Jensen Ackles, the actor who plays Ben/Soldier Boy in The Boys franchise, recently spoke about the upcoming prequel series Vought Rising at the Creation Entertainment’s The Road So Far… The Road Ahead: Creation Novi, Michigan, convention. The prequel series will premiere on Prime Video and is a coming-of-age story for Soldier Boy, exploring his journey and vulnerabilities.
What Ackles Shared About The Series
Ackles explained that Vought Rising will offer a fresh perspective on the Vought world because it’s the origin story. He also mentioned that Soldier Boy will be trying to figure out who he is and what he will become, making it a coming-of-age story for him.
The series will delve into Soldier Boy’s past and insecurities, giving fans a glimpse into his vulnerable side. Ackles said, “It’s a coming-of-age story for him that will explore his journey. He’s had decades to mask that and build up his exterior. This is peeling all that away, showing more vulnerability, I think.”
Diving into Soldier Boy’s History
Ackles also joked about his character’s last name, saying it could be Boy. Vought Rising, set in the 1950s, will primarily focus on Soldier Boy and Aya Cash’s Stormfront. The series doesn’t have an official release date yet, but fans are eagerly waiting for more information.
The actor discussed the show’s focus on the character’s coming-of-age journey, saying that as a young soldier, Soldier Boy hasn’t had decades to build up his gruff exterior. The show will peel back the layers to show a more vulnerable side of the character, exploring his insecurities and journey to self-discovery.
The show will also delve into Soldier Boy’s past, revealing more about his backstory and the events that shaped him into the person he is today. With Ackles’ enthusiasm for the project, fans are eagerly anticipating the release of Vought Rising.
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