The gates of Godolkin University have been stormed, and the pristine facade of America’s premier superhero college has been shattered. In the devastating aftermath of the first season’s explosive finale, the students of “Gen V” are left reeling, trapped inside a campus now under the firm control of Vought International. With the truth about the Woods—and Compound V—exposed to them, the first generation of heroes who know the source of their powers must navigate a dangerous new reality. The competition for the school’s top ranking is no longer just about fame and fortune; it’s a brutal struggle for survival, information, and a chance to dismantle the system from within.

This season dives deeper into the physical and moral decay festering at the heart of the superhero industrial complex. Alliances will be forged and broken in the blood-stained halls of God U. As our young supes are pushed to their absolute limits by a terrifying new administration, they are forced to ask themselves: are they the future of heroism, or just the next generation of Vought’s perfectly branded monsters? The line between right and wrong has never been blurrier, and the price of rebellion has never been higher.

Gen V Season 2 cast list

1: Jaz Sinclair as Marie Moreau

Jaz Sinclair returns with a powerhouse performance as Marie Moreau, the blood-bending supe whose world has been utterly upended. No longer the wide-eyed newcomer, Marie is now a hardened and determined leader, burdened by the weight of the truth and the lives of her friends. Sinclair masterfully portrays Marie’s transformation from a girl seeking belonging to a woman wielding her devastating power with fierce purpose and strategic precision, all while grappling with the immense trauma she has endured.

Sinclair delves into the darker corners of Marie’s morality this season, exploring the cost of becoming a revolutionary. Her character is forced to make impossible choices that challenge her inherent humanity, and her dynamic with both her allies and her enemies becomes increasingly complex and fraught with tension. Marie’s journey is the emotional core of the season, a harrowing look at the personal sacrifice required to fight a corrupt empire.

2: Lizze Broadway as Emma Meyer / Little Cricket

Lizze Broadway returns as the incredibly vulnerable yet fiercely resilient Emma Meyer. After the traumatic events of the finale, Emma is struggling to reclaim her agency and her body image, making her journey more profound than ever. Broadway brings a heartbreaking authenticity to Emma’s struggle with her powers and her eating disorder, showcasing a character whose inner strength vastly outweighs her small stature when she shrinks into Little Cricket.

Broadway continues to be the series’ emotional anchor, providing moments of genuine heart and unexpected heroism amidst the darkness. Her friendship with Marie is tested as their paths toward coping with trauma diverge, and Emma must decide if she will remain a victim of her circumstances or use her unique perspective and abilities to become a pivotal player in the fight against Vought. Her growth is both inspiring and heartbreaking to witness.

3: Maddie Phillips as Cate Dunlap

Maddie Phillips returns as the immensely powerful and tragically manipulated Cate Dunlap, whose actions in the first season finale left everyone reeling. Phillips delivers a stunning performance, exploring the devastating guilt and fractured psyche of a character who was both a victim and a victimizer. Imprisoned and powerless, Cate is forced to confront the full extent of the damage she caused under Dean Shetty’s influence.

Phillips takes Cate on a dark redemptive arc this season, grappling with whether she can ever be forgiven or even forgive herself. Her relationships with her former friends are shattered, and she must find a new path forward, potentially making her one of the most unpredictable and powerful wildcards in the battle for Godolkin’s soul. Her journey is a complex exploration of trauma, agency, and the possibility of atonement.

4: London Thor & Derek Luh as Jordan Li

London Thor and Derek Luh return as the formidable dual-bodied supe, Jordan Li. After being sidelined by Cate’s manipulation, Jordan is back with a vengeance, their ambition now tempered by a burning desire for justice and a protective fury towards their friends. Thor and Luh continue to excel in their roles, seamlessly portraying the same character with two distinct physicalities and a unified, compelling personality.

This season, Jordan’s abilities are pushed to new limits as they become a key tactical leader in the student resistance. Their journey explores the politics of power within the supe world and the personal cost of being a hero who doesn’t fit into a simple binary. Their relationship with Marie deepens into a powerful partnership forged in fire, trust, and a shared determination to expose Vought’s corruption, no matter the personal cost.

5: Asa Germann as Sam Riordan

Asa Germann returns as the unstable and incredibly powerful Sam Riordan, who has finally broken free from the Woods. Germann is terrifying and sympathetic in equal measure, portraying Sam as a volatile powder keg of rage, confusion, and childlike vulnerability. Now loose on a campus in lockdown, Sam is a chaotic force of nature that neither Vought nor the students can fully control, making him the most dangerous variable in the coming conflict.

Germann’s performance is a masterclass in portraying fractured innocence. Sam’s struggle to understand right and wrong in a world that has only ever tortured him creates moments of shocking violence and profound pathos. His connection to Emma remains his last tether to humanity, and their fractured relationship is a central, tragic love story amidst the chaos, posing the question of whether he can be saved or if he is destined to be a monster.

6: Sean Patrick Thomas as Polarity

Sean Patrick Thomas brings gravitas and complexity to the role of Polarity, the iconic Godolkin alumnus and former mentor whose legacy is now deeply tarnished. Thomas portrays a man caught between his duty to Vought, his guilt over past actions, and a paternal concern for the students he helped endanger. His character is a symbol of the compromised heroes the system produces, and his arc this season is one of difficult reckoning.

Thomas serves as a crucial link between the cynical world of “The Boys” and the idealistic hell of Godolkin. Polarity’s interactions with the students, particularly Marie and Jordan, force them to confront the harsh realities of the world they are about to enter, while also pushing him to question whether he has the courage to finally choose a side and defy the corporation that made him a star.

The Expanded Universe

The world of “Gen V” continues to collide with “The Boys” with returning appearances from Chace Crawford as the perpetually insecure Deep, Nathan Mitchell as the enigmatic new Black Noir, and Erin Moriarty as the disillusioned Starlight, whose knowledge could be a game-changer for the students. New additions include Hamish Linklater as the sinister new Dean Cipher, tasked with quashing the rebellion, and Alexander Calvert as the vile Rufus, whose return promises more trouble.

Why Gen V Season 2 Is a Must-Watch

• Darker & Grittier: The stakes are higher, the battles are bloodier, and the moral dilemmas are even more complex.

• Powerhouse Performances: The young cast delivers breathtaking, emotionally raw performances that elevate the series beyond a simple spin-off.

• Deepens The Boys’ Universe: Essential viewing for fans, providing crucial backstory and ramifications that directly impact the main series.

• Relevant Social Commentary: Continues to expertly satirize influencer culture, corporate greed, and the commodification of trauma through a superhero lens.

The Revolution Will Be Televised. Gen V Season 2 premieres September 17, 2025, exclusively on Prime Video.