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Critics argue that such reactions reinforce an exclusive, left-leaning echo chamber that dismisses viewers with differing political views. This approach risks alienating a broader audience that might otherwise appreciate the show's entertainment value but feels unwelcome due to perceived ideological gatekeeping.
The Boys and Audience Reception
Many fans and critics have noted a decline in The Boys' popularity, particularly by the time of its third season. Viewership numbers reportedly dropped, and some attribute this to the show's increasingly partisan tone. The series' overt political messaging, combined with its casting of fans and critics as enemies, has turned off viewers who prefer entertainment that does not preach or alienate.