Filming for Vought Rising, The Boys spinoff, is complete! Jensen Ackles confirms Season 1 wrap and shares a behind-the-scenes look at Soldier Boy.
- March 12, 2026
AceShowbiz - Vought Rising, the highly anticipated spinoff of The Boys, has reached a major milestone in production, according to actor Jensen Ackles. In a recent Instagram video, Ackles announced that filming for the first season has officially wrapped, marking a key step forward for the series.
In his post, Ackles shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of himself preparing to don the elaborate Soldier Boy costume, a process that requires the help of three to five people. He described the experience as an "absolute thrill ride" and expressed deep gratitude towards the cast and crew, playfully calling them "a bunch of psychos" while thanking them for their time and energy.
The video began with Ackles stating, "final day of filming, Vought Rising, Season 1," confirming the end of principal photography. This marks one of the first direct confirmations about the project's production timeline, solidifying that the series is moving closer to release.
Serving as a prequel to The Boys, Vought Rising explores the 1950s origins of the Vought corporation and the early history of Soldier Boy, played by Ackles. The storyline centers on a dark murder mystery set against the backdrop of the corporation’s beginnings and the complex actions of its early superheroes.
The series also features Aya Cash reprising her role as Klara Risinger, also known as Stormfront. Additional cast members include Mason Dye, Elizabeth Posey, Will Hochman, Jorden Myrie, Nicolo Pasetti, Ricky Staffieri, Brian J. Smith, and Kiki Layne. The narrative delves into events that occurred decades before the timeline of The Boys, introducing a younger Soldier Boy and expanding the show's universe.
While Prime Video has yet to announce an official release date for Vought Rising, speculation suggests the series may debut in late 2026 or early 2027. Fans of The Boys can meanwhile look forward to the show's fifth and final season, which will premiere on April 8. New episodes will be released weekly on Wednesdays, leading up to the series finale on May 20.
Jensen Ackles' update serves as an exciting progress report for viewers eager to see more stories within the dark, satirical world of The Boys. With production completed, anticipation is building for the arrival of this fresh chapter in the franchise.
