Antony Starr Bids Farewell to Homelander With Spoiler-Heavy Behind-the-Scenes Photos
Homelander actor shares emotional Instagram farewell with 13 behind-the-scenes photos and makeup removal footage from his final scenes. Starr's spoiler-filled post shows him joking with cast mates after five years playing TV's most memed villain.
The Boys star Antony Starr has bid an emotional farewell to his iconic Homelander character with a spoiler-heavy Instagram post featuring 13 behind-the-scenes photos and a makeup removal video. Posted just days after the series finale aired, Starr's goodbye captures his final moments as the twisted superhero after five years of playing television's most memed villain.
Warning! Spoilers for The Boys series finale follow.
Key Takeaways
- Antony Starr posted 13 behind-the-scenes photos and a video on Instagram bidding farewell to his Homelander character after The Boys series finale.
- The Instagram post contains spoilers showing Starr's scarred makeup from Homelander's final scene where Butcher attacks him with a crowbar.
- Starr played Homelander for five years since The Boys premiered in 2019, becoming one of the most memed characters in modern television.
- The farewell post shows Starr with co-stars Jack Quaid, Karl Urban, and Karen Fukuhara during their final filming days.
- UAE viewers can watch The Boys series finale on Prime Video, the same platform that aired all five seasons globally.
What Antony Starr's farewell post revealed
Starr's Instagram post opens with a cathartic video of him peeling off the gory makeup from Homelander's final scene — the scarred look viewers saw when Butcher plunged a crowbar into his skull. "Ok I feel like spoilers aren't really a thing now but…spoilers," Starr wrote in his caption, acknowledging the post's spoiler-heavy nature.
The 13 accompanying photos show Starr joking around with co-stars including Jack Quaid (Hughie), Karl Urban (Butcher), and Karen Fukuhara (Kimiko) during their final filming days. Some of the funnier shots feature him in full Homelander gear while cradling what appears to be a life-sized replica of his post-crowbar character — a surprisingly wholesome moment given the brutal context.
"Last [behind the scenes] from the epic conclusion of the trauma created baby man wrapped monster suit that was Homie," Starr captioned the post. "Love to all the cast, crew and fans. It's been a hell of a ride."
The end of an era for television's most twisted superhero
With The Boys, Antony Starr sharing spoiler-heavy content creates extra buzz and excitement around the finale, while also frustrating some fans who prefer major moments to stay hidden and making the backlash feel partly amplified by how online fandoms react to spoilers today. The post arrives as fans process the end of a character who became genuinely iconic — not just for his terrifying portrayal of corrupted power, but for the endless memes he spawned.
We’re getting the last Homelander meme this Wednesday 💔💔 pic.twitter.com/MEiwGntFtc
— duck (@ExtremeBlitz__) May 19, 2026
Starr has embodied Homelander since The Boys premiered in 2019, transforming what could have been a one-note villain into a complex, terrifying, and oddly sympathetic character. Through milk-guzzling scenes, god-complex monologues, and that unnerving smile, he created what feels like one of the most memed characters in modern fiction.
The series finale saw the once all-powerful supervillain stripped of his abilities as Butcher's crew finally completed their supe-killing mission — a gruesome but satisfying conclusion to five years of escalating violence and political satire.
Where UAE fans can catch up on The Boys
UAE viewers who want to experience Homelander's complete journey can stream all five seasons on Prime Video, which offers the same global release schedule for the region. The platform has been the exclusive home for the series since its debut, making it easily accessible for local audiences without the usual regional delays that plague other streaming releases.
For those catching up or rewatching, the show's blend of superhero satire and political commentary has remained consistently brutal throughout its run, with the final season maintaining the same uncompromising approach that made it a streaming phenomenon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Antony Starr post about The Boys finale?
Antony Starr posted spoiler-heavy behind-the-scenes photos and a video on Instagram, showing his Homelander makeup removal and cast interactions after filming wrapped on the series finale.
When did The Boys series finale air?
The Boys series finale aired earlier this week on Prime Video, marking the end of the five-season superhero satire that began in 2019.
Will Antony Starr return as Homelander?
It's currently unclear if Starr will have another opportunity to play Homelander, as The Boys has concluded its main storyline with the series finale.
Where can UAE viewers watch The Boys?
UAE viewers can stream all five seasons of The Boys on Prime Video, which offers the complete series with the same global release schedule and Arabic subtitle options.
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