Welcome back to "Small Screen Couch Commentary" with your favorite hosts, Alex and Billy! This week, we're diving into the explosive premiere of "The Boys" Season 4, Episode 1, titled "Department of Dirty Tricks." Get ready for a wild ride as Homelander's antics reach new heights, and The Boys face their toughest challenges yet.
In this season opener, we find Homelander more unhinged than ever. Fresh off his public murder spree, his trial kicks off with a bang. Homelander's his supporters only grow more fervent despite his blatant crimes.
Meanwhile, Billy Butcher and Hughie Campbell are on a mission to take down Victoria Neuman, the secret supe with ambitions for higher office. The Boys' plans to take down Neuman go sideways very quickly and we eventually see who gave the order to eliminate her.
Homelander’s midlife crisis takes center stage, leading to some hilariously dark moments. From inspecting his white pubic hairs to "testing" the yes-men that surround him, Homelander eventually gets fed up and seeks advice from a new source.
New characters join the fray, including Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s mysterious Joe Kessler. Alex speculates on his potential role, while Billy is just excited to see another badass join Butcher’s crew. The return of Hughie’s mom and the introduction of a new Black Noir add even more twists to the story, giving our hosts plenty to discuss.
As chaos erupts at a Starlighter rally, orchestrated by Homelander and his new advisor, Sage, the episode reaches a fever pitch. Alex and Billy analyze Sage’s manipulative tactics, as they ponder her true motives and what she stands to gain from all this chaos.
Join Alex and Billy for a hilarious and insightful breakdown of "Department of Dirty Tricks." Whether you're here for the political satire, the over-the-top violence, or the sharp commentary, this episode of "Small Screen Couch Commentary" has it all. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready for another outrageous season of "The Boys"!
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