The Boys Season 4 Episode 3 "We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying Here"

Small Screen Couch Commentary: The Boys

Welcome back to "Small Screen Couch Commentary" with your favorite hosts, Alex and Billy! In this episode, we're diving into the chaotic and darkly humorous world of "The Boys" Season 4, Episode 3, titled "We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying Here." Prepare for an episode filled with political rallies, family drama, and some truly bizarre moments.

The episode kicks off with a Vought rally, where Homelander riles up his followers with a speech about "real Americans" and introduces the newest members of the Seven, Firecracker and Sister Sage. Alex and Billy laugh at the absurdity of Homelander's rhetoric and the over-the-top reactions of his supporters.

At Butcher’s apartment, he and Kessler watch the rally and discuss their plan to sedate and rescue Ryan. Alex and Billy discuss the complexities of Butcher’s decisions, and whether or not Kessler is a good guy who might do bad things, or a bad guy all together.

Meanwhile, at Vought Tower, Homelander’s interactions with Firecracker and Sister Sage reveal internal tensions. Firecracker’s controversial statements and Sage’s manipulations add layers to the team dynamics. Alex and Billy break down these character interactions with humor and insight, speculating on Sage’s true motives.

The episode takes a serious turn as Hughie confronts his mother at the hospital, and Frenchie deals with his own demons. Alex and Billy explore the emotional weight of these scenes, while also finding moments of levity in Frenchie’s bizarre hallucinations and Kimiko’s badassery.

Back at Vought Tower, Ryan is introduced to a fighting game and gets a surprise message from Butcher who manages to then lure him for a meeting face to face. The interaction between Butcher and Ryan is both touching and tense with Butcher backtracking on his original plans and choosing to find another way to move forward.

The climax at Vought on Ice is a standout moment, with Homelander’s sudden violence leading to chaos on the ice. Billy and Alex’s commentary on the scene’s ridiculousness provide a perfect blend of humor and insight.

Join Alex and Billy as they unpack the thrills and chills of "We'll Keep the Red Flag Flying Here." From political satire to family drama, this episode has it all. So grab your popcorn, settle in, and enjoy another wild ride with "Small Screen Couch Commentary"!