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The Boys Season 4 Episode 7: A Christmas Special with a Dark Twist
The Boys, Amazon Prime Video’s hit series, has never shied away from pushing boundaries, and Episode 7 of Season 4 is no exception. This episode, which has a Christmas theme, is packed with shocking twists, dark humor, and intense action. Let’s dive into the details and explore the key moments and character developments that make this episode a must-watch.
Ryan’s Christmas Special: A Puppet Show with a Message
The episode kicks off with Ryan (Cameron Crovetti) filming a puppet-themed Christmas special for Vought. The special features puppet versions of the Seven, including A-Train, and carries a pro-America, anti-woke agenda. However, Ryan decides to pull the plug on the promo due to its controversial lyrics, which were approved by his father, Homelander (Antony Starr). This decision sets the tone for the rest of the episode, highlighting the growing tension between Ryan and Homelander.
Homelander’s Fury and the Hunt for the Leaker
Homelander is furious that Vought has not yet caught the company leaker. His anger leads him to murder newscaster Cameron Coleman (Matthew Edison), who is publicly reported to have died from a brain aneurysm after a flu vaccination. Firecracker (Valorie Curry) then points Homelander towards Webweaver (Dan Nousseau), who confesses to being an informant for Butcher (Karl Urban). In a gruesome display of power, Homelander rewards Webweaver’s honesty by tearing him in half.
The Seven’s Struggles and Betrayals
The rest of the Seven are also facing their own challenges. The Deep (Chace Crawford) kills his beloved octopus girlfriend, Ambrosius (voiced by Tilda Swinton), and pledges his allegiance to Homelander and Vought. He and Black Noir (Nathan Mitchell) are sent to eliminate Butcher and Starlight (Erin Moriarty), leading to a mini-battle between the Seven and The Boys. The evil supes nearly gain the upper hand, but A-Train (Jessie T. Usher) betrays his teammates to help The Boys. This betrayal leads to Homelander firing Sister Sage (Susan Heyward) from the Seven.
Butcher’s Return and the Supe-Killing Virus
After MM (Laz Alonso) steps down as the head of The Boys, Butcher is reinstated as the group’s leader. They continue their efforts to synthesize the supe-killing virus. Kimiko (Karen Fukuhara) is stabbed in the leg with the virus, testing her regeneration powers as Frenchie (Tomer Capone) performs a makeshift amputation. Despite the challenges, there is hope that Frenchie can create a supe bioweapon to kill Homelander.
The Shape-Shifter’s Deception
The Boys face a new threat in the form of a shape-shifter posing as Starlight. A “fan” who took a selfie with her earlier in the episode turns out to be an undercover shape-shifter, leaving the real Starlight chained up ahead of the team’s meeting with the president. With the season finale approaching, it seems the presidential meeting may have an unexpected party crasher.
Black Noir’s New Powers and Character Development
Nathan Mitchell, who has played Black Noir since the beginning of The Boys, spoke with Variety about the second iteration of the character, now known as new Noir. The original Black Noir was a mute killing machine, but the new Noir is talkative and has the ability to fly. Mitchell discusses the challenges and excitement of portraying this new version of the character, including the comedic moments during the flying supe battle.
Mitchell also reflects on the contrast between the old and new Noir. While the old Noir was a stoic, menacing figure, the new Noir is more relatable and average, adding a different dimension to the character. This new iteration of Noir is an aspiring actor who graduated from Godolkin and was good at university, but has not made much traction in his career outside of Cirque du Vought.
The Future of The Boys
As we approach the season finale, the stakes are higher than ever. The Boys must navigate the challenges posed by the shape-shifter and the supe-killing virus, while also dealing with the ever-present threat of Homelander. With new characters and powers being introduced, the future of The Boys is uncertain and full of potential surprises.
For those who want to catch up on the latest episode, you can watch the trailer and find more information here: https://trailers.movieetv.com/search/the-boys.
The Boys continues to captivate audiences with its dark humor, intense action, and complex characters. As we await the season finale, one thing is certain: The Boys will keep us on the edge of our seats, eager to see what happens next.
