Welcome to an all new edition of Parlay Points, the complementary blog to the ODPH podcast. For this edition, we’re taking a look at a brand new show that will tide over fans of one of Prime Video’s biggest shows until its’ season 3 premiere. Amazon Studios’ “The Boys: Diabolical” just hit streaming on March 4th. It’s an animated series set in the insane world of “The Boys”, the smash TV show spawning from the comic created by Garth Ennis & Darick Robertson. The ODPH was allowed early screening access to this show. Let’s see what this is all about, shall we?
Photo Credit: Amazon Studios/Prime Video
*** POTENTIAL SPOILER WARNING ***
The show is 8 individual episodes done in various animation styles. Easiest comparison is “Star Wars: Visions” with how it’ set up. That is 100% the end of comparisons with that show. “Diabolical” has some absolutely mind blowing creativity going on with the likes of Seth Rogan, Awkwafina, Aisha Tyler, Andy Samberg & others bringing the world on Vought to the masses. The series captures the essence of the comic to the letter. It’s not for the faint of heart. It’s blunt, crude and in your face with some calmer moments mixed in (but not that much). It’s also very NSFW, with over the top violence when it happens. This should be a no-brainer if you’ve ever read/seen “The Boys”, but get ready if you haven’t.
“One Plus One Equals Two” is all about Homelander’s first mission.It shows a very different version of The Seven’s strongest member & gave great insight to his character you see now on the show. “I’m Your Pusher” is the most traditional “Boys” story you’ll see on “Diabolical.” “BFF’s” is one of the wilder episodes you’ll see here. Written by Awkwafina, this is the episode most fans will be raving about. It’s one of the more happier stories told on this show, but DAMN, when getting powers goes wrong…all I will say.
Speaking of that topic, My favorite episode of “The Boys: Diabolical” is “An Animated Short Where Pissed-Off Supes Kill Their Parents.” Usually when characters in comics get powers, the majority of them look completely normal after. It’s when they go wrong, it presents a great opportunity to tell a different story. This episode shows that chance and really runs with it. Trust me when I say this: You will never listen to Hootie & The Blowfish “I Only Wanna be With You” the same way after this.
Overall, “The Boys: Diabolical” brings the crazy & feel of the hit Amazon Studios show to animation without skipping a beat. It’s a fun watch that really allows for some very creative takes on the world of the Seven. The animation style is different for each show so there is literally something for everyone here. Hopefully, we will get a season 2 at some point. It’s well worth the watch. Check it out ASAP!
“The Boys: Diabolical” airs on Prime Video starting March 4th
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Thanks again to Amazon Studios for the early screener access & thank you for reading!