3 than season 2. Hell the hype for Season 3 and casting with Jensen Ackles was marketed even before season 2. Season 2 is still miles ahead of most shows on tv but yeah i honestly feel season 3 is gonna be season 1 level of greatness.

[@matilda6851]

@2Good2BeTrue45 Jensen is going to be in season 3 holy shit

[@2Good2BeTrue45]

@@matilda6851 yup, Ackles was cast as Soldier Boy for season 3 (Edgar mentioned him while talking down to Homelander in that office scene) even made a video on instagram about it. The hype for season 3 before season 2 even began is what made me feel from the beginning that season 2 might be a "transitional" season (every show has a season like that, even the ones considered the all time greats) in that it will still turn out incredible but it will feel slower paced in order to do world building.

[@harrym2945]

Hopefully, I just feel like the season hasn’t gone anywhere so far

[@Mr_Cinematic]

You should check out my vid about The Boys brah

[@ibrahimk.8927]

honestly I disagree, I think this season is just as amazing as the first one

[@breakops5339]

It's really good if not better. I think people are only expeting high action but that's not what it is. The main cast tho has been getting great moments this season

[@gpauldejesus]

I don’t get his gripes at all, i think its just the weekly release

[@transAmos654123]

I think this is a case of someone taking a sip with a straw from a cup that they think is full of coke, and actually it's just water, but they still taste coke.

[@breakops5339]

@@transAmos654123 I like this analogy a lot

[@griffinj1204]

It’s a great season, respect his opinion but it’s been so much fun to watch so far

[@seanblah12]

The foley artist on that last scene deserves an Emmy.

[@IsaiahSenku]

Fax!

[@qqqfuzion2582]

i litteraly said out loud "OH... I do not like those sounds"

[@hunterc-ow5rt]

I’m actually enjoying the show a lot this season.

[@anitaremenarova6662]

Yeah, people who say this season is shit just haven't been paying attention

[@JudoMoniz]

@@anitaremenarova6662 people have been saying this season is shit? Season 1 was slightly better but this season has also been very good.

[@EveryDay-fc1fy]

UK man loves goddesses nice essay bro no one cares

[@EveryDay-fc1fy]

UK man loves goddesses I ain’t reading all that, I’m happy for you tho or sorry that happened

[@James_Lo]

I think this season's actually pretty darn cool. I loved this episode, personally.

[@omarreyes2219]

This season is great so far, but season 1 still is better imo. Hopefully these next few episodes make the payoff that the first half kinda setup

[@Vietnam_Chr0nicles]

i hate the weekly release crap

[@merwinpique]

Same here bro. Loved it.

[@haraka1999]

I actually think s2 is so far better than s1. That being said, really wished they'd dropped all episodes at once. The weekly episodes, really fucks the pace up.

[@2DiscSpecialEdition]

100% agree! The weekly wait takes you out of it, which ruins the experience a bit... Looking forward to rewatching it after all episodes have aired.

[@breakops5339]

No the pace is great. Each episode is able to keep me talking all week waiting for the next. I think the problem is we were expecting this season to have a lot more action than there should be. Also there hasn't been much actual Hero work this season either which is my only complaint

[@derek96720]

My problem with this season is that as of episode five we're already halfway through the season, and yet I still have no idea what the goal of this season is. Is it exposing Stormfront? Is it somehow finding something else to bring down the corporation? Is it just straight up finding a way to kill Homelander? I don't see it, here. I just see characters wandering around having short interactions.

[@ks-dn6oj]

The ultimate goal of The Boys is to take out Homelander, Vaught, and all of the other dangerous superheroes that can basically go ballistic at any given moment and take over the world. The main struggle is The Boys have to do this while being just ordinary humans, which is one of the main things that makes the show so interesting to watch. For this season they have obviously been building up Stormfront to be the main bad guy, and she has been manipulating everyone around her toward some end that has yet to be revealed.

[@harrym2945]

I feel the same way, hopefully they don’t draw the season out to a cliffhanger

[@amatthew1231]

Yeah this season is about Stormfront/Liberty.

[@symelolol]

more than halfway lol

[@Mr_Cinematic]

You should check out my vid about The Boys brah

[@ProfessorX-2000]

Remember that homelander's creator said that he regrets that he didnt raise homelander with a family so killing the wife would go against there goals for the kid because the want a better homelander not the same one with a different face

[@flovvers3]

Plus, taking that kid away from his mother would traumatize him and fill him with animosity towards Vought and Homelander.

[@robertwild9447]

I personally absolutely love the character development we've been getting between Hughie and Billy this season, which I feel Jeremy didn't really touch on at all.

[@renanboti]

M.M too. I think Jeremy's problem is that he can't binge this season and its understandable. There is definitely a lot of teasing going on in the episodes and I like what they have been doing to Kimiko and I think they're the opposite of lazy. Instead of going the easy route and making Kimiko the silent awesome fight scene trigger, they're actually developing her personality.

[@robertwild9447]

@@renanboti Agreed. I think they should learn from their mistakes next season and just drop season 3 all at once so we can binge it. Or, they could do a poll on facebook or something so fans can vote and decide if season 3 is dropped all at once to binge, or released weekly.

[@daniellins4114]

@@renanboti I hadn't noticed until you mentioned it, but I'm pretty sure this is the only episode this season Kiniko isn't involved in the main plot, so Jeremy's complaint that they didn't know what to do with her is kinda unfounded, they gave her a time to breath and give the spotlight to the others for a bit

[@fartyfat6539]

@@robertwild9447 but i think its not only the "The Boys" team decision to release the episodes weekly or not. Amazon Prime doesnt really have a lot going on, so if they release this show for binge, then they'll lose subscribers fast.

[@blainemarcano]

Thank goodness for this string of comments. I was beginning to wonder if I was the only one.

[@runescythed]

I think it would get boring really quick if every season was like season 1

[@mrprince6467]

it's fine with me in general , to cool the pace down a bit , but now , they should pick up a bit , and i think they will . that maive and deep thing will blow something up , maybe the boys will find them selevs facing the seven again , and with no choice but to take v to fight them back , there is alot of room to elevate the show .

[@tatters6623]

Totally agree. Slow and bleh so far. Found myself not even wanting to rewatch episodes

[@eligoldman9200]

Same

[@luigiwiiUU]

@Lord Grime the fights in season 2 are objectively better than in season 1

[@luigiwiiUU]

@Lord Grime bruh how long can you survive without a head

[@andreoliveira191]

I don't think is weak at all. I'm loving it. Same level as the first season

[@Hunterfalke]

This episode was the first that i felt like the first season. The tension was there, the pacing was there, it was great. But yeah, season 2 imo, while definitely not as weak as Jeremy makes it out to be, wasn't as strong.

[@maxmasse1029]

Same here bro

[@andreoliveira191]

@@Hunterfalke I actually think that the fact that the reveal of coumpound V didnt affect Vought, because they blaimed Stilwell for "lying to them", raised the stakes. Since not even this was enough to defeat them. The thing that's keeping this from being great. Is the whole "kimiko + frenchie" storyline.

[@Thevikingninja117]

Thank you! Don’t know why some people think it’s boring like...ugh how the fuck is it boring? Lol like how?

[@andreoliveira191]

@@Thevikingninja117 I don't understand either...Opinions I suppose...

[@MrMetalforever5]

I get your not-liking of where Season 2 is going (the in-universe weird contrast with Homelander is kinda weird, hope that gets fixed) but the constant bashes towards both corporatism/superhero genre and the EXCELLENT (in my opinion) progression of The Boys as a unit has me absolutely floored. If this season sticks the landing I think it’ll be just as good as the first.

[@persnicketyguy]

contrast with homelander? wdym lol

[@MrMetalforever5]

Mono Sorry, that wasn’t the best way to put it. I mean the way the public is criticizing him and getting pissed while at the same time a major movie for him is getting made, especially while their is video footage of him killing an innocent person on the internet. Also the whole “points” thing doesn’t make much sense.

[@symeresymeresson8464]

Bashes at corporatism produced by Amazon stfu

[@MrMetalforever5]

adolf titler Hate the game, not the player.

[@gregoriomassa8529]

Is Better Than the first one for me

[@lukemccarthy9723]

To the point of "oh vaught should just kill Becca" horrible idea and it's already been supported through homelander not killing billy. The kid hates homelander and then would be the final nail in the coffin for them not having any relationship at all which in turn would most likely make homelander go ape shit on vaught.

[@anitaremenarova6662]

Yeah this dumb reviewer doesn't even properly pay attention to the episodes and then goes to spew this bullshit. The WHOLE point is to keep Becca alive so that Ryan doesn't turn into Homelander 2.0.

[@KingstonHawke]

Anita Remenárová He’d be even worst than Homelander. He’d be the super villain Homelander pretends is out there.

[@davidmeloche3563]

@@licoriceluv906 If you kill Becca, you don't get to make another Homelander, you get a Homelander equivalent who is out to get Vought, and is living evidence that Homelander raped someone, and Vought covered it up.

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

@@davidmeloche3563 no he's living evidence that Homelander got someone pregnant. wooo! big fucking deal. Butcher's blackmail was dumb & i'm glad this video mentioned it

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

_"To the point of "oh vaught should just kill Becca" horrible idea and it's already been supported through homelander not killing billy. The kid hates homelander and then would be the final nail in the coffin for them not having any relationship at all which in turn would most likely make homelander go ape shit on vaught."_ No they could just kill her, make it look like an accident, the kid wouldn't blame Homelander, in fact he may well get custody & then the kid would grow up with him & eventually start to turn into evil Homelander junior.

[@pp4272]

I actually love season 2. It's fun and different

[@ibah6]

Same I'm enjoying it

[@squarewheel1587]

Agree, I am actually liking this season slightly more than last.

[@joea.637]

Im so happy ur disagree with him and didn’t attack his opinion🤝🙌🏾 theres hope for the world

[@ibah6]

I feel like this season has a lot to do with how corporations seem to get unscathed even when they do mess up stuff in the public eye.

[@AlexJohnson-sd3qk]

Same. I think by the end of this I might prefer it to season 1.

[@Wolpher]

Gotta diagree Jeremy, I have been loving the season.

[@mrblump]

Same. Jeremy is way off on this for me.

[@jackalope_hunter]

I do kind of like the social commentary they've been doing. Acting like real life hollywood, by trying to get woke in the 7. kind of gives a sneak peak at how the entertainment industry really works

[@ohheyitsloaf1663]

I'm glad you like it, I'm enjoying it enough to keep watching. However I dont get the same feeling as the first season, every episode in the first season really had me going WTF!! but this one seems to be setting up and telling a longer story which im not as huge a fan of.

[@bigboi721]

I see where Jeremy is coming from but they just cant always have the public on vought's side, the story has to progress somehow

[@Aaron-zl5gq]

The Laughing Man the guy has an opinion that isn’t the same as yours so he is a hater ?

[@mihawkrico891]

Black Noir just laying on the roof waiting for hours is scary

[@Stonegoal]

I'm still loving The Boys. This is no Game Of Thrones season 7-8, I'm happy.

[@FKDotFitzgerald]

Wow, I’ve really been enjoying Season 2 so far. I feel like they’re just adapting the comics but improving it.

[@mysteryniggadel491]

what they are way off from the comic did you read it at all???

[@FalcoMerc]

My thoughts exactly even if the series is way different they are adapting key moments like the female being a hit man and the blackmail the boys have on the seven to called a temporary truce and Vought going after The Boys directly with Blak Noir (in the comics with Payback).

[@FKDotFitzgerald]

mystery nigga Del Adapting may have been the wrong word but they are still following some significant story beats, such as Stormfront

[@chicagoparker]

When homelander lasered everyone, for a split second, I thought it was a red wedding type moment of.. omg. Then a second later, I was like.. nahh it's a BS dream sequence.

[@alexm2889]

It's definitely coming. Homelander is breaking down and popular opinion is forcing him to be screamed at by beings he thinks of as inferior. The question remains of what storm front will do. It seems like she could meme their way back into favor, but I kinda of hope he ends up universally hated and goes insane with nobody that can slow him down.

[@Mr_Cinematic]

You should check out my vid about The Boys brah

[@ed-te1fp]

I actually thought episode 5 was one of the stronger ones this season, even if it had less 'in your face' action... Lots of little things being set-up, plots within plots. Black Noir revealed to be working for Stan Egar who's been seeing everything the seven have been doing for months or years with that camera. Stormfront, a known racist, communicating and working with a black man with power while publically criticizing Vought... Maeve getting allies for what's almost certainly an anti-Homelander project. And so on..... And that dog was great

[@mateustravaglini6103]

totally!

[@faherty87]

Don't think that cameras on Black Noir all the time. Like it wasn't hidden

[@edwardirwin3478]

I doubt Stormfront is actively working and communicating with Edgar, she clearly has her own agenda and just tolerates Edgar for the time being. She's working with Lamplighter who's clearly her agent in the labs feeding her information, she's bringing Homelander to her side and it's implied that she got Agent Rayner killed in episode 1.

[@jtom416]

@@faherty87 I'm sure he tells Edgar all the going ons on the regular anyways

[@TheNazradin]

@@edwardirwin3478 The emails are all from/to edgar

[@mdwgx522]

I liked the scenes around the movie filming. Like when A-Train gives his farewell on camera and it came off as so authentic because he knew it really was his farewell speech. That and when the two image consultant guys are pitching their plans for Maeve and Elena. I sat watching that scene and thought, "Yeah, this definitely feels like something that would happen in Hollywood."

[@blainemarcano]

I love to hate those two marketing consultant guys. They're the best.

[@spiraljumper74]

Love how they threw in some corporate bi-erasure too, this is one of the more pointed shows on television right now, and I appreciate it.

[@Thisguy2532]

Blaine Marcano right whenever they pitch something to the heroes It’s always cringe 😬

[@Mr_Cinematic]

Go check out my Homelander video brah

[@hamiltoncrete6741]

I think Jeremy is kind of missing the point. Homelander never cared about people, always saw himself above them, however he loves public perception. Eric Kripke even said that Stormfront was meant to have social media skills now instead of just being a white supremacist male in the comics. I think the ending sex scene shows that they are making Stormfront just as strong as Homelander and those two are going to try to wipe out humanity, or at least non-white people. That's why she wants to use Starlight as well. Meanwhile, Maive is trying to take down Homelander with the help of The Deep, A-Train is completely pissed at Vought and may join them as well who knows. I just have a feeling it will be Maive, Starlight, A-Train, The Deep, The Boys (hopefully including Kimiko) trying to take down Homelander and Stormfront by the end of the season. That's why I love this season! Edit: I do agree with the superterrorist thing though but Homelander only did that to show why Vought should get into the military and he EASILY kills one of them in this episode. Edit 2: They won't kill Becca because her son already hates Homelander and has the ability to be the next Homelander if they don't you know, kill his mother and make him want to kill everyone at Vought.

[@missnoncompliant6279]

Haven't read the comics but is Homelander invulnerable like her? I noticed he wasn't letting her use her powers on him during that scene lol

[@aaronmarkham4424]

If it’s like the comics that won’t happen, watch out for Black Noir

[@Bumbum_Inspector]

The whole thing with Vought's image might also be a take on how the general public is stupid enough to support major companies without question even if the companies image is horrible, similar to the current Netflix controversy.

[@corruptangel6793]

*cough cough* EA *cough cough*

[@jamesalexander958]

Yeah for sure this commentary on how public image is handled today. Damage control through social media manipulation and creating an alternative narrative. I hope the season brings it all together. Loving it so far

[@ZFFM]

If people read up on Nestle's horrible deeds and the fact that they are not only still in business but extremely successful, then the social commentary on this show does not seem ridiculous at all.

[@__zajklar]

Yeah. Or like apple and all those other companies using child labour.

[@mudgatebronn4438]

or just take someone like Hillary Clinton. She was pure evil, having commited treason and everyone knew it, and yet not only did she not go to jail, she damn near became president of the United states!

[@Braddicus84]

2020 is a weird year, on top of everything else, I'm finding myself disagreeing with Jeremy for a change

[@kavehteimory6413]

IKR!!!

[@psvm_]

Dunkirk is probably the only other time I disagreed with Jeremy as well

[@HarptoHeart69]

Same here brother. The way things are going you have absolutely no idea the way things are gonna end and I love it. I definitely didn't see Stormfront and Homelander getting jiggy with it happening. 😂

[@octopusonfire100]

Same here. Season 2 is being amazing in so many ways, and this last episode had so many winks to the comic book. I'm enjoying it as much as I did with S1.

[@Usthereout]

Drew Harper right. The acting is top tier, tons of plots twists, interesting and complex characters, and so many mysteries. What more do you need?

[@AListProductions]

Jeremy. Thank you for years of entertainment and quality reviews

[@VRoll34]

Honestly yeah. Been watching this guy for years

[@theflash9735]

Ayy you watch Jeremy too!

[@1tokon]

Jeremy jahns in case you didn't know it also got renewed for season 3

[@blackRXrider]

Can't wait for season 3 The Girls

[@the_fella_kyle2161]

Ultra Neko Girls get it done!!!!

[@xaviermaster1]

@@blackRXrider correction, the spice girls

[@grimm3897]

@@the_fella_kyle2161 ...get it on

[@stephs8665]

If they dropped the whole season then none of these critics would be an issue. I know what happens in the comics so i understand some plot points and where they're generally trying to build up each character to. I think this season 2 has been fine and is in general on par with season 1 so far.

[@MrMasodelSaggio]

As a person that has no background from comics, instead I think that if this was the level of first season I wouldn't even finished it. Characters just stumble around and the tension at the end of each episode is nothing compared to first season.

[@stephs8665]

@@MrMasodelSaggio u have to take something into consideration. We can't binge it. Weekly drops in my opinion is actually hurting the series by having us wait and forget instead of binge and get the full experience at once.

[@MrMasodelSaggio]

@@stephs8665 yes but the first season I binged it because at the end of each episode there was some revelations and I couldn't wait to see what was going to happen. At the end of this episode I have the boys still stumbling around without a goal and Homelander ficking Stormfront. I would have gone to sleep anyway even if I had the next episode ready.

[@octopusonfire100]

@@MrMasodelSaggio Here's two revelations for you: Stormfront seems to be literally unkillable, and she's got Homelander, the 2nd most powerful character, grabbed right by the dick. I don't know about you, but I can't wait to see where this is going.

[@Lucky_Patrick]

@@octopusonfire100 second? Who is first?

[@ki22112345]

I think this season is more interesting because it is more in-line with today. The world of the boys is divided just like we are and this is a show meant to satire and have commentary on our lived experiences through this world. It's interesting to see Homelander and the 7 deal with these issues and cope with these issues. It gives us insight into who they are and what Vought is capable of. Without that "cracking of the 7" as I think you put it, the show wouldn't be moving forward and nothing interesting would be happening.

[@mrblump]

I think Jeremy set expectations for how the show would proceed this season and the show is not meeting those expectations and hes getting frustrated. To me the show has not missed a beat and is still knocking it out of the park. I honestly don't think single episode reviewing is where Jeremy is at his strongest and I am not even sure this show merits single episode reviews as the seasons are really meant to be seen in their entirety. Watching it one episode at a time feels like I am reading 5 pages of a 40 page chapter of a book and it feels unnatural.

[@CrackedPropane]

yeah I’m honestly going to rewatch it as a binge to see if it’s a better feel cause I think it fails as a week to week show

[@alejandrobello1025]

Agree with you 100%

[@Mister_Superfly]

@@alejandrobello1025 Yeah very true.

[@KaneK1234]

Xavier Belton 100% true.

[@TrueGamer22887]

I don’t get his point about video footage of something not changing people’s mind especially when relating to real life

[@colbyotovic5270]

I enjoyed the episode, I just wish there was so much more with Noir. Edit: holy shit guys.

[@ThatGuyWithAComment]

Give it time Noir will probably become more prominent at the end of the series

[@manuelramos360]

Same but the fact that we get so little of him makes me appreciate each scene so much more

[@Archangelsvoid]

Noah Choudhury I think that’s the issue. Season 2 feels so slow cause it’s week to week and the episodes aren’t designed for it so we’re waiting too long for something to happen.

[@adrikmotka]

@RadicalFox Yeah! If they do that reveal in this show I'm gonna shit kittens.

[@josey_8204]

@@adrikmotka for same

[@shreknet]

I actually think this season is an improvement on the last.

[@aaronsouthan7798]

That last scene with Homelander and Stormfront was Frank Miller's wet dream.

[@Lite727]

Aaron Southan if it was Maeve it would be the perfect homage

[@MrVictor1227]

There is a scene similar to that in that Jonnhy Depp Vampire Film

[@Gouger32]

A nod to Buffy and Spike fucking the house down?

[@thespiritofjonathanjoestar6805]

Didn't he write something where WW and Supes are banging each other while destroying cities and stuff?

[@robertriter4077]

He couldn't climax until an off-brand Batman killed them both in the middle though.

[@chadkroeger6907]

I've been really enjoying season 2, but I guess that's just me

[@sydude666]

You're not alone lol

[@Brendy733]

I guess Jeremy is just super picky because he can’t binge it and he has to be patient and wait week to week. I get it. One thing I can say that this season upped was the violence for sure.

[@hamzaech-chadli5231]

Facts

[@sydude666]

@@Brendy733 I can kinda get where he's coming from but it makes me enjoy each episode just as much as binging and I don't normally like waiting months for episodes lol

[@Gamit522]

I’ve loved it so far

[@DarkBlueRH]

Jeremy is a smart reviewer. So it saddens me to see that he obviously just hates the release schedule for this season. You could tell he would be soured by it from the first review of the season. I don't understand how you can like season 1 and still trash this season as badly as he has. Oh well. To each their own. This season is amazing for me. Almost as amazing as season 1.

[@ravaen87]

As much as I usually love your insights and opinion, I feel like you've let your own expectations of how you want the story to turn out impact the way you view the actual story a bit too much. I may be completely wrong, because we still have 3 episodes this season and it might turn out that the season ends in a shit way, but so far the story is going forward episode by episode, while leaving space for season finale to have some epic stuff. I think the weekly format may be impacting your perception of the season, due to inability to binge it and gloss over anything you didn't like because there's always the next episode.

[@batdan350]

Agreed 100% because so far none of the episodes have been bad, just eh according to some people. You won’t really notice if you watch all 8 episodes at once.

[@goldfishprime]

Yeah, I think whoever he watched it with is giving some bad takes that he is going with. Like killing Becca to silence Butcher would completely destroy what they are doing with the kid.

[@chuckbatman5]

While I do think Season 1 was better (it has PERFECT pacing), I agree that his opinion of the season as a whole would be higher if he binged it all at once. I actually think Jeremy should binge it once it's all out and see if he likes it's flow better as a full package

[@transAmos654123]

Nah it's just worse. The plots of each individual episode are not as exciting as their respective season 1 counterparts. At a certain point you can't just chalk it up to exposition.

[@whoknew2273]

I think if they released the whole season like they did with the Marvel Heroes it would come over a lot better on a Binge watch where this is more stop then start

[@vrika4280]

Regarding jeremy's last comments, leaking homelander's son is more water over the mill for Vought, Gus did mention it is becoming difficult for them to handle PR and move that water under the bridge. Don't see feasible killing Butcher's wife more given her son already knows has powers and may go out of control, and that may also destabilize homelander.

[@spiraljumper74]

Exactly my thoughts, as long as Becca is the object of fixation for two of the most powerful beings on the planet, it seems like her life wouldn’t be in danger.

[@Hoenhime344]

Idk... I disagree. I think this season is better. But to each their own.

[@Jeremy-ql1or]

Everyone likes Season 2 better so far. It's like Solo where all the reviewers said "no one likes it" but all the people said they do like it.

[@matilda6851]

Yeah I like season 2 more

[@anitaremenarova6662]

@@Jeremy-ql1or Yeah, season 1 is great but oh season 2 is so much better

[@BrandonRowe14]

Re: Leaked cell phone video of star getting in fight -> Ezra Miller is still starring in "The Flash."

[@Psycorde]

LMAO for real

[@fartyfat6539]

yeah they just swept it under the rug

[@ssk58607]

I'm out of touch with the controversy. What did Ezra do!

[@RicardoCavazos]

Obviously they resolved the problem out of the court, throwing her money at the face to shut up

[@justin9744]

I don't think this episode is weak. They are working on character development while building other relationships. The show feels very natural so far. The tension is on the edge of a knife and it grips you. The show just doesn't reveal everything yet. It's working towards that finale.

[@KaneK1234]

I just don’t think it’s compelling at all, anymore. Nothing screams original in this season.

[@tatters6623]

No replay value this season.

[@dark3rthanshadows]

true!

[@jakebaker4066]

Show runner Eric Kripke mentioned that this season isn’t supposed to be “bigger and better” it’s meant to reveal the characters feelings and vulnerabilities. So far we have seen a lot of scandalous behaviour from Frenchie getting high and taking a shot a Kimiko in a selfish way as addicts do. Homelander coping with the death of Stillwell in the most grotesque fashion. Butcher’s hard shell being cracked by heartbreak and losing hope in ever succeeding in getting Becca back. A-train accepting his farewell from the seven. Deep attempting to redeem himself from his douche mentality and maybe evolve to be better. M.M seems to suffer from lack of control and facilitates by neurotic tendencies in the form of OCD. A racism narrative brought on by Liberty/stormfront which is probably a rushed story line penned in, in the wake of current events. It may not be breaking bad story arc quality but it is definitely doing what it is supposed to be doing. Giving us insight on the mental acuity in our companions in trauma and giving the slow cook before the budget explodes in the last quarter of the season. It’s smart by production standards to reserve studio resources and bring shit to a controlled boil. I have faith they will continue to break ground and cover us in much more blood in the future.

[@Crick1952]

I mean, the Stormfront plot is almost exactly the same as the comics, they just did a gender swap and made her more of a "Fucktony" type than a David Duke type

[@davidth7286]

@@Crick1952 Show Stormfront is nothing like comic Stormfront besides the name, power, and being racist. We have no Payback, her being a leader of a group, no Crimson Countess to be in an affair with, no random German words in the middle of dialog

[@Crick1952]

@@davidth7286 ok, exactly the same may be an overstatement. Yes, there's no Payback and those associated plotlines, but the rivalry with the Female is the same and the affair is now with Homelander and the random German may still be to come. Plus, my own theory, is that Stormfront will be so popular she "gets" her own team and then they'll create Payback. But, who knows.

[@jakebaker4066]

Crick1952 my bad. I never read the comics so I wouldn’t know about storm front. Still seems pretty convenient having such an incendiary character come out of the woodwork at this time.

[@Mr_Cinematic]

You should check out my vid about The Boys brah

[@rae0993]

Love Jeremy but anyone else kinda feel like he'd like it more if it was a binge? I'm just saying, dude was one step away from review bombing The Boys last week in his video.

[@mediummedia1898]

I agree. I’m trying to wait for more of the episodes to be out before starting the season so I can watch all the episodes over the span of a few days so I can enjoy it more.

[@jasonmillsom2981]

I agree, i think most people are annoyed it was not a binge

[@Timothymukansi]

Yep. We all would enjoy this as a binge. The pace of individual episodes are not worth the weekly wait. Can someone remind me what the plot is leading up to?

[@Rainefaelyn]

Yeah. I think it does suffer a little on a week to week basis. Don't get me wrong. I am enjoying the hell out of every episode. It's just that when a roller coaster ride is halted at the peaks and valleys the thrill of it as a whole ride experience is less. It's the kind of show that is built as a whole 8+ hour movie. We are in the story building/linking stage so of course it's going to suffer when we have to wait for why = any of it means anything. I wondered after watching this review if Jeremy would have had the same feelings about S1 if it was released an episode a week.

[@Jellofreeze]

I'm glad the shows are weekly because im sick of this spoiler era. Not everyone is going to binge and it prevents assholes from ruining the entire series for the rest of us. If you can't follow an episodic story then you might have bigger problems than a tv show. Hey we all love Jeremy but addressing this TOPIC? Yes he's already going to trash the season no matter how good it might be. Why....because since the Pandemic he's been using an over abundance of synicism to hide behind his bias with certain franchises. Something he never used to do before. Whenever he reviews a mainstream franchise I just stay away. But I will try to log in to see maybe a fringe review because it's less of a chance of a Star Wars Mug showing up.

[@Lavolpeengreece]

Aya cash is the perfect casting for Stormfront. I know she’s terrible and I’m supposed to hate her but her wit is so quick and the dialogue is so funny that I can’t.

[@ht3spidey277]

You're probably not black that's why you don't hate her........

[@pithicusthen554]

HT3 spidey Okay??

[@762x69]

HT3 spidey I'm black and I have a complete crush on her character. I know how to separate a fictional performance vs actual virtue singling in reality

[@welp_3]

HT3 spidey bruh

[@jewsco]

HT3 spidey triggered by a fictional character wow what a snowflake

[@Adam-nc6qg]

Thanks for the heads up, looks like I won't be wasting anymore time with this season

[@MegaFootballfan15]

I don't agree at all with your take on season 2. It's different from season 1, the story is progressing so no it won't be the same as season 1.

[@agasthya9128]

I guess we all have to watch it again once the whole season is out. No way these episodes were edited in a way to enjoy it watching weekly.

[@MegaFootballfan15]

@@agasthya9128 No I agree with that. If this season was brought online all at once I don't think Jeremy would have this many problems with it

[@mateustravaglini6103]

totally agree with you, this season is progressing in a non black/white teams as season 1 so of course is different. And comic/action fans always gonna be suckers for more black white heroes vs villains dumbass storytelling, thats why MCU is so "great". I am really enjoying the progression and the plot not moving totally straitgh forward.

[@breakops5339]

He must've overhyped himself on season 2 because so far this season is actually way better than season 1. My only complaint is the lack of actual hero work this season

[@dementedavenger2784]

@@MegaFootballfan15 which I think speaks to his lack of patience rather than show quality

[@Cinemavigilante]

I disagree alot with this review. So far i love season 2 and this episode had alot of satirical content in it.

[@TheSeamus82]

Season 2 is way better than season 1 so far, jeremy is chatting out his hole

[@animator049]

I love season 2

[@willchalloner6643]

It’s interesting how a lot of the boys’ comic backstory are starting in season 2 Butcher having Trevor , he had him already in the comic And the Female ripping off faces for the mob And the Maeve thing

[@reno9821]

I think Butcher only reunitied with Terror for this episode. I don't know if he'll have Terror join the team now, sadly. But the Kimiko thing, for sure.

[@jaideepbura1936]

I'm not counting this season out yet, but they really need to start pushing the main plot forward everything right now seems like they're setting up something big.

[@ProtagonisTeneT]

I think these last 3 episodes will be main story based. These last 2 episodes seemed like creating better relationships and showing us more of Butcher's story

[@maicoxmauler2825]

They *are* setting up something big... ...for season 3 And its name is season 4. Welcome to network television.

[@flyinhawaiiangc7310]

I think the flow of the show feels different not being able to binge watch. But I do think these next few episodes will kick into gear, hopefully some supe on supe action finally which honestly, not even season 1 had much action, it was the story that kept things tense.

[@vizualwarrior129]

FarnsworthIII I mean butcher is part of the boys is he not? U do have a point tho, they REALLY focused on butcher which just like if they focused too much in Frenchie or MM or Hughie I wouldn’t like it too much. They have to evenly distribute the screen time as that’s what the show is literally called. The Boys, not just 1 of them

[@adler2105]

Probably feels like this because it wasn’t filmed to be weekly releases. This show was def made for binging.

[@Willowelixir]

I disagree that this season is less compelling. At the end of season 1, it appears that the boys have uncovered this massive conspiracy and Becca is alive, thus the end goal becomes leaking the truth and rescuing Becca. They achieve these goals (kind of), but what has it actually changed for them? Especially for Annie who now has a target on her back.

[@enegmatixerebro]

... I would've preferred him killing all the people in the audience haha I was like YO!

[@Nekotaku_TV]

...

[@Usthereout]

I was shocked, but knew it didn’t happen because he cares about his public image. Stormfront is becoming his ally to make him not care, and do the evil things she wants

[@malcolmferguson4869]

I've been really enjoying this season, honestly. I can't wait to see where it goes.

[@vladislav600]

Homelander is like Ezra Miller. He choked a lady and people still want to see him as Flash. Life imitates art I guess...

[@misstauhata]

lol so true

[@drumsandroses22]

And vice versa

[@nightshade3100]

JOSS WHEDON AHAHAHAAHAHAHA

[@thomasharrison8092]

That shit was clever lol

[@farkasistheman517]

Lol I was laughing

[@dice6338]

@@farkasistheman517 same here 😂

[@RoScFan]

What about joss wheadon?

[@Jefffrrry]

Can't decide what was more hilarious, if the Joss Whedon thing or that one "girl power" scene ripped straight from Endgame :D

[@ninjewable]

Vought won't kill Becca because they don't wanna make another Homelander. It's the entire reason she's alive to begin with. They want the kid to grow up with a mother. The head scientist from season one said that was his biggest regret with Homelander

[@awesomeblossom2417]

Season 2 is enjoyable but my main gripe is that it lacks any sort of direction. For a serialized show, I feel like the story needs to lead somewhere or it gets a little boring when there is no action.

[@discosprinkles9246]

As to your point about how Vought has been exposed but it seems like most people still love them, you have the real world example of Disney. Everyone sees them selling out to the Chinese government who is committing atrocious crimes against the Taiwanese and other races in China, but everyone still can't wait to throw their money at seeing the next season of the Mandalorian, or see the next MCEU movie. Same thing is happening in politics. We see shady things on both sides of the aisle, but here we are stuck with the candidates we have. So far I'm enjoying this season a lot more than season 1. This one is sort of bonkers, so I like that. Last season felt ironically preachy.

[@Jellofreeze]

Amazing how you choose to ignore the cluster fuck of DC , where a guy like Ezra Miller can smack a woman and it goes viral, but yet FanDUMBS still are hyped about the new Flash movie despite the abusive nature of it's prime star. Star Wars and Marvel were clearly separate studios before the Disney acquisition so those fans aren't always connected to the main Disney universe. You are trying way too hard buddy

[@mikeydinardi]

@@Jellofreeze nah you're trying way too hard, buddy

[@XxXDestroyer]

@@Jellofreeze I was REALLY surprised they continued with Ezra after what he did. I was very disappointed in that from WB/DC.

[@XxXDestroyer]

I think this comparison can be made for most major corporations, they all have their flaws and do things we don't agree with. You have everything Apple has done, all the behind the scenes situations with WB. But people will still support these companies, its everywhere. Idk I don't think this season is anywhere near as great as the first so I'm with Jeremy here. Though I wouldn't call it "weak", I still think it's pretty good.

[@MrTREEHUNTER22]

@@Jellofreeze To be fair that was like a 7 second video without any context at all.

[@cinemarkography]

Couldn't disagree more. This whole season is a perfect character development for basically everyone, and Vought isnt the only one cracking. Every character goes through a change and the whole season feels like a proper second act.

[@holidaycomplex]

i love this season! i think that the characters have continued to evolve in ways that make sense. they just keep on maintaining a sense of realism (outside of the superpowers of course). there are so many interesting threads (homelander going insane, the boys looking to take down vought, stormfront trying to create a fascist state, frenchie and female's relationship, etc). I disagree with the assessment that this season is worse than the last one. It feels like a logical progression in every way from the last. it's equal in my view.

[@jasoncockcroft2332]

Agree Loving this season, I don't know what Jeremy is on about.

[@KaneK1234]

Jason Cockcroft I do. You personally don’t, but I personally agree with Jeremy. There is nothing compelling, to me, in this season at all. The gimmick has worn off for me. I couldn’t care less about any of the characters apart from maybe Homelander. But even his Schtick is getting old.

[@holidaycomplex]

@@KaneK1234 i respect your opinion but i have to disagree. the pacing has been great. the character motivations are clear and compelling. the narrative has so much verisimilitude which makes me feel like the world is real and that anyone could die at any time. if it's not your cup of tea, that's cool. but imo it's a top tier show atm

[@akash4849]

@@KaneK1234 you are right bro.

[@Catachumen]

This season does seem a little aimless. Im hoping they wrap up strong. I like the character development for butcher and hughie.

[@Mrixna]

Kripke said in an interview that they ARE focusing more on the characters this seasons, and deepening their story lines. Doesn't bother me, I love this season! Well written.

[@JordanMaitlen]

I don’t think this season is quite as good as 1 so far, but I won’t throw out a final opinion until it over. I do think it’s really good. I actually loved the last two episodes and I appreciate that the writers are doing some more character-driven stuff as oppose to loads of violence and fake humor, as awesome as that was.

[@IT-SaacStudios]

I feel the exact opposite with this season. We never really get to learn much of anything with these characters and we get really unnecessary scenes like Homelander fucking Stormfront and really corny scenes like Deep and his talking gills, all of which go against what the first season establishes about them. Season 2 especially has way too much of people talking about things that don’t really go anywhere.

[@Usthereout]

IT-Saac Studios I disagree except for the part with the Deep. I think the Deep needs to die off and they replace him because his character is meaningless. And the fucking scene was actually quite important to the plot. It shows unity between Homelander and Stormfront, and she’s gaining his trust by making him fall for her. It’s leading up to them being allies and her carrying out her plans with Homelander, which is quite important

[@JordanMaitlen]

Kez 100% agree with you here

[@IT-SaacStudios]

Kez It rushes from the idea that Homelander hated her and how Homelander said to himself he doesn’t need anyone anymore in the ending of episode 4 where he kills his shapeshifter. And especially in episode 5 what do even see about Homelander that progresses to like Stormfront? He only gets like 3 short scenes in the episode where he cries about his audience not liking him when it was implied he was supposed to get over it in 4. Homelander and a lot of characters especially don’t make any sense in this season. Even from the beginning of this season I can’t say I liked or gained anything at all. Homelander doesn’t even get development with his son. The little screen time he has it’s focused too heavily on him obsessing over Stillwell and her milk without putting any other story behind his addiction for a mother in which it now seems like a fetish at this point.

[@malachi8154]

I thought this episode was on FIRE. "Let's have Maeve gay instead of Bi", "Oh, they're starving but they have cell phones!", "They started letting all kind of people in", Homelander's stand-in, reference to AOC's dancing all had me laughing hysterically. And when Homelander did the thing during the rally I actually grasped my mouth in shock.

[@nobodyspecial675]

You forgot the Deep's church promo. "Hey dude. That's not cool." His whole arc this season has been brilliant so far.

[@Psycorde]

@@nobodyspecial675 I was worried about the comic being rewritten into patronizing woke show, but they're not showing mercy to anyone and I love it

[@Mr_Cinematic]

Go check out my Homelander video brah

[@docspopreviews4395]

Jeremy I always enjoy your reviews man. I know you did a review for Tombstone years ago. Id love to see an updated review on that movie

[@newtears6688]

Jeremy, you've answered your own question. Homelander is a bomb with a very short fuze. You saw what happened when public perception turned against him by only 9 points. Imagine 30. The only thing Homelander cares about is his reputation, and evidence of rape would destroy that.

[@nicholaskinkaid]

What are you talking about?! There is video evidence out of Homelander killing an innocent bystander, so a rape 'allegation' doesn't and can't do much more. That's like someone making a rape allegation against Derek Chauvin (cop who killed George Floyd). You really think there are people out there who think the killing was totally justified YET think a rape accusation is 'going too far'? And somehow anywhere near a majority thinking?! Man, do I have a fantastic bridge to sell you.

[@yurgenlevi7980]

And also. He is very very stupid.

[@edboy2561]

Nicholas Kinkaid Killing was sold as collateral damage and a “necessary evil” showing how Homelander is “unwavering”. While a lot of people don’t buy that still some do. A rape allegation has not damage control....so quit being a smart ass

[@djk287]

Their parody of the Girl power stuff and the Gillette commercial was absolutely hilarious and spot on

[@MEvansMusic]

reminded me of that scene from end game

[@qqqfuzion2582]

@@MEvansMusic it was handled well in endgame in my opinion. this shows how wrong it could have felt.

[@MEvansMusic]

qqq Fuzion the fact that you know which scene i’m talking about

[@ds2smoove]

qqq Fuzion I don’t think it was handled well in endgame is was completely forced not saying something like that shouldn’t have happened but they had mantis show up with them and she can’t do shit and it just made it feel forced

[@thespiritofjonathanjoestar6805]

@@ds2smoove I didn't mind that scene, but I found it really odd considering a lot of those characters didn't even know each other and just randomly teamed up

[@jthm419]

I respectfully disagree. Remember living through the era of Michael Jackson? He was like a living god, with millions upon millions of zealot fans around the world. I mean, he hung his baby out of a 3 or 4 story window... and his fans didn't even flinch. Not. One. Bit. If anything, they cheered as if nothing happened. Go ahead and look it up on KZbin right now.

[@jasoncockcroft2332]

Perfectly depicts how big companies and powerful people can get away with nearly anything. Jeremy got it wrong

[@razatiger22]

You also have to remember it was the media that pushed MJ over the edge. He was already weak mentally, It was every day the media tried to witch hunt the dude. America literally destroyed its most beloved celebrity. The guy relegated the final years of his life drugging himself into a coma because he couldn't take it anymore. The media is dangerous.

[@razatiger22]

@Anoneemus Noename Idk, I dont believe he was. Call me crazy, i think he was a weird guy who didn't have a childhood and hung out with kids to get to try to get it back. Every celebrity that knew him knew he was a child stuck in a mans body. Of course the media wants to know why hes friends with kids, and turn it into something weird. His father was abusive and made him into a child star when he was 7, the dude didn't have a normal life at all

[@doctorisjoe]

@Anoneemus Noename no evidence

[@geekymetalhead5112]

@@razatiger22 to quote Chris Rock "I'm not saying I would, but I understand"

[@TheIceman101418]

I really like this season actually. This season is really trying to show how large companies have the ability to completely play with our perception of reality. The memes part was brilliant to me. Really what we are seeing are the 5 million ticked off people but there are still 40 mil that love Vought.

[@Havohei]

Ouch compares to Heroes Season 2... it’s not THAT bad. I’m enjoying the chaos to see how it wraps up at the end.

[@KairatIbrayev]

I agree. I was like, ok 30 minutes in, nothing is happening, 45 minutes nothing is happening. And I caught myself scrolling through my feed in social media, while watching. Which never happened watching boys before

[@superravmanrampage]

How tf did no one see Noir chilling on the roof? He was not conspicuous at all 😂

[@thechad4485]

Probably total bullshit, but in a world where people worship the heroes, and they saw Black Noir posed like he's stalking prey, they'd assume he's on important hero business, and let him do his thing in peace (I feel like people generally show him more respect than most other characters). Maybe they just went indoors and started an Instagram live video of BN on their neighbor's roof.

[@MrCrystalm8]

they did see him doe

[@Randarrradara]

I feel like the show is more loose on stupid things like these in season 2 😂

[@mauromatos3124]

This was not JJs best review. The Boys is offering an interesting commentary on society. It's dystopian and plausible.

[@joshuagregoire9504]

I'll say season 1 is the best in terms of character interaction, development, and plot twists. But this season is better in social/political commentary.

[@KaneK1234]

It’s his opinion. And I agree with it. This show’s losing its originality. Corporation bad ain’t that interesting of a topic especially as you all watching it on Amazon! Hypocrites!

[@mauromatos3124]

@@KaneK1234 Dude, you might want to lie down somewhere. Too much stress for a TV show.

[@KaneK1234]

Mauro Matos I could say the same for you.

[@KoolKeithProductions]

I don’t know what JJ is on, but this season has WAY more intrigue than S1. Last season the main plot was will The Boys bring down Homelander and The Seven? That was pretty much it, while this season has: Will Hewey and Annie get back together? Will Homelander corrupt his son? What’s Stormfront’s endgame? What’s the reason for Mr Edgar adding her to the Seven? Why is Becca choosing to stay in isolation with her child instead of leaving with Butcher? How will Butcher convince her to finally leave? Why was her and the child in isolation at all? Will A-train truly leave the Seven? How is Maeve going to use Deep to bring down HL? Will The Female get revenge for her brother’s death? What the hell is up with Black Noir? Lol Last season was great, but I’m WAY more locked into this season’s story. I think some ppl are saying it’s not as good because they could binge-watch last season in a day, but have to wait a whole week for a new ep, and they are taking it out on the show.

[@mmorpgal4229]

What!? I'm liking this way more then season 1.

[@justin9744]

He's definitely wrong. The pay off this season is going to be incredible. He just wants the boys to fight the superheroes and blah blah blah. The show is deeper than that.

[@mmorpgal4229]

@@justin9744 I do wonder if his issue with the season is because the season is shown week to week ou can't binge right thru it. Like last season I would argue Episode 5 was pretty slow and drawn out where as episode 5 in season 2 was fun while still dealing with deeper issues. I think both seasons are great and I'm curious where the boys season 2 ends but so far I am very positive on it.

[@rafaelalodio5116]

Yeah I think it is quite good

[@Damon242]

Mongrel but you don’t know that so you’re basically arguing against his personal opinion with your own unsubstantial claim

[@1997lordofdoom]

@@justin9744 Dude, the shows is fun and all, but it not deep in any way shape or form.

[@gaurav6002]

I think this was just one of those episodes where the characters are given more room to breathe and give them a compelling background.

[@gaurav6002]

@@JBD915 Just to make us more invested in them sometimes they don't land just like what happened in this episode, i agree it was a bit stretched out

[@sterlingwesson]

That was last episode where the whole episode was character development

[@FreeJuice100]

Man I can't disagree more with this review. It's almost like he just flat out doesn't understand what's going on this season.

[@gamethingstuff]

"We hold jokes to a higher standard than violence" that line should be a joke but for a few people it is unfortunately very true

[@adarsh5647]

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[@gamethingstuff]

omfg the bots!

[@joshuamitchell5018]

Sad that a random botsquad is diluting the injustice of that statement on dystopic trends.

[@EricDBruce]

Benioff and Weiss... that Homelander scene is how you properly “foreshadow” Daenarys is going to burn down King’s Landing out of nowhere in a few seasons

[@colossalgoat8616]

I loved that homelander is still credible in the public's eye because it shows just how invulnerable he is. What i really hated was when black noir fought the boys no one bit the dust or got severely injured. It doesn't seem as ballsy as season 1

[@darrenh55755]

MM?

[@colossalgoat8616]

@@darrenh55755 he was fine

[@colossalgoat8616]

@@darrenh55755 it got hurt but not really hurt hurt

[@daniellins4114]

Jeremy didn't mention Maeve at all! Nor her increasingly inevitable confrontation with Homelander (if not physical, at least ideological) since he just crossed or is about to cross the line to literally the only good thing she has in the world, and now she started getting allys and is planning something. I wonder if she will go to Starlight next and they will discuss how she is becoming more and more cynical this season, similar to Maeve in the starts of season 1

[@Cabooome]

maybe because she is not interesting at all ?

[@sheadoherty7434]

I'm curious to how different they are in powerscales. She's superstrong, bulletproof, but is she strong enough to hold her own? Not win, but defend herself and run away.

[@daniellins4114]

@@Cabooome just because you're not interested in her doesn't mean she isn't interesting at all

[@daniellins4114]

@@sheadoherty7434 if they play it right, maybe they could start a confrontation where they seem to be in equal grounds, but it turns out Homelander was holding back because he "respected" her

[@dark3rthanshadows]

in the comic she did and...

[@xXSonTJXx]

What are you on man? I love this season 😤

[@plutons0productions]

Season 2 is awesome! Slightly better than season 1 imo ( might change in next 3 eps)

[@Zach-ps8hv]

How dare you mention Heroes S2!

[@FutureDeep]

Writer's strike hit S2 of Heroes pretty hard.

[@kitano0]

@@FutureDeep A death blow, actually.

[@wallcity318]

It started pretty good

[@elfsong713]

That's the season I started watching, lol. I know everyone hates it.