‘The Boys’ Star Antony Starr Critiques ‘Stranger Things’ Finale Approach

Antony Starr has sparked online discussions with his candid views on how television shows should conclude. The actor, renowned for his role as Homelander in ‘The Boys’, expressed his thoughts on finales that play it too safe and shy away from bold choices.

His remarks were highlighted by Wired. Although Starr did not mention any specific show, many believe he was alluding to ‘Stranger Things’, which recently wrapped up its final season. He remarked, “Something just finished – I won’t say what – and nobody died. I was just scratching my head going ‘there’s nowhere else to go this is the end of the run, kill some people!’”

The comment ignited a debate among fans. Some concur with him, arguing that major shows should embrace more risks in their concluding episodes. Conversely, others believe that not every narrative requires significant character deaths to achieve a satisfying conclusion.

‘Stranger Things’ concluded its journey on Netflix at the beginning of 2026 after years of global acclaim. The final season was released in segments, with the last episode titled “The Rightside Up.” It provided closure to the saga of Eleven and her friends, portrayed by actors such as Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, and Gaten Matarazzo. While numerous viewers appreciated the emotional finale, some felt it was overly cautious.

The series was crafted by Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer. They have indicated that the main storyline has now reached its conclusion, although new spin-offs are already in the works, including an animated series.

Simultaneously, Starr’s own series ‘The Boys’ is also nearing its conclusion. Its final season premiered in April 2026, and fans anticipate a much darker and more intense finale. His portrayal of Homelander has established him as one of the most discussed TV villains in recent years.

Beyond that series, Starr is busy with a new Netflix thriller titled ‘Breakers’, where he plays a leader in a surfing community.

His recent comments have intensified how audiences perceive finales, especially for long-running series. It has also heightened expectations for how ‘The Boys’ will conclude its narrative.

Starr raises a valid point, but it ultimately hinges on the story being told. Not every conclusion necessitates major deaths to resonate, yet taking risks can enhance a finale’s memorability. What are your thoughts? Should more shows take bold steps at the end, or is a gentler conclusion sometimes preferable? Share your opinions in the comments.