The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 Brings Back Mister Marathon on Prime Video
Jared Padalecki joins The Boys as Mister Marathon, the original Seven speedster who A-Train replaced. Eric Kripke promises more than a cameo, calling it a "meaty role that really turns the story" in Episode 5.
The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 releases next week on Prime Video, bringing back Mister Marathon — the original Seven speedster who lost his spot to A-Train. According to Eric Kripke's interview with Entertainment Weekly, Jared Padalecki plays the returning character alongside Jensen Ackles' Soldier Boy.
Key Takeaways
- The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 releases next week on Prime Video with Mister Marathon's return
- Jared Padalecki plays Mister Marathon, the original Seven speedster replaced by A-Train due to aging
- Eric Kripke promises a 'meaty, fun role that really turns the story' for the character
- The episode also features Jensen Ackles' Soldier Boy and Misha Collins' mystery character
- UAE viewers can watch the episode on Prime Video the same week as global release
Who is Mister Marathon in The Boys?
Mister Marathon was The Seven's original super-fast member before A-Train replaced him due to aging and decreased speed. The character has only been mentioned in passing until now, but Kripke confirms this isn't just a throwaway cameo.
"He used to be at Seven Tower, he was in that conference room, he was a part of the lore," Kripke explained. The showrunner wanted to give Padalecki a role that contrasts with his typically wholesome characters, describing Mister Marathon as a "coke-blowing scumbag" who's refreshingly sleazy.
What role does Mister Marathon play in Episode 5?
Eric Kripke teased that Mister Marathon's return is "more than a cameo," promising "a meaty, fun role that really turns the story." The character appears alongside Soldier Boy and Misha Collins' mystery character in what sounds like a pivotal episode.
A TV spot already showed Mister Marathon taking a punch from Soldier Boy, so expect conflict between the former Seven members. Whether he's returning to replace A-Train, working with Billy Butcher, or holds crucial information about V-One remains to be seen.
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When and where to watch in UAE
UAE viewers can watch The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 on Prime Video next week, with the same global release schedule. The episode continues The Boys Season 5's run towards what Kripke describes as an anxiety-inducing finale.
For those catching up or rewatching, all five seasons remain available on Prime Video in the UAE with no regional delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Mister Marathon in The Boys?
Mister Marathon was the original speedster of The Seven before being replaced by A-Train due to aging and decreased speed. He was a part of Seven Tower's inner circle but had only been mentioned, never shown, until now.
When does The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 release?
The Boys Season 5 Episode 5 releases next week on Prime Video. While no specific date has been confirmed, episodes typically drop on Thursday evenings in the UAE.
Who plays Mister Marathon in The Boys Season 5?
Jared Padalecki plays Mister Marathon in The Boys Season 5 Episode 5. He's best known for playing Sam Winchester in Supernatural alongside Jensen Ackles.
Why is Mister Marathon returning to The Boys?
Eric Kripke confirmed this isn't just a cameo, promising "a meaty, fun role that really turns the story." The character's return may connect to ongoing plot threads involving The Seven, V-One, or the conflict with Homelander.
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