Fan Shows up as Homelander to Superman Screening, Antony Starr Reacts

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At a showing for DCU’s Superman, an audience member donned a costume reminiscent of Homelander from The Boys. This drew a reaction directly from Antony Starr, the actor who portrays Homelander. The Boys offers a unique take on the superhero genre by portraying superpowered beings as morally questionable, self-centered, and even psychopathic at times. John/Homelander is frequently characterized as a sinister reimagining of Superman.

Antony Starr shares story of fan dressed as Homelander in Superman screening

I stumbled upon an intriguing video online where a fellow admirer of James Gunn’s Superman was spotted at a screening, donning the iconic blue suit and red-and-white striped cape. The cherry on top? They carried a milk bottle, subtly hinting at a nod to Homelander’s peculiar fondness for that particular beverage.

This incited Starr to post positively about the fan on social media platforms. The performer uploaded the video onto their Instagram Stories along with a message: “This is something everyone should aim for. More individuals should attend events dressed as opponents. It’s a classy gesture.

It appears that the video was spread without the fan’s direct sharing, yet it managed to capture the attention of a broad viewership. This group also includes the actor who plays the role the fan is emulating in the video.

Eric Kripke, the mastermind behind “The Boys”, originally conceptualized the series based on the graphic novel series of the same name penned by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson. In the original work, Homelander exhibits a similar blend of self-absorption and lack of empathy.

Intriguingly, during his time at DC Comics, Ennis penned a reverential interpretation of Superman in his stint with the Hitman comics. It’s worth noting that Ennis and artist John McCrea collaborated to bring the character of Hitman, or Tommy Monagha, to life.

The Amazon Prime Video series “The Boys” first aired on July 26, 2019. Subsequently, seasons 2, 3, and 4 were released on September 4, 2020; June 3, 2022; and June 13, 2024, respectively. The fifth and concluding season of the show is scheduled to air in the year 2026.

Regarding Superman, it features David Corenswet portraying the legendary superhero. This film is set to debut today, specifically on July 11, across cinemas in the United States.

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2025-07-11 13:46