Top 5 Times The Boys Mercilessly Roasted Real-Life Events
We all have to admit, The Boys is at its finest when it's making fun of real life.
The Boys has gained attention not just for its thrilling storyline and unique characters, but also for its clever way of mocking real-life situations. Let's remember the most hilarious of those parodies.
5. Disney Plus Parody
In a world filled with streaming services, Vought, the fictional company in The Boys, introduces its own streaming platform that bears a striking resemblance to Disney Plus.
The commercial for this service mirrors Disney Plus advertisements, from its visual style to the dialogue used.
Just like Disney Plus, Vought's streaming service offers a plethora of superhero content along with other media, but with a bit of added spice.
4. Reality TV
Reality TV shows dominate our screens, but The Boys reminds us that not everything on these shows is real.
Vought's reality TV series aims to find a new superhero to join The Seven, and while it follows the reality TV formula, it doesn't shy away from showcasing the staged nature of such programs.
Rehearsed lines, dramatic twists, staged setups, and over-the-top elements are all parodied, reminiscent of popular reality shows like The Bachelor.
3. Chimps Don't Cry
Remember that heart-wrenching ASPCA commercial that made us reach for the remote? The Boys adds a subtle jab by creating a parody.
In the show, Crimson Countess presents a music video called Chimps Don't Cry, reminiscent of the ASPCA commercial.
It hilariously exaggerates the original's emotional impact with over-the-top lyrics, comical scenes of the Crimson Countess attempting elegance, and images of chimps in cages.
2. Gal Gadot
In 2020, Gal Gadot and several celebrities released a video where they sang John Lennon's Imagine to bring hope to people during challenging times. The Boys couldn't resist poking fun at this celebrity ensemble.
The Deep attempts to create a similar video, emphasizing unity in the face of supposed supervillain attacks. He even sings the same song, playfully satirizing the original video.
1. Pepsi Ad
A-Train, an intriguing character known for his questionable actions, becomes the subject of his own meme-worthy advertisement campaign. The Boys parodies the infamous 2017 Pepsi commercial featuring Kendall Jenner.
In this version, A-Train takes Jenner's place, making a few adjustments and replacing the Pepsi with one of his drinks. The result is a hilarious take on the original ad, which garnered attention for all the wrong reasons.