TMDb/Broke Straight Boys TV Discover how The Boys comic defied DC, sparked a TV phenomenon, and satirizes superhero culture with sharp, irreverent humor. April 15, 2026 AceShowbiz - Before The Boys even debuted as a TV series, it distinguished itself by openly mocking the dominant superhero movies and shows of the era. The original comic book series by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson faced early opposition; it was canceled after just six issues by Wildstorm because its anti-superhero themes clashed with the parent company DC Comics' policies.