Will There Be a 'Gen V' Season 3? What We Know | Marie Claire
Here's what we know about the complicated future of the Prime Video hit.
www.marieclaire.comHere’s the latest on Gen V season 3 as of now.
Short answer
- There isn’t an official renewal announcement for Gen V season 3 yet, but creators have publicly stated there is a plan for a third season and they’re waiting on viewership to justify it. Several outlets in late 2025 and early 2026 discussed the likelihood of a renewal, with indications that Amazon is watching metrics carefully.
Context and what’s influencing renewal
- Gen V concluded its second season with strong momentum, and the show’s creators have signaled they have a concrete plan for a potential Season 3. The decision hinges on how many viewers tune in for Season 2 and sustain engagement, a traditional factor for streaming renewals.
- Industry coverage in late 2025 and 2026 suggested a strategic outlook where the Gen V team would proceed with Season 3 if audience numbers justify it, with some posts noting a plan in place and a probable delay linked to scheduling and production timelines.
What to expect if it happens
- If Gen V Season 3 is greenlit, it’s expected to align with The Boys universe’s broader timeline, potentially including a time jump and unfolding in parallel with or after the events of The Boys’ later seasons. The creative team has discussed opportunities to expand the universe and explore new facets of character power dynamics.
- Release timing is uncertain; some outlets have floated 2027 as a potential window due to production demands (visual effects, localization, etc.), but this is speculative and contingent on renewal and scheduling.
What I’d monitor next
- An official renewal announcement from Prime Video or Amazon Studios.
- Public comments from showrunner Eric Kripke and executive producers about production timelines and storytelling plans for Season 3.
- Nielsen/streaming metrics and Prime Video chart performance for Gen V post-season 2, as these numbers appear to influence the renewal decision.
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date articles and summarize their key quotes, or track any official statements as they’re published.