Wikimedia Commons/The Boys Season 5 TV The Boys Season 5, Episode 5 offers a surprising glimpse of Butcher's humanity amid his dark descent, addressing fears he's becoming the new Homelander. May 4, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Boys Season 5, Episode 5 addresses the growing concerns surrounding Butcher's character arc, albeit through an unconventional approach. Following the dark trajectory set at the end of Season 4, Butcher's descent into a ruthless anti-hero has intensified, raising questions about how much of his original self remains.