The Boys season 4 conclusion provided plenty of thrilling teases for what would happen in season 5, but it also laid the stage for the ideal appearance in Gen V season 2.

The spinoff series has numerous essential linkages to its original series, with the show’s Supe virus playing a significant role in The Boys’ most recent season. The ending of Gen V season 1 featured a Homelander cameo, with him attacking Marie, resulting in the main protagonists being locked away in a mysterious room with no doors or windows by an invisible force.

However, the flagship series has its own direct links outside of the virus plot, with Sam and Cate appearing as one of Homelander’s allies in season 4, episode 5. They come again at the end of The Boys season 4, attacking Frenchie and Kimiko as the group splits up following Victoria Neuman’s death. While their visits in The Boys were brief, they may have ushered in a character from the main series to appear in Gen V season 2.

Frenchie’s Fate In The Boys Season 4 Means He Can Show Up In Gen V Season 2

Frenchie Was Taken By Sam & Cate

When Sam and Cate ambushed Frenchie and Kimiko in The Boys season 4 finale, they were able to capture both for Vought. With Sam holding Kimiko back, Cate used her power of suggestion to persuade Frenchie into the van. Now that he is under her control, he travels gladly, just one of many team members who have been imprisoned. Since the Godolkin-based couple is projected to emerge again in Gen V season 2, her controlling Frenchie now has the potential to feature in the spinoff.

Gen V‘s cameos from The Boys have always been small aspects of the spinoff, sometimes serving a story purpose, but without making their plotlines too reliant on one another’s. Examples include how various Supes in the Seven appeared during in-universe commercials and promotional material, as well as Butcher learning about the virus in the season 1 finale’s post-credits scene. Because of these small moments the show has already had, Frenchie could easily appear thanks to his new connection to Cate. As for how he would show up, there are a number of possibilities that would explain his presence.

How Frenchie Can Appear In Gen V Season 2

His Appearance Can Set Up The Boys Season 5

While Frenchie was brainwashed by Cate to go with Vought willingly, the manipulation would wear off at some point because he was simply instructed to leave with them. However, if the company has other motives for brainwashing him, Cate would need to continue using her powers on him. While it’s unclear why Vought would need Frenchie under her control for such a lengthy period of time, the potential means he could easily make an appearance in Gen V season 2 while under her control.

If Frenchie does show up in Gen V, it would probably be for a brief cameo, similar to appearances by most of the other characters from The Boys in the spinoff. This way, whatever happens to him in the show won’t be detrimental to how his story will progress in the main series. It would also be an easy way to lead into The Boys season 5, partially establishing what Vought has captured the team for without prying focus away from Marie and her friends. The two series would be more closely tied without any negative repercussions.

Gen V Season 2 Is Way More Likely To Overlap With The Boys Now

The Stories Can Cross Over Much Easier Now

The Boys’ Supe virus, which originated in Generation V, now plays a significant role in both series’ narratives. As Homelander plans to intern his adversaries, Marie and the Godolkin pupils may encounter characters from the main show.This includes Frenchie, who may become a rare case if Cate continues to brainwash him throughout Generation V season 2. His appearance could also indicate how much the globe has changed since the martial law went into effect.

The ending of The Boys season 4 was a fantastic way to set up the final season. However, there is now a possibility that Frenchie will appear in Generation V to better tie both series together. With Cate and Sam as valued allies, their involvement in Homelander’s ambitions may enhance the connection between the two shows. Gen V may provide convincing explanations to what happened to everyone in the main show, since Cate may still be brainwashing Frenchie for a more sinister purpose.