Jared Padalecki Filming Update for Season 5 of ‘The Boys’

TORONTO, Canada — Jared Padalecki has shared a glimpse of his return to set for season 5 of the Prime Video series ‘The Boys.’ In an Instagram post, the actor provided a view from his airplane while en route to Toronto, captioning it, “Good to see you again, Toronto,” along with a hopeful note about his busy filming schedule.

Padalecki’s confirmed involvement in the series marks a significant reunion with his former ‘Supernatural‘ co-star Jensen Ackles, who portrayed Soldier Boy in season 3. Rumors of Padalecki’s participation have circulated since February when his casting was officially announced. However, details regarding his character remain under wraps.

“I hope you keep me busy up here,” Padalecki wrote, using the hashtag #theboys to confirm his arrival in Canada. The fifth season follows the show’s pattern of bringing back familiar faces, as it was also revealed that another ‘Supernatural’ star, Misha Collins, will appear in this final season.

Filming for season 5 began in November 2024 and is slated to continue into mid-2025. Although Padalecki is now on set, his late start suggests a potentially smaller role compared to other character arcs.

The final season, which is expected to premiere in 2026, builds on the dramatic stakes established in the fourth season finale, where new threats emerged for the show’s heroes. As filming progresses, it appears that Padalecki’s involvement could form part of this heightened tension.

Season 4 saw filming commence in August 2022 and conclude by April 2023, with a release following the next year in June. If the timeline for season 5 follows a similar structure, the production is progressing steadily, paving the way for future developments.

Padalecki will share the screen once again with Ackles and Collins, much to the delight of fans of the ‘Kripke-verse.’ The combined efforts of these actors are expected to enhance the series’ narrative depth, although how Padalecki’s character will interact with others is still unclear.

As the closing chapter approaches, avid viewers await further hints regarding plotlines and character dynamics. The conclusion of ‘The Boys’ promises significant confrontations that will shape the series’ legacy.