Amazon is reportedly increasing “The Boys” universe with a Spanish-language spinoff set in Mexico Metropolis. The favored darkish superhero collection, primarily based on the comedian books by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson, has been successful for Amazon, and this new challenge goals to capitalize on its success.
Whereas plot particulars are being stored secret for now, sources reveal that the spinoff will likely be produced by Sony Photos Tv and Amazon MGM Studios, similar to its predecessor. The screenplay will likely be penned by Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer, recognized for his work on the upcoming DC movie “Blue Beetle.”
The unique “The Boys” creator, Erik Kripke, will function an govt producer alongside Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, James Weaver, Neal H. Moritz, and Pavun Shetty.
Diego Luna and Gael Garcia Bernal, two famend Mexican actors, are additionally anticipated to affix the challenge as govt producers below their banner, La Corriente del Golfo. Nevertheless, negotiations are nonetheless underway to finalize their involvement.
‘The Boys’ has been a fantastic success for Amazon
If the spinoff will get the inexperienced mild, it would mark the third collection in “The Boys” universe. The flagship present is about to air its fourth season in 2024, whereas the not too long ago premiered “Gen V” focuses on a university for superheroes run by Vought Worldwide. Moreover, an animated anthology collection titled “The Boys Presents: Diabolical” has already been launched on Prime Video.
This transfer is a part of Amazon’s technique to develop its streaming reveals by way of native language productions. The corporate is at present engaged on spinoffs for its high-budget spy collection “Citadel,” with plans for reveals set in India, Italy, and different places.
“The Boys” has been an enormous success for Amazon since its debut in 2019. It persistently ranks excessive on the Nielsen streaming charts, and it has acquired essential acclaim, incomes eight Emmy nominations up to now, together with one for Finest Drama Sequence in 2021.
Followers of the present are thrilled concerning the potential spinoff and are desperate to see how the world of “The Boys” will likely be expanded in Mexico. One fan expressed their pleasure, saying, “I am unable to wait to see how ‘The Boys’ tackles Mexican tradition and brings its distinctive mix of darkish humor and social commentary to Mexico Metropolis.”
