Shows similar to The Boys

With a focus on a dysfunctional family of adopted superheroes, The Umbrella Academy delves into the challenges of living up to heroic expectations while dealing with personal demons, similar to how The Boys addresses the dark side of hero worship.

Based on the comic by Robert Kirkman, Invincible offers a gritty, mature take on the superhero genre with a young hero facing the complexities of a world where good and evil are not easily distinguished. Fans of The Boys would appreciate its similarly dark and violent deconstruction of superhero tropes.

With a quirky and bizarre cast of characters, Doom Patrol offers a subversive look at heroism and personal trauma. Viewers who enjoy The Boys for its character depth and ability to push boundaries will find a similar experience here.

Offering a grittier take on the Teen Titans from DC Comics, Titans presents young heroes struggling with their identities and moral choices. Fans of The Boys' intense action and character conflicts might enjoy this darker interpretation of young adulthood and heroism.

This HBO series serves as a sequel to the iconic graphic novel and deals with deep, political themes wrapped in a superhero narrative. Watchmen's grounded and thought-provoking approach to vigilantism and morality is in line with the adult themes presented in The Boys.

Developed by the same team behind The Boys, Preacher brings together dark humor, violence, and a critical look at religious and supernatural beliefs. Its irreverent tone and willingness to shock audiences make it a kindred spirit to The Boys.