HC
Hughie Campbell
Trying to stop Neuman’s rise while dealing with his father’s medical crisis and the return of his mother.
ClearStory COMPLETE SEASON GUIDE · SEASON 4 · EPISODE 4
THE BOYS
Wisdom of the Ages
The setup
Homelander revisits the place where he was raised. Hughie faces a decision about his father’s treatment while Firecracker targets Annie’s public reputation.
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AS
Annie January
No longer Starlight, but struggling with her identity while leading a movement opposing Homelander.
HL
Homelander
Consolidating power at Vought and preparing Ryan for a future above ordinary humans.
FC
Firecracker
A conspiracy broadcaster recruited into the Seven and driven by an old grievance against Annie.
MM
Mother’s Milk
Now leads the Boys and tries to keep their CIA mission controlled and lawful.
K
Kimiko
Confronting trauma linked to the Shining Light Liberation Army while supporting Frenchie.
F
Frenchie
His guilt over people he killed threatens his relationship with Colin and his place in the team.
HC
Hugh Campbell Sr.
Hughie’s father, critically ill after a stroke and exposed to Compound V.
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Key story points
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Content note: Torture, extreme gore, euthanasia, dementia, medical trauma, grief and strong language.
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