Summary:
- Antony Starr, who plays Homelander, believes his character would beat Superman in a fight due to his ruthless and dirty tactics.
- Starr thinks Homelander’s lack of moral restraint gives him an advantage over Superman, who always protects innocents.
- Fans can see Homelander’s brutal methods in action when The Boys season 4 premieres on June 13 on Prime Video.
The Boys’ Homelander actor Antony Starr has responded to Jack Quaid’s comments about his version of Superman from My Adventures with Superman being able to take him down in a DC/Wildstorm crossover.
Following the major cliffhanger at the end of the animated show’s first season, viewers are eagerly awaiting answers to the new threats. My Adventures with Superman season 2 is set to premiere the first two episodes on May 25, continuing the arc for the young Man of Tomorrow.
Antony Starr’s Confident Rebuttal
In a recent interview with Screen Rant about My Adventures with Superman season 2, Jack Quaid was asked if his Superman could defeat Homelander from The Boys.
Quaid confidently asserted that his Superman could take down Homelander. When Screen Rant asked Starr for his thoughts ahead of The Boys season 4, the New Zealand actor had a spirited response:
Antony Starr: “Oh, really? Is that what he thinks? Here’s why Homelander would kick Superman’s ass. There’s no Kryptonite factor, and Homie would fight so dirty. He’s the [type to go], ‘Oh, you got me!’ as he goes down and then comes up and throws sand in your eyes.”
“He’s a dirty dude, man. Whereas Superman is always like, ‘Oh, I wouldn’t do that. Oh, there’s innocent children that might get hurt.’ Homie’s going to human shield himself with the kids.”
Starr’s response highlights Homelander’s willingness to employ any tactic necessary to win, contrasting sharply with Superman’s ethical constraints and vulnerability to Kryptonite.
Starr or Quaid: Who’s Right About the Superman vs. Homelander Debate?
With both Quaid and Starr having shared their perspectives on this hypothetical battle, it raises the question of who would actually win between Superman and Homelander.
Starr points out Homelander’s ruthless and unscrupulous fighting style, which includes using any means necessary to gain the upper hand. Additionally, Homelander lacks a Kryptonite-like weakness, relying instead on his powers derived from Compound V.
On the other hand, Quaid makes a valid point about Superman’s strategic prowess. Various iterations of Superman have shown him to be highly strategic, often ensuring battles occur in environments where innocent lives aren’t at risk. Moreover, Homelander also has a soft spot for his son, Ryan, which could be leveraged by Superman.
If Warner Bros. and Prime Video ever managed to create a Superman/The Boys crossover, it would be fascinating to see how this epic showdown would unfold. An animated crossover featuring Starr and Quaid’s characters could provide a thrilling and entertaining exploration of this debate.
For now, fans can only speculate on the outcome of a potential battle between Homelander and any version of Superman, eagerly awaiting what future developments might bring.
