Gen V Season 2: Release Date, Cast, Plot & How It Connects to The Boys

Gen V, the gritty college-set spinoff of The Boys, is making its much-anticipated return to Prime Video — and Season 2 is set to raise the stakes like never before. Following the explosive events of Season 1 and big shifts in The Boys universe, this new chapter dives deeper into power, rebellion, and chaos under Homelander’s rule.

Here’s everything you need to know about Gen V Season 2, including release details, returning cast, plot updates, and its emotional tribute to the late Chance Perdomo.

When Does Gen V Season 2 Come Out?

Season 2 premieres September 17, 2025, on Prime Video, launching with the first three episodes.
The remaining five episodes will drop weekly every Wednesday, with the finale airing October 22.

How Many Episodes in Gen V Season 2?

Season 2 will consist of eight episodes total, matching the structure of Season 1.

What’s the Story in Season 2?

According to showrunner Michele Fazekas, Gen V Season 2 directly picks up after The Boys Season 4, continuing the story in a world now dominated by Homelander, who has “taken over America.”

“Now, we get to see what that looks like — what that looks like for the country, what that looks like at the school, and then what the resistance is going to start looking like,” Fazekas teased at San Diego Comic-Con 2025.

Expect rising tension between supes, faculty cover-ups, and rebellion brewing within Godolkin University.

Who’s in the Cast of Gen V Season 2?

Returning main cast:

Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau
Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer
Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap
London Thor and Derek Luh as Jordan Li
Asa Germann as Sam Riordan
Patrick Thomas as Polarity

New additions:

Hamish Linklater as Cipher, the new dean of Godolkin University
Ethan Slater as Dr. Thomas Godolkin, the mysterious founder of the school

New recurring cast includes:

Keeya King, Stephen Kalyn, Julia Knope, Stacey McGunnigle,
Tait Fletcher, Wyatt Dorion, and George Murphy

Cameos from The Boys universe:

Erin Moriarty as Starlight / Annie January
Chace Crawford as The Deep

How Will Season 2 Honor Chance Perdomo?

The tragic passing of actor Chance Perdomo (who played Andre Anderson) in March 2024 deeply impacted the show’s cast and crew. Season 2 was delayed after his death, which occurred the same day the cast was scheduled for their first table read.

Showrunner Michele Fazekas confirmed that Season 2 pays tribute to Perdomo and his character in meaningful ways.

“It was, in many ways, about Andre and about Chance,” she said. “He exists throughout the entire season… I’m very proud of that.”

While the character’s future in the storyline remains under wraps, fans can expect an emotional and respectful send-off.

Who’s Behind Gen V Season 2?

Showrunner and EP:

Michele Fazekas

Executive Producers:

Eric Kripke
Seth Rogen
Evan Goldberg
Jonathan Nolan
Lisa Joy
James Weaver
Todd Howard
Garth Ennis (creator of The Boys comics)
Darick Robertson, and more

Production Companies:

Sony Pictures Television
Amazon MGM Studios
Kripke Enterprises
Point Grey Pictures
Original Film

Is There a Trailer for Season 2?

Yes! A trailer was unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, offering a glimpse at the darker, more violent tone of the upcoming season — and teasing major crossover moments with The Boys universe.

TL;DR – Quick Facts

Release Date: September 17, 2025
Episode Count: 8
Platform: Prime Video
Premiere Drop: First 3 episodes
Finale Date: October 22
Setting: Post-Homelander takeover
Tribute: Yes, honors Chance Perdomo
Cameos: Starlight & The Deep
New Faces: Hamish Linklater, Ethan Slater, Macaulay Culkin

Gen V Season 2 is shaping up to be a critical piece of The Boys universe — blending school rebellion, political chaos, and supes gone rogue. With a powerful cast and darker stakes, this sophomore season is ready to explode.

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