AceShowbiz - As the popular Prime Video series The Boys approaches its fifth and final season, the story of one of its iconic characters is just beginning. Jensen Ackles, who first appeared as the cryogenically frozen Supe Soldier Boy in Season 3, is set to return in the new prequel series Vought Rising.

Unlike the modern-day setting fans are accustomed to, Vought Rising will explore Soldier Boy’s origins, taking place in the 1950s. Ackles described the show as a period piece that maintains the core elements that make The Boys successful, but with a fresh approach to storytelling and format.

Speaking to Collider, Ackles revealed that his character will feel like "an analog man in a digital world," highlighting Soldier Boy’s struggle as a “fish out of water” in this earlier timeframe. This angle offers a unique perspective on a character previously seen in a contemporary context.

Furthermore, Ackles teased that the series is expected to span "multiple seasons," signaling an extensive exploration of Soldier Boy’s backstory and the era he inhabits. This expansion promises to deepen the lore of the The Boys universe and provide fans with new layers to a familiar character.

While the main series prepares to conclude, Vought Rising aims to deliver a bold, period-specific narrative that will enrich the overall mythos of the franchise. With Ackles at the forefront, viewers can anticipate a compelling blend of action and character-driven drama set against the backdrop of the 1950s superhero world.