The Boys season 4, episode 4 trailer reveals Homelander returning to his haunting past, while also focusing on Starlight’s upcoming confrontation with Firecracker. The Boys season 4 has Homelander slowly building more power in Vought as the titular group tries to stop Victoria Neuman from gaining political power. Episode 3 ended with the leader of the Seven deciding he needs to go back to the lab he was born and raised in, deciding to confront his past in order to destroy the part of himself that still cares for others.

Now, The Boys has released a new trailer for season 4, episode 4, revealing its focus on Homelander confronting his past.

In addition to his haunting trip down memory lane, the episode will also focus on Firecracker revealing her past with Starlight to the world, leading to a major confrontation. With these two stories seemingly front-and-center next episode, it will likely further divisions between the opposing Supes.

The Boys Season 4 Might Feature Homelander’s Biggest Change Yet

His Murderous Tendencies Could Finally Win

Homelander’s decision to confront his past head-on means a major change could be coming for his character as season 4 progresses. He’s currently formulating a plan with Sister Sage to increase the chances that Victoria gets into the White House, ensuring the country is run by a Supe with their interests in mind. However, he believes his more caring side is also holding him back, keeping him from unlocking his true potential. By confronting his past, he hopes to better prepare himself for the future, destroying any humanity he may possess.

If Homelander is successful at becoming even more apathetic toward his actions, it could lead to him becoming even more of a direct threat to the world. His obsession with public perception and his own perfection is a barrier keeping him from destroying those who disagree with him. If that wall gets knocked down, then he could become incredibly dangerous, as he’ll no longer care about being viewed as a hero or a villain. With how much support he has from the public, such a turn might even benefit his plans more in the long run.

If this episode marks the beginning of a new version of Homelander, then it could impact how he goes about enacting his plans for the rest of season 4. He might not be as careful as usual, possibly creating conflict between him and Sage in the process. This could also set the stage for The Boys season 5, which would see the primary antagonist now unflinchingly brutal in ways never before seen. With more of his past about to be revealed, this next episode could be one of the biggest for the show in a while.

The Boys Season 4 Episode Title

Season 4, Episode 4: “Wisdom of the Ages”
06-20-2024

Season 4, Episode 5: “Beware the Jabberwock, My Son”
06-27-2024

Season 4, Episode 6: “Dirty Business”
07-04-2024

Season 4, Episode 7: “The Insider”
07-11-2024

Season 4, Episode 8: “Assassination Run”
07-18-2024