What happens when super-powered people exist primarily as commercial products? Gen V, the college-set spinoff of The Boys, explores a world where superhero status is less about heroism and more about corporate branding, entertainment value, and ruthless competition. At Godolkin University, young supes navigate a ranking system that treats them like gladiators while their powers—and identities—become marketing opportunities. Host Matthew Fox sits down with Ocean Murff to examine how this cynical universe reveals uncomfortable truths about exploitation, capitalism, and authentic self-expression.
Questions we discussed:
- What does The Boys universe reveal about superheroes if they had “the ethics of normal people” rather than mythic idealism?
- How does Godolkin University’s ranking system reflect real-world competition and commercialization of talent?
- How does Jordan Li’s gender-shifting ability work as both superpower and metaphor for non-binary identity?
- How does the show critique corporate performative inclusion through Jordan’s “trans-tastic” marketing storyline?
