The creator of "The Boys", Eric Kripke, has responded to criticisms of the show's final season. Some outlets report that Kripke addressed fan complaints about the series finale and the season as a whole, including criticisms of "filler episodes", while others mention his reaction to online dissatisfaction. The nature and tone of Kripke's response vary across reports, with some characterizing it as blunt or defensive, and others as a breakdown of the show's creative choices.