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marcus10643Jan 5, 2020

This show is made by psychopaths for psychopaths. I won't say that everyone who likes this show is a psychopath but there are certainly quite a few among them. This show is utterly contemptible in almost every regard.

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DeanomiteDec 3, 2019

My favorite show of 2019, a very strong year for tv shows. Karl Urban is always excellent, my favorite role for him was Dredd. Superheroes owned by corporations and all narcissistic brings a dimension of plausible realism that takes themMy favorite show of 2019, a very strong year for tv shows. Karl Urban is always excellent, my favorite role for him was Dredd. Superheroes owned by corporations and all narcissistic brings a dimension of plausible realism that takes them from 2 dimensional characters to so much more. Homelander steals the show in every scene, as does Starlight.… Expand

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PoisonedbladeNov 5, 2019

What happens when Superheroes become corrupted by corporations? Although this is an interesting question, The Boys just ends up being woke garbage full of plot holes. It promotes all of the Buzzfeed talking points: men are rapists,What happens when Superheroes become corrupted by corporations? Although this is an interesting question, The Boys just ends up being woke garbage full of plot holes. It promotes all of the Buzzfeed talking points: men are rapists, masculinity is toxic and fragile, USA is bad, capitalism is bad, Christians are gullible idiots... If you like Gillette commercials, this is a show for you!… Expand

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YurchikNov 3, 2019

A very unexpected series! A long time to begin to remove about bad superheroes!

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Imperius147Aug 22, 2019

Pro+
- for adult intended
- funny
- evil superheroes
- well written story

Cons-
- none

This TV show is awesome!!!

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EludiumQ36Oct 26, 2019

Better titled as "Dark Heroes". Echoing most here, "The Boys" (Amazon, S01, 8 eps, 1hr) is a real gem of a series amidst so much other chaff/filler. It's a much more plausible, realistic take on those with powers/abilities far beyond normals.Better titled as "Dark Heroes". Echoing most here, "The Boys" (Amazon, S01, 8 eps, 1hr) is a real gem of a series amidst so much other chaff/filler. It's a much more plausible, realistic take on those with powers/abilities far beyond normals. If you're into tales of betrayal, corruption, abuse of power, and the like then you'll love this like most everyone else. "The Boys" is a series where S02 can't come soon enough. My main nits have to do with lost opportunities in dialogue, like near the end where a character is telling his unknowing kid "I'm your father," now that could've been an epic play on the classic Darth Vader line but they totally whiffed it. There are little disappointments like that throughout. (originally posted IMDB 9/8/19)… Expand

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nissan240sxOct 20, 2019

A fun and dark take on the world of superheroes with a few setbacks. Its essentially a story of a man who unwillingly becomes a superhero killer after his girlfriend's death and goes on a wild adventure with a rogue CIA group to seeminglyA fun and dark take on the world of superheroes with a few setbacks. Its essentially a story of a man who unwillingly becomes a superhero killer after his girlfriend's death and goes on a wild adventure with a rogue CIA group to seemingly take on the impossible mission of killing superheroes. The Sups are excellent in their douche portrayals and are current parodies of popular dc/marvel heroes (a-train = flash, homelander = superman, etc). The acting is excellent, there's a particular seen on an airplane that actually shocked me...the show is willing to push the boundaries of sadistic comedy. Thumbs up for Homelander and his creepy relationships. Thumbs up for Hughies relationship with Starlight. Karl Urban is a badass. Frenchie is hit and miss (can't understand him without subtitles). Despite the Sups parading around as insufferable maniacs, the show does a good job showing their "human" side and flaws. Surprisingly, I found myself sympathetic towards The Deep. Its also interesting to see a corporation run the lives of superheroes, the VP is successfully convincing and manipulative, otherwise it wouldn't make sense why any Sups would listen to her character. My biggest gripe is towards the last half of the show where The Boys/Sups start making questionable decisions allowing each other to live for the sake of extending their cat and mouse game. Starlight is a doll and sympathetic character, but her action scenes are uninspiring and sometimes cringe worthy. The ending, although surprising, is also a head scratcher on how the show would proceed with season 2. Overall, its an excellent show, but i would say the 10 scores are from viewers who are overpraising the concept of superheroes gone bad while overlooking some obvious weaknesses in the plot.… Expand

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greenisgoodSep 7, 2019

TL;DR - When I started this show I assumed it would end in itself and could not think of any reason this would progress further than Season 1. But I cannot wait to see our fantastically written, exceptionally executed, morally flawedTL;DR - When I started this show I assumed it would end in itself and could not think of any reason this would progress further than Season 1. But I cannot wait to see our fantastically written, exceptionally executed, morally flawed characters 'Supes' or Humans in Season 2. Avoiding all spoilers for this as I truly believe a fan of the genre whether it be comics, movies old or new should really watch it.

This was a breath of fresh air. The writing of this show was on par with some of the best Pilot seasons we have gotten. After all of the Glimmering and Shinning portrayals of the 'Superhero' in current media it is good to see a point of view where we watch them being just as flawed and messed up as we can be. This makes sense considering they are existing in a world based on rules humans have created and hence would by default glorify and pursue everything that we covet/desire secretly or other wise.

As much as I LOVE 'DC' my distaste for the DCEU is probably on par with the same. Snyder does have talent but I believe what this Show pulls off successfully is what he was going for, but unfortunately his own ego and heady themes overpowered the writing. It is downright funny to think in retrospect of people name-calling/labeling those who did not like DCEU and it's so called gritty realism, I bet MCU and or DCEU lovers and all alike will really find entertainment and satisfaction is this gritty, relatively realistic sometimes disturbing take on the 'Superhero' genre.… Expand

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AthanasiosTSep 8, 2019

How would superheroes act, if they actually existed in real life ? Marvel and DC usually show their poetic versions, but this show goes deeply in the human psyche and shows a cruel and dark reality. Excellently written (adapted), directed,How would superheroes act, if they actually existed in real life ? Marvel and DC usually show their poetic versions, but this show goes deeply in the human psyche and shows a cruel and dark reality. Excellently written (adapted), directed, shot, and acted. A must for all superhero (adult) fans.… Expand

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Roy_MSep 6, 2019

The Boys Succeeds in giving a matured live-action Superhero story filled with corporate greed and so many twists and turns.
This, combined with its incredible casts, is the reason why The Boys is a Must Watch of 2019.
P.S. If you’re somehowThe Boys Succeeds in giving a matured live-action Superhero story filled with corporate greed and so many twists and turns.
This, combined with its incredible casts, is the reason why The Boys is a Must Watch of 2019.
P.S. If you’re somehow still not convinced to check out this show, remember, this show has a baby with laser vision.… Expand

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o_retySep 4, 2019

Run of the mill, hollywood superhero crap posturing as something edgy. Well, it isn't. Really. Deus-ex-machinas, plot holes and plot armors, long winded dialogs and all around ridiculousness abound. So many worned out tropes it's not evenRun of the mill, hollywood superhero crap posturing as something edgy. Well, it isn't. Really. Deus-ex-machinas, plot holes and plot armors, long winded dialogs and all around ridiculousness abound. So many worned out tropes it's not even funny. Also typical SJW crap: stronk women, people of color, homosexuality, bashing and ridiculing Christianity (a whole episode for that), subversive moral ambiguity, trust your government etc. I liked the villain though. Antony Starr's work here is impeccable.… Expand

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ume1994Sep 2, 2019

反传统的视角，诙谐的口吻，不留情面的展示了很多肮脏的东西。

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VioletWinterAug 31, 2019

Forget the good - what we have here is the bad and the ugly. Sloppy story arc, manipulative writing and violence for the sake of violence make for a bloody headache inducing mess. I guess the writers get off on snuff porn & enjoy whackingForget the good - what we have here is the bad and the ugly. Sloppy story arc, manipulative writing and violence for the sake of violence make for a bloody headache inducing mess. I guess the writers get off on snuff porn & enjoy whacking off to violence. Nothing wrong with the acting and visuals but the writers are obviously psychopaths who, thank God, decided to kill characters off onscreen, rather than in real life. The hacks writing it ain't no George R R Martin - there were reasons for the gore in Game of Thrones. Not this waste of film, no - this sh*tshow sprays blood around simply because it can. Medically and physically impossible bloodbath - what's not to hate? The people who make appliances (you know, disembodied arms - that sort of thing) for SFX got some work. Don't waste your time unless you enjoy a metric tonne of plotless gore.… Expand

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DiptanshuAug 30, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Greatest show in amazon prime really hyped for season2,dope storyline,great voilence and purely true to its dark nature!… Expand

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ILikeEyeBallsAug 30, 2019

Absolute garbage. This show is the worst piece of trash I've ever seen. I am so sick of every other Amazon and Netflix orignal show being filled with over the top gratuitous violence and sexploitation. How anyone other than a closetAbsolute garbage. This show is the worst piece of trash I've ever seen. I am so sick of every other Amazon and Netflix orignal show being filled with over the top gratuitous violence and sexploitation. How anyone other than a closet psychopath would find this entertaining boggles my mind. Please stop making trash and give us shows and stories with characters and people with at least a shred of human dignity.… Expand

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p2skaAug 28, 2019

Funny, unpredictable, no cliches, stellar cast, as realistic as world with superheros can be :) Watchmen movie quality stuff.

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123579Aug 21, 2019

I've basically lost all hope in netflix producing anything of quality (witcher show will suck) so I had very low expectations when I started episode 1 of the boys. I was very happily proven wrong. It is a great show. Not perfect, but veryI've basically lost all hope in netflix producing anything of quality (witcher show will suck) so I had very low expectations when I started episode 1 of the boys. I was very happily proven wrong. It is a great show. Not perfect, but very entertaining. It's funny and suspenseful and rather tongue in cheek with the whole corporate commentary thing (it is produced by amazon, after all) Definitely worth trying.… Expand

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OlivierPielAug 14, 2019

Very good entertainment. Finally a show that puts back Hollywood's superhero fetish to its right place...it simply gives you this "had it a long time coming"feeling when you see a bully get kicked in the nuts. So satisfying. There is one orVery good entertainment. Finally a show that puts back Hollywood's superhero fetish to its right place...it simply gives you this "had it a long time coming"feeling when you see a bully get kicked in the nuts. So satisfying. There is one or two plot holes and some of the later episodes lose a bit the edge of the first ones and don't seem to know what to do with a few characters, but the pacing and dialogues keep the show humming very nicely up to the very good last episode.
Enjoy!… Expand

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LatinCritic13Aug 13, 2019

This is one of those shows you need to check out. And trust me, this is the real Injustice League we're all wanting for a long time thanks to riveting cinematography and an outstanding villainous as The Homelander performance by Banshee'sThis is one of those shows you need to check out. And trust me, this is the real Injustice League we're all wanting for a long time thanks to riveting cinematography and an outstanding villainous as The Homelander performance by Banshee's Antony Starr.… Expand

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Voodoo123Aug 11, 2019

+Excellent cast
+Memorable action sequences
+Great concept well executed -Some moments of parody took me out of the show After watching the trailer I came away uninterested in seeing the boys (esp with such a saturation of superhero+Excellent cast
+Memorable action sequences
+Great concept well executed
-Some moments of parody took me out of the show

After watching the trailer I came away uninterested in seeing the boys (esp with such a saturation of superhero shows/movies) on a recommendation I watched the show....
Right from the opening of the first episode I realised the quality of the show. I look forward to a season 2!… Expand

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GooDayToDieAug 7, 2019

Just **** amazing that's what it is!
Why? Because they flip the super heroe **** into a massive scam and it is just so great!
The only regret I have AND advise I can give you is this ONE! Don't watch any trailer of it cause it spoil littleJust **** amazing that's what it is!
Why? Because they flip the super heroe **** into a massive scam and it is just so great!
The only regret I have AND advise I can give you is this ONE!
Don't watch any trailer of it cause it spoil little bits that are amazing, so seriously don't!
Just believe me, if you like superhero **** that show is definitely for you!
But if you don't it will be for you too!… Expand

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LordbadfaceAug 5, 2019

Excelente series de superhéroes. Aunque tiene problemas al adaptar el comic,es muy buena con lo que hace.

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ninjamammothAug 4, 2019

Fantastic tv series. Some changes were made in the tv adaptation as compared to the comics but i am fine with how it went. Other than that great performance by the cast, great writing and the humor hits the spot for me. In my opinion this isFantastic tv series. Some changes were made in the tv adaptation as compared to the comics but i am fine with how it went. Other than that great performance by the cast, great writing and the humor hits the spot for me. In my opinion this is by far the best tv show i have watched this year.… Expand

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SquireFireAug 4, 2019

Very well made.

Quality humour.
Quality casting.
Quality acting.
Brilliant premise.
Well thought out story.
And much more!

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mattyflanAug 3, 2019

Best thing I've watched in 2019. Very well written and acted. Can't wait for season 2.

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OGKingArthurJul 30, 2019

I love this show, let’s be honest if there were people out there with superpowers you can almost guarantee they’d be abusing it in one way or another.

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TheknifeJul 29, 2019

Forget the great script, superb visuals, don't concern yourself with top notch acting, "The Boys" is all about the feel, it feels superb. Watched in one sitting and Amazon have a hit on their hands. Cannot wait for a second slice.

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Jydd_4oreJul 28, 2019

When I first came late to the table making up for lost time with good comics, a friend recommended 'The Boys' to me and it remains my favourite comics series that I have read. I was very pleased to hear that it would be made into a TV seriesWhen I first came late to the table making up for lost time with good comics, a friend recommended 'The Boys' to me and it remains my favourite comics series that I have read. I was very pleased to hear that it would be made into a TV series and having watched the whole series during the past few days I can whole-heartedly say that I am fully down with this screen adaptation. There is invariably a great deal of naye-saying whenever a much loved comic series is adapted for the TV but in this instance it will be completely unfounded. It is not a direct literal adaptation from the comics but all of the most significant themes are either accounted for or alluded to for subsequent exploration. The biggest departure from the books is that the TV series is has a noticeably more balanced approach to gender which in my view is definitely a positive, and will certainly appeal to a wider audience. The narrative surrounding the Vogelbaum Compound is also dealt with quite differently but I have a feeling that there are probably good reasons for this that will become apparent as the story progresses. The script and characterisation are excellent, the production is totally seamless and the overall tone is entirely faithful to the books that we have known and loved. This often seems to be an advantage of having the storys' creator closely involved with the production of a screen adaptation. As usual most of the critical reviews that I read would appear to have been written by people who either haven't actually watched the whole series, don't know where the story has come from (and consequently have no reason to have faith in what we have not yet been told about it), or in some cases have dismissively attributed it to another streaming service. Massive thumbs up! Long may 'The Boys' in its' most recent incarnation continue! ✊… Expand

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Kid_CruxJul 28, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Dark in all the right places, and enough material to keep you entertained for multiple seasons.… Expand

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Liuk2Jul 28, 2019

Honestly one of my favourite shows of all time. I get breaking bad vibes in a super hero universe, what more can I ask for?

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Rwgp922Jul 27, 2019

This show is gory, adult intended, funny, and really well written. It mocks a lot of modern super hero stuff and even if you dont like super hero shows there is a good chance you will still enjoy this show as it's more of a detective showThis show is gory, adult intended, funny, and really well written. It mocks a lot of modern super hero stuff and even if you dont like super hero shows there is a good chance you will still enjoy this show as it's more of a detective show revolving around normal humans. It had me hooked and really everything in this show is top notch. Strongly recommend, unless you don't like blood because again it can be gory and vulgar… Expand

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ShaManaJul 28, 2019

This is the core definition of a nothingburger. Nothing happens, literally nothing. For 8 episodes. If you've seen the trailers, that's the show in a nutshell. Don't need to watch it. Utter waste of time.

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Natasha2012Jul 27, 2019

A great spin on superhero’s. Great story line, great acting. Constantly surprises you with twists and never a dull scene.

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Amanmavi_Jul 27, 2019

Pretty entertaining, well written please watch it if you are into comics and superheros.
The whole superheros ideology is written and executed very well after the marvel fever it's a very fresh experience

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NeroTheToolJul 27, 2019

It honestly has one of the most unique premises I’ve seen in a show and also great characters as well (even though this was based off of a comic book) definitely a great watch

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ScienceAdvisorJul 27, 2019

A good first season that struggles to find it's stride as it is shot as a weekly episodic instead of a binge show. So it starts off and ends strong, but drops towards the middle. The graphics are seemless, and the humor is fresh andA good first season that struggles to find it's stride as it is shot as a weekly episodic instead of a binge show. So it starts off and ends strong, but drops towards the middle. The graphics are seemless, and the humor is fresh and material is interesting. Looking forward to Season 2 and hope Kripke can adjust to streaming binge.… Expand

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IbradleyJul 27, 2019

Trys too hard, doesn't do or cover anything that other books and films already do better.

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HelbatJul 27, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's really entertaining in which capitalism takes over the superhero world and you can guess what happens next. Yes of course, power and money just corrupts the superheroes. A great change of pace from the normal superhero TV series.… Expand

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Joda36Jul 26, 2019

I am pleasantly surprised with this show. It's obvious a good if money was sent on this show as the production quality is excellent. Karl Urban is perfect in his role and all of the other actors fit their roles very well. I won't get into theI am pleasantly surprised with this show. It's obvious a good if money was sent on this show as the production quality is excellent. Karl Urban is perfect in his role and all of the other actors fit their roles very well. I won't get into the story but all I can say is that it's a damn entertaining watch! I watched 5 episodes in a row and I would have watched more if I didn't have to work early in the morning. There is definitely social commentary, but it's handled in a way that it doesn't bash you over the head.… Expand

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