Eric Kripke Celebrates Elon Musk’s ‘Pathetic’ Response to ‘The Boys’ Series Finale: ‘I’ll Never Get a Better Review’
Eric Kripke has expressed delight over Elon Musk's critical response to the finale of 'The Boys'. Musk described the ending as 'pathetic', which Kripke interpreted as a compliment to the show's portrayal of the character Homelander. The series concluded with a dramatic scene where Homelander is defeated and begs for his life.
- ▪Elon Musk criticized the finale of 'The Boys', calling it 'pathetic'.
- ▪Eric Kripke celebrated Musk's response, viewing it as a high praise for the show's conclusion.
- ▪The series finale featured a dramatic scene where Homelander is killed by Billy Butcher.
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Home > Creative Content > TV Shows Eric Kripke Celebrates Elon Musk’s ‘Pathetic’ Response to ‘The Boys’ Series Finale: ‘I’ll Never Get a Better Review’ The billionaire was not happy with Homelander’s ending Jacob Bryant May 21, 2026 @ 11:57 AM Share on Social Media Share on Facebook Share on X (formerly Twitter) Share on LinkedIn Share on Email "The Boys" (Credit: Prime Video) Eric Kripke is celebrating the fact that Elon Musk found Homelander’s ending in “The Boys” to be a bit “pathetic.” The hit Prime Video series wrapped up its fifth and final season this week and, as with all endings, everyone had an opinion.
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