Part 6/9:
Audience Dissatisfaction and Ratings Deterioration
The backlash isn't limited to fan comment sections but is reflected concretely in ratings. Critics and viewers alike have grown weary of the show's overt politics, with some arguing that it's turning viewers against the series rather than engaging them.
In fact, Season 3's high promotional efforts could not prevent the show from being outperformed by other streaming series. The Terminal List, starring Chris Pratt, proved to be a streaming juggernaut, pulling in over 1.5 billion minutes watched, surpassing The Boys in viewership despite The Boys’ reputation and hype.