Antony Starr Bids Farewell to Homelander as THE BOYS Wraps Final Season: “We Created a Monster”
After years of gleefully wreaking havoc as one of the most unhinged characters in modern television, Antony Starr has officially hung up the cape. With The Boys wrapping production on its fifth and final season, Starr took to Instagram to reflect on his journey playing the terrifying and twisted Homelander.
“Difficult (for me) to put into words what an incredible ride this has been. How much life and growth has occurred. How amazing the team is. It’s truly been the highlight of my career,” Starr wrote.
“When we began, I had no idea what was coming. This juggernaut left the station and never stopped. Except for that Covid moment. Oh and the strikes. That was a thing too.
“But apart from those two times, it never stopped, boldly making its mark on the television landscape. There’s nothing else like it. It lives in its own lane.”
Starr shared a handful of behind-the-scenes photos and thanked just about everyone who made the show possible. “To the incredible Canadian crew. The amazing production team. The insanely talented cast.
“The people at Amazon and Sony that took a chance on this insane thing (and made the great choice in casting me😂) and all the other people that contributed in some way, big or small, to this beautiful, complex, warped, delicious show.”
Homelander has been one of TV's most compelling villains, and Starr clearly relished every moment of portraying him. “This complicated character allowed the space and range to discover and push boundaries in a way I never expected and I will always be grateful for this experience,” he said.
He also gave a heartfelt nod to showrunner Eric Kripke, saying, “We created a monster, sir. And I will miss him, and you. Til we roll out the last season. When I’ll see you. But this creative chapter is closed, and I’ll miss it, brother.”
And of course, there was a shoutout to the fans: “Massive thank you to the fans. You are the life blood. Without you, we don’t get to do this. And our fans are second to none. Mad love to you…. and deepest respect for your taste.”
He signed off with: “Okidoke people. We cooked for the last time. Can’t wait to show you what we made. TIL that day, Homelander, signing off.”
The Boys debuted in 2019 and quickly became a major hit for Amazon Prime Video, earning critical acclaim and multiple Emmy nominations including Outstanding Drama Series. While Season 5 won’t arrive until next year, fans can dive back into the twisted world of supes with the second season of the spinoff series Gen V, which premieres September 17.
So get ready one last time. The final chapter of The Boys is coming, and Homelander’s going out with a bang.