‘The Boys’ series finale looks forward to having no remorse in sight, going all the way till the job is completed. With the motto of ‘no matter the cost,’ the makers shared the trailer for one last time – and the internet has spoken. Heat vision, revenge plans, and the immortal sadistic good complex, fans are convinced that the season 5, episode 8 is going to be diabolical, expressing their unsettling thoughts of what might happen. While the bloodbath is scheduled to be released on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, the trailer for the episode titled ‘Blood and Bone’ has taken over the internet for a moment with mixed reviews.
Fans worry ‘The Boys’ finale to meet the same fate as ‘Game of Thrones,’ and ‘Stranger Things’
“Superheroes are done,” Billy Butcher said by the end of the 35-second trailer – raising the stakes. However, after watching a glimpse of the last episode, fans are worried whether the finale will be a disappointment like other beloved series. Drawing comparisons between ‘Game of Thrones,’ ‘Stranger Things,’ and ‘The Boys’ as the holy trinity, many are afraid the show might get a disheartening ending after a legendary and generational run. Meanwhile, others have kept their high hopes up and cheered for their characters – especially The Deep – in the comment section.
One user commented, “Oh god it looks so bad. WHAT HAVE THEY DONE,” along with Will Ferrell’s character sipping wine while sobbing.
Another fan humorously wrote, “‘No matter the cost.’ The cost” the entirety of the script, world building and characters.”
A third user pointed out, “its gonna be either most peak episode in fiction or biggest disappointment since game of thrones.”
A fourth fan requested, “PLEASE don’t fumble episode 8.” Another fan expressed, “I have a feeling the finally [finale] is going to be disappointing but we’ll see.”
Meanwhile, a sixth fan had a feeling that the upcoming episode would be a comeback. “We need to see some shock and awe. Scorched earth and obviously blood and bone. I have a feeling that you gonna made an amazing comeback,” they said on Instagram.
Another fan thanked for the wild ride, realising that the series will be ending soon. “This finale better deliver the chaos we deserve. Can’t believe it’s ending thanks for the wild ride.”
Starring Antony Starr, Karl Urban, Chace Crawford, and many more, the final episode will be released on May 20, only on Prime Video.
