Created by Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg, and Eric Kripke.
Gen V first premiered on September 29, 2023.
Distributed by Amazon Prime Video.
Series Review
Gen V is a spin-off of The Boys that takes us inside Godolkin University, where young superheroes are trained.
Season 1 shows how the students compete for fame and power while uncovering dark secrets about the school.
The story is full of shocking twists, wild action, and strong performances, especially from Jaz Sinclair and Lizze Broadway.
Season 2 gets darker and more intense, with the students facing even bigger dangers, tougher choices, and hidden truths about how the world really sees supes.
It mixes action, blood, humor, and emotional drama in a way that keeps you hooked.
If you enjoyed The Boys, you’ll love Gen V for its bold storytelling, unpredictable characters, and crazy scenes.
It’s fun, shocking, and thought-provoking, though sometimes over the top.
This show proves that being a young hero isn’t about glory, it’s about survival.
Ratings
• IMDb: 7.6/10
• Rotten Tomatoes: 94%
• Google Audience Score: 71% liked this TV show.
Gen V Actors
Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau
DOB: July 22, 1994.
Bio: American actress from Dallas, Texas.
She began her career with guest appearances in television before gaining wider attention in the film Paper Towns (2015) and later in When the Bough Breaks (2016).
She became a fan favorite for her role as Rosalind Walker in Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
Role: Marie Moreau, an ambitious freshman at Godolkin University.
Gifted (and cursed) with the ability to manipulate and weaponize blood, Marie enters the school determined to earn a place among The Seven.
However, she soon uncovers disturbing truths about the university, its experiments, and Vought’s manipulation of young supes.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: A complex lead performance that mixes drive, vulnerability and rage; Marie’s choices drive much of the plot.
Interesting facts: Sinclair trained in TV from a young age and often speaks about representing strong, complicated young women on screen.
Notable Works: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Paper Towns, When the Bough Breaks.
Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer / Little Cricket
DOB: February 16, 1998.
Bio: American actress from Toledo, Ohio.
She began acting as a teenager, building credits on network TV and streaming projects, including roles in Southland, Bones, Chicago P.D., and Here and Now.
She is known for bringing warmth, comedic timing, and relatability to her performances.
Role: Emma Meyer, also known by her supe name Little Cricket, has the ability to shrink or grow in size by inducing vomiting or eating.
Behind the playful name lies a character riddled with insecurity and a desperate need to be accepted.
At Godolkin, Emma forms a close friendship with Marie Moreau, though she often finds herself manipulated by others who exploit her powers.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: Emotional honesty, awkward comedy, and disturbing physical stakes tied to her power.
Interesting facts: Broadway has appeared in procedural TV as a child actor and brought that experience into this darker, more physical role.
Notable Works: The Rookie, Here and Now, American Pie Presents: Girls’ Rules.
Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap
DOB: September 6, 1994.
Bio: Canadian actress, born in Vancouver, British Columbia.
She spent part of her childhood in Australia before returning to Canada, giving her an international upbringing.
Phillips studied acting in Vancouver and steadily built her career through independent films and television guest roles.
Role: Cate Dunlap is a glamorous, confident upperclassman at Godolkin University with tactile mind-control powers.
By touching someone, she can bend their will and influence their behavior, making her one of the most dangerous students on campus.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: A magnetic, unsettling performance that mixes entitlement and menace.
Interesting facts: Phillips trained in performance from a young age and brings comic timing to darker scenes.
Notable Works: Teenage Bounty Hunters, Supernatural, Ghost Wars.
Chance Perdomo as Andre Anderson
DOB: October 20, 1996.
Bio: Chance Perdomo was a British-American actor born in Los Angeles and raised in Southampton, England.
He trained at the National Youth Theatre and quickly gained recognition for his breakthrough role as Ambrose Spellman in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
(Public note: Perdomo died in 2024; his role and legacy remain part of the series’ story.)
Role: Andre Anderson, a sophomore at Godolkin University and the son of the famous superhero Polarity.
Gifted with magnetic powers and pressured by his father’s reputation, Andre struggles with identity, expectations, and loyalty.
His curiosity and sense of justice push him to investigate the university’s hidden experiments and corruption, making him one of the central figures of Season 1.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1 (8 episodes).
What to Expect: Charismatic leadership, conflicted loyalties, and powerful action sequences driven by his magnetism.
Interesting facts: Perdomo was a rising star whose performance in Gen V was widely noticed and praised.
Notable Works: Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, After We Fell (and After Ever Happy).
London Thor as Jordan Li (female form)
DOB: February 9, 1997.
Bio: American actress and singer-songwriter, born in Agoura Hills, California.
She began her career as a musician, releasing indie-pop and electronic tracks that gained recognition on streaming platforms before transitioning into acting.
Thor’s dual talents in music and screen performance give her a unique artistic presence.
Role: Jordan Li’s female form, one half of a gender-shifting supe who can seamlessly shift between male and female bodies.
Each form possesses different abilities, the female form channels energy blasts while the male form is super-durable.
This dual performance, shared with Derek Luh, highlights themes of fluid identity, resilience, and strength.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: High-energy, physically charged scenes and a layered take on identity and power.
Interesting facts: Thor’s background in music and performance adds a distinct presence to Jordan’s female form.
Notable Works: You (Season 4), multiple music singles and collaborations.
Derek Luh as Jordan Li (male form)
DOB: June 24, 1992.
Bio: American actor, rapper, and songwriter from Valencia, California.
He first gained recognition in music, releasing several hip-hop projects and touring with Machine Gun Kelly before moving into acting.
Luh’s creative background lends his performances a sharp, kinetic edge.
Role: Derek Luh portrays the male form of Jordan Li, a supe who shifts between male and female bodies, each with unique powers.
The male version is nearly indestructible, resilient, and aggressive in combat, offering a sharp contrast to London Thor’s energy-projecting female form.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: Physically dominant action and a performance that contrasts directly with the female form.
Interesting facts: Luh is also known for his music career and crossover creative work.
Notable Works: Shining Vale (TV), music releases including The Second Coming and Socks & Slides.
Asa Germann as Samuel “Sam” Riordan
DOB: December 14, 1997.
Bio: American actor and the son of veteran actor Greg Germann (Grey’s Anatomy, Ally McBeal).
He began his career with short films and guest TV roles, gradually building a reputation for emotionally charged performances.
Role: Sam Riordan is the younger brother of Luke Riordan (Golden Boy).
A powerful supe with immense strength, Sam is also highly unstable due to years of confinement and experimentation in The Woods, the secret facility beneath Godolkin University.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (16 episodes).
What to Expect: Big physical scenes tempered by an earnest emotional core.
Interesting facts: Germann performed stunts for the role and suffered a broken arm during production, showing the physical demands of the part.
Notable Works: Two Little Boys (short film), Caviar (short film).
Shelley Conn as Indira Shetty
DOB: September 21, 1976.
Bio: English actress with a career spanning stage, film, and television.
She trained at Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art in London and has worked extensively in British theatre, as well as in international TV and film projects.
Role: Indira Shetty is the dean of Godolkin University in Gen V Season 1.
Unlike most characters in the series, she has no supe powers, her influence comes from her intellect and authority.
She also secretly oversees The Woods, a covert facility beneath the university where brutal experiments on young supes take place.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1 (8 episodes).
What to Expect: Cold, methodical menace and intellectually chilling justification for unethical experiments.
Interesting facts: Conn has a background in high-profile British TV and stage productions and was cast to bring discipline and authority to the role.
Notable Works: Bridgerton, Terra Nova, Strike Back, Good Omens.
Sean Patrick Thomas as Polarity
DOB: December 17, 1970.
Bio: American actor with a career spanning film, television, and stage.
He rose to prominence with his breakout role in Save the Last Dance (2001) and went on to star in the Barbershop films, as well as numerous TV dramas
Role: Polarity, real name Darius Anderson, is a legendary supe with magnetic powers and the father of Andre Anderson.
In Season 1, he appears as a recurring character, representing both the legacy and burden of being a second-generation hero.
By Season 2, Polarity steps into a larger role as a trustee of Godolkin University and a prominent figure shaping supe politics.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1–2 (13 episodes).
What to Expect: An older, complicated mentor figure who carries legacy weight and family expectations.
Interesting facts: Thomas has worked across drama and action and brings that experience to playing a pro supe with family ties.
Notable Works: Save the Last Dance, Barbershop series, Cruel Intentions.
Hamish Linklater as Dean Cipher
DOB: July 7, 1976.
Bio: American actor, writer, and director known for his sharp versatility across stage, television, and film.
He has built a career playing both affable and unsettling characters, with standout performances ranging from comedies like The New Adventures of Old Christine to darker, more complex turns such as in Midnight Mass.
Role: Dean Cipher debuts in Season 2 as the newly installed dean of Godolkin University.
Unlike his predecessor, Cipher takes an authoritarian stance, openly promoting supe supremacy and pushing for militarization of students.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 2 (8 episodes).
What to Expect: A charismatic but menacing presence who intensifies the show’s political stakes.
Interesting facts: Linklater’s casting signaled a tonal shift in Season 2 toward more overt political and military themes.
Notable Works: Midnight Mass, The New Adventures of Old Christine, Legion.
Patrick Schwarzenegger as Luke Riordan / Golden Boy
DOB: September 18, 1993.
Bio: American actor and entrepreneur, the son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver.
He began his career with supporting roles in films and TV while also pursuing modeling and business ventures.
Role: Luke Riordan, known publicly as “Golden Boy,” is a senior at Godolkin University and the school’s star supe.
With the ability to engulf himself in flame and wield immense strength, he is the poster child for Vought’s vision of a perfect young hero.
Seasons & Episodes: Season 1 (5 episodes).
What to Expect: Showy power displays, celebrity supe behavior, and family conflicts that ripple through the student body.
Interesting facts: Patrick has balanced acting with other business ventures and high-profile media attention.
Notable Works: Moxie, Midnight Sun, Daniel Isn’t Real.
Alexander Calvert as Rufus McCurdy
DOB: July 15, 1990.
Bio: Canadian actor recognized for his breakout role as Jack Kline in Supernatural and later The Winchesters.
He trained in Vancouver and built a career through television guest roles before establishing himself in genre TV.
Role: Rufus is a sociopathic psychic student with telepathy, astral projection and clairvoyance; his presence adds a dangerous, unpredictable edge to the student cohort.
Season & Episodes: Season 1–2 (8 episodes).
What to Expect: Creepy, unsettling moments and a character whose power makes him a wild card.
Interesting facts: Calvert’s Supernatural fan base helped bring attention to his casting in Gen V.
Notable Works: Supernatural, Lowlifes, Arrow.
More Actors
Season 1 (2023)
• Maia Jae Bastidas as Justine Garcia
• Daniel Beirne as Social Media Jeff
• Robert Bazzocchi as Liam
• Nicholas Hamilton as Maverick
• Marco Pigossi as Dr. Edison Cardosa
• Matthew Edison as Cameron Coleman
• Jessica Clement as Harper
• Siddharth Sharma as Tyler Oppenheimer
• Derek Wilson as Tek Knight
• Clancy Brown as Rich Brink
• Colby Minifie as Ashley Barrett (from The Boys)
• Jensen Ackles as Soldier Boy (cameo from The Boys).
Season 2 (2025)
• Ethan Slater as Thomas Godolkin
• Erin Moriarty as Annie January / Starlight (The Boys crossover)
• Chace Crawford as The Deep (The Boys crossover)
• Nathan Mitchell as Black Noir II (The Boys crossover)
• Zach McGowan as Dogknott
• Kira Guloien as Modesty Monarch
• Keeya King as Annabeth Moreau
• Julia Knope as Tess Galloway.
FAQ – Gen V (TV Series)
How many seasons and episodes does Gen V have so far?
As of September 2025, Gen V has 2 seasons. Season 1 had 8 episodes; Season 2 is an 8-episode season released in 2025.
Is Gen V connected to The Boys?
Yes, it is a direct spin-off set in the same universe (Godolkin University) and features cameos and crossovers with characters from The Boys.
Is Homelander on Gen V?
Yes, Homelander (played by Antony Starr) appears in Gen V.
He makes a cameo in the Season 1 finale, where he confronts Marie Moreau after the climactic battle at Godolkin University.
His presence shows how closely Gen V is tied to The Boys universe.
Will andre be recast in Gen V?
No, Gen V’s producers have confirmed that Andre Anderson will not be recast after Chance Perdomo’s death.
They instead reworked Season 2’s story to honor him and his role in the series. More on EW
Is Gen V violent or suitable for kids?
The show is adult-oriented, violent, and sexually frank.
It is rated for mature audiences and not suitable for children. Viewer discretion is advised.
Conclusion
Gen V delivers a thrilling mix of action, mystery, and dark humor, making it a strong spin-off to The Boys.
With its bold characters and shocking storylines, it proves that the world of superheroes is far from perfect.
The series balances chaos with emotional depth, leaving fans eager to see what comes next at Godolkin University.