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A group of vigilantes known informally as “The Boys” set out to take down corrupt superheroes with no more than blue-collar grit and a willingness to fight dirty.

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    The Boys Season 5 Episode 8 - Blood and Bone
    6.1/10(81 votes)

    #1 - Blood and Bone

    S5:E8

    Easter Sunday. 2PM. Live on @VoughtNews. Bear witness as Homelander reboots the universe.

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writers:David Reed, Judalina Neira

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  2. The Boys Season 5 Episode 4 - King of Hell
    6.5/10(61 votes)

    #2 - King of Hell

    S5:E4

    IN THIS HOUSE, WE BELIEVE IN HOMELANDER!

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Geoff Aull

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  3. The Boys Season 5 Episode 6 - Though the Heavens Fall
    6.6/10(58 votes)

    #3 - Though the Heavens Fall

    S5:E6

    Available now, EXCLUSIVELY at @VMCtheaters, get the new #DeepPopcornBucket for only $32.99!

    Director:Catriona McKenzie
    Writer:David Reed

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  4. The Boys Season 4 Episode 2 - Life Among the Septics
    6.7/10(102 votes)

    #4 - Life Among the Septics

    S4:E2

    Did you know globalists put chemicals in food to make us gay, Dakota Bob is a demon from hell, and the Moon isn't real? Find out what they don't want you to know at #TruthCon!

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Jessica Chou

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  5. The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 - One-Shots
    6.7/10(60 votes)

    #5 - One-Shots

    S5:E5

    Tonight at 9/8C a @VoughtNews special report: Treason in Tinseltown! Find out which of your favorite Hollywood stars are rumored to be Starlighters!

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Judalina Neira

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  6. The Boys Season 5 Episode 2 - Teenage Kix
    6.8/10(68 votes)

    #6 - Teenage Kix

    S5:E2

    Tonight at 9/8C a @VoughtNews special report: Is your loved one a secret Starlighter terrorist?

    Director:Shana Stein
    Writer:Jessica Chou

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  7. The Boys Season 5 Episode 3 - Every One of You Sons of Bitches
    6.8/10(68 votes)

    #7 - Every One of You Sons of Bitches

    S5:E3

    Storm her senses with V-Bro Mango Thunder Body Spray by Vought! She'll never know what hit her!

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Ellie Monahan

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  8. The Boys Season 5 Episode 7 - The Frenchman, the Female, and the Man Called Mother's Milk
    6.8/10(61 votes)

    #8 - The Frenchman, the Female, and the Man Called Mother's Milk

    S5:E7

    WARNING: EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN ENTERING SOUNDSTAGE. PERFORMERS MAY BE USING SUPERPOWERS.

    Director:Sylvain White
    Writer:Anslem Richardson

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  9. The Boys Season 4 Episode 1 - Department of Dirty Tricks
    7.1/10(113 votes)

    #9 - Department of Dirty Tricks

    S4:E1

    CALLING ALL PATRIOTS. BE AT THE COURTHOUSE TOMORROW FOR HOMELANDER'S #VERDICT AND BE READY. IF THE CORRUPT "JUSTICE" SYSTEM WANTS TO F**K AROUND, THEY'RE GONNA FIND OUT. #HOMEFREE

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:David Reed

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  10. The Boys Season 4 Episode 3 - We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying Here
    7.1/10(100 votes)

    #10 - We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying Here

    S4:E3

    This December at VoughtCoin Arena, experience the story of Christmas the way it was meant to be told... on ice! Vought Presents Vought on Ice! Tickets available now at VoughtOnIce.com!

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Ellie Monahan

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  11. The Boys Season 5 Episode 1 - Fifteen Inches of Sheer Dynamite
    7.1/10(81 votes)

    #11 - Fifteen Inches of Sheer Dynamite

    S5:E1

    ATTENTION FREEDOM CAMPERS: ESCAPE ATTEMPTS WILL BE MET WITH DEADLY FORCE. Have a super day!

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Paul Grellong

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  12. The Boys Season 4 Episode 6 - Dirty Business
    7.2/10(88 votes)

    #12 - Dirty Business

    S4:E6

    Vernon Correctional Services provides compassionate rehabilitation to those in our care to prepare them for successful community reentry. At Vernon, it's not about custody. It's about family.

    Director:Karen Gaviola
    Writer:Anslem Richardson

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  13. The Boys Season 2 Episode 2 - Proper Preparation and Planning
    7.5/10(138 votes)

    #13 - Proper Preparation and Planning

    S2:E2

    The Boys get themselves a Super Terrorist, Starlight gets evidence against Vought, The Deep gets in touch with his feelings, and Homelander gets himself a family (sort of). All that, and a hard-hitting exposé on why Super Suits don’t have pockets.

    Director:Liz Friedlander
    Writer:Rebecca Sonnenshine

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  14. The Boys Season 4 Episode 5 - Beware the Jabberwock, My Son
    7.6/10(91 votes)

    #14 - Beware the Jabberwock, My Son

    S4:E5

    Attention #superfans! This year at #V52 see A-Train live and in person, as he presents an exclusive sneak peek at his powerful, true-life story: TRAINING A-TRAIN! V52: Powered by fans, for fans!

    Director:Shana Stein
    Writer:Judalina Neira

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  15. The Boys Season 2 Episode 4 - Nothing Like It in the World
    7.7/10(138 votes)

    #15 - Nothing Like It in the World

    S2:E4

    Road trip! The Boys head to North Carolina to follow a lead on a mysterious Supe named Liberty. And did you know a person’s choice of candy bars might tell you if they’re a serial killer? Watch and learn the warning signs! This episode could save your life!

    Director:Frederick E. O. Toye
    Writer:Michael Saltzman

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  16. The Boys Season 3 Episode 1 - Payback
    7.7/10(144 votes)

    #16 - Payback

    S3:E1

    You and a guest are invited to the premiere of DAWN OF THE SEVEN this Tuesday at 7PM in Vought Tower’s Lamplighter Memorial Theater! Screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Adam Bourke and an after-party with Supe DJ Malchemical on the turntables! Join us for the greatest true origin story ever told about America’s number one Superhero team and see how the legend began!

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Craig Rosenberg

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  17. The Boys Season 3 Episode 5 - The Last Time to Look on This World of Lies
    7.7/10(109 votes)

    #17 - The Last Time to Look on This World of Lies

    S3:E5

    Did you know chimpanzees are an endangered species largely because of human activity? But you can help by supporting construction costs for Crimson Countess’s Chimp Country! This beautiful refuge for chimpanzees will feature a banana plantation, four daily stunt shows, and a petting zoo! And when you donate, you’ll be entered to win a private video chat with Crimson Countess! Donate today!

    Director:Nelson Cragg
    Writer:Ellie Monahan

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  18. The Boys Season 1 Episode 6 - The Innocents
    7.8/10(160 votes)

    #18 - The Innocents

    S1:E6

    SUPER IN AMERICA (2019). Vought Studios. Genre: Reality. Starring: Homelander, Queen Maeve, Black Noir, The Deep, A-Train, Starlight, Tara Reid, Billy Zane.

    Director:Jennifer Phang
    Writer:Rebecca Sonnenshine

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  19. The Boys Season 2 Episode 1 - The Big Ride
    7.8/10(151 votes)

    #19 - The Big Ride

    S2:E1

    Season 2! New and improved! Now with 50% more explosive decapitations, terrorists, S&M hookers, cults, and a new pine fresh scent! But wait, there’s more! 2X MORE blood, guts and gore than the other leading brands! This exclusive offer is available only on Amazon Prime Video! Don’t delay! Order now!

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Eric Kripke

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  20. The Boys Season 3 Episode 8 - The Instant White-Hot Wild
    7.8/10(120 votes)

    #20 - The Instant White-Hot Wild

    S3:E8

    Calling all patriots! Let’s show Homelander we’ve got his back and we’re not going to let Starlight and her Starlight House of Horrors get away with trafficking children and drinking their adrenaline! It’s time for real Americans to fight back! Join the Hometeamers and Stormchasers tomorrow at Vought Square! Stand back and stand by!

    Director:Sarah Boyd
    Writers:David Reed, Logan Ritchey

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  21. The Boys Season 1 Episode 5 - Good for the Soul
    7.9/10(171 votes)

    #21 - Good for the Soul

    S1:E5

    The Boys head to the “Believe” Expo to follow a promising lead in their ongoing war against the Supes. There might — MIGHT — be a homicidal infant, but you’ll have to see for yourself.

    Director:Stefan Schwartz
    Writer:Anne Cofell Saunders

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  22. The Boys Season 2 Episode 5 - We Gotta Go Now
    7.9/10(134 votes)

    #22 - We Gotta Go Now

    S2:E5

    VoughtStudios is pleased to announce that filming has begun on #DawnOfTheSeven. 12 years of VCU movies have led to this. If you like movies about One Hero, you’ll love a movie about Seven Heroes. Introducing newest member @RealStormfront! See how the legend began! In theaters Summer 2021!

    Director:Batan Silva
    Writer:Ellie Monahan

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  23. The Boys Season 4 Episode 4 - Wisdom of the Ages
    7.9/10(102 votes)

    #23 - Wisdom of the Ages

    S4:E4

    Vought News Network is proud to announce its new series #Truthbomb! Join host Firecracker and her celebrity guests for the live 6-hour premiere as they expose Starlight's Adrenochrome Parties!

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:Geoff Aull

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  24. The Boys Season 1 Episode 3 - Get Some
    8.0/10(176 votes)

    #24 - Get Some

    S1:E3

    It’s the race of the century. A-Train versus Shockwave, vying for the title of World’s Fastest Man. Meanwhile, the Boys are reunited and it feels so good.

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:George Mastras

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  25. The Boys Season 3 Episode 2 - The Only Man in the Sky
    8.0/10(118 votes)

    #25 - The Only Man in the Sky

    S3:E2

    Homelander. America’s greatest Superhero. Defending our shores from sea to shining sea. Today, America honors him on his birthday. And the Vought Shopping Network is celebrating by offering the exclusive Homelander Limited Birthday Edition Gold Coin for only $99.95 (plus tax and shipping) while supplies last. Vought Gold Commemorative Coins: An investment that lasts a lifetime.

    Director:Philip Sgriccia
    Writer:David Reed

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Blood and Bone" is the worst rated episode of "The Boys". It scored 6.1/10 based on 81 votes. Directed by Philip Sgriccia and written by David Reed, Judalina Neira, it aired on 5/20/2026. This episode scored 0.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "King of Hell".