When Michele Fazekas, showrunner of Gen V sat down with Variety on October 14, 2025, the answer to a burning fan question finally emerged: could there be a third season?
Why the Question Matters
Fans have been clutching their phones, scrolling through social feeds, and replaying the final episodes of Season 2 on Amazon Prime Video to catch every hint. The series, a spin‑off of the gritty superhero satire The Boys, has already carved out a niche: a college‑campus arena where young supes battle for a spot on the elite Seven. If Season 3 doesn’t happen, the whole “college‑forever” premise could evaporate.
Historical Context: From Concept to Campus
Back in late 2023, Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg and Eric Kripke pitched the idea of a superhero‑school drama to Amazon. The pitch landed on September 29, 2023, when Gen V debuted to a chorus of positive reviews. Critics praised the fresh ensemble—headlined by Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau—and the biting satire that kept the franchise’s edge.
Season 1 took place after the third season of The Boys. Season 2, which began streaming on September 17, 2025, advanced the timeline to the aftermath of the fourth season of the parent show, threading in Homelander’s looming war‑like dominance. The setting? Godolkin University, a fictional New York‑based campus founded by the enigmatic Thomas Godolkin.
Season 2: The Bridge to Something Bigger
The second season’s narrative pivot was purposely designed to segue into the next chapter of The Boys. As Fazekas explained, "Our task here was launching into 'The Boys,' which doesn’t really mean that there wouldn’t be another season of 'Gen V.'" In plain English: the writers used the college setting as a launchpad, not a dead‑end.
- Episode 1 (Sept 17) re‑introduced returning characters and unveiled a new dean with a militaristic agenda.
- Mid‑season (Oct 6) revealed a secret program aimed at turning supes into soldiers, raising the stakes of the human‑supes conflict.
- Final two episodes (Oct 15 & 22) set the stage for a larger war that will likely dominate the next installment of the main series.
Meanwhile, the cast expanded. Season 2 added Sean Patrick Thomas and Hamish Linklater as regulars, injecting fresh blood into the student‑supes roster.
Showrunner’s Official Take
During the interview, Fazekas was asked directly whether she could see a Season 3 on the horizon. She replied, "I think there is any number of ways you could do a third season," before adding, "But our task was launch us into the new season of 'The Boys.'" The nuance is clear: the creative team hasn’t ruled anything out, yet their immediate priority remains tying the two universes together.
She also emphasized the inherent flexibility of a college setting: "That's what’s great about a college show — everyone’s always going to college!" In other words, the premise can be rebooted each year, much like a real university rolls over its classes.
Renewal Outlook: What the Industry Is Saying
While Amazon has yet to issue a formal renewal notice, the platform typically decides on mid‑tier originals within 30‑60 days after a season ends. Given the October 22 finale, the window closes somewhere between early December and late January.
Entertainment analysts, such as Jessica BunBun of Carter Matt, note that Prime Video has a track record of renewing spin‑offs that bolster a franchise’s overall ecosystem. “If The Boys continues to dominate viewership, Amazon will likely keep the college companion alive,” she wrote.
Broader Impact: Why a Third Season Matters
A third season could explore the fallout from the human‑supes war, add deeper political commentary, and perhaps finally answer long‑standing fan lore about Vought’s next‑gen leadership. Moreover, it would keep the franchise’s younger audience engaged, feeding the pipeline of merchandise, tie‑in comics, and even potential live‑action events.
On the flip side, should Amazon pull the plug, the narrative universe would lose a crucial perspective: the entry‑level view of a world where power is a campus‑career choice. That void would force writers to address the gap elsewhere, possibly via the upcoming prequel Vought Rising that’s already in early development.
What’s Next for Fans
For now, the most reliable move is to binge the remaining two episodes and keep an eye on Amazon’s official channels. Social media chatter suggests a petition is already circulating, urging the streaming giant to green‑light Season 3.
In the meantime, the franchise’s next big moment arrives with the new season of The Boys, slated for early 2026. That show will likely drop the final pieces of the puzzle that could determine the fate of the college series.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Amazon expected to decide on Gen V Season 3?
Industry patterns suggest Amazon will announce a renewal within 30‑60 days after the Season 2 finale on October 22, 2025, putting the decision window somewhere between early December 2025 and late January 2026.
How does the potential Season 3 fit into the larger The Boys universe?
Season 3 is expected to continue bridging the gap between the college‑supes storyline and the looming human‑supes war that will dominate the next season of The Boys. It could explore the aftermath of the conflict and set up new power dynamics within Vought International.
Which characters are likely to return if Season 3 is green‑lit?
All main cast members from Season 2—including Jaz Sinclair (Marie Moreau), Chance Perdomo, Lizze Broadway, and the new regulars Sean Patrick Thomas and Hamish Linklater—are expected to return, given their central roles in the ongoing narrative.
What did showrunner Michele Fazekas say about the show’s future?
Fazekas told Variety that "there is any number of ways you could do a third season," but clarified that Season 2’s primary goal was to launch into the next season of The Boys, not to guarantee a third season of Gen V.
Could the upcoming prequel Vought Rising affect Gen V’s renewal?
While Vought Rising is a separate prequel, its development signals Amazon’s continued investment in the franchise. A strong reception for the prequel could boost confidence in extending the entire universe, including a potential Season 3 of Gen V.
