The Boys- 20 Biggest Differences from the Comics

We're not surprised they didn't adapt everything from the comics! Welcome to WatchMojo.world and today we’re counting down our picks for the 20 biggest differences between *The Boys* comic and its TV adaptation. Beware of major spoilers for both ahead. Our countdown includes Black Noir's identity, Starlight's alliances, Hughie's appearance, and more! What difference surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments.

### Top 20 Differences Between *The Boys* Comic and TV Show

1. **Black Noir's Identity**
- **Comic**: Black Noir is a clone of Homelander created to keep him in check.
- **TV Show**: Black Noir's identity is a mystery, and he is not revealed to be Homelander’s clone.

2. **Hughie's Appearance**
- **Comic**: Hughie is modeled after actor Simon Pegg.
- **TV Show**: Jack Quaid plays Hughie, and Simon Pegg appears as Hughie's father.

3. **Starlight's Alliances**
- **Comic**: Starlight is more naive and her character development is slower.
- **TV Show**: Starlight is more proactive and independent, quickly becoming a key player in the fight against Vought.

4. **The Boys’ Dynamics**
- **Comic**: The Boys are a formal CIA-backed team with a clear hierarchy.
- **TV Show**: The team is more loosely organized and operates in a more rogue fashion.

5. **Homelander's Actions**
- **Comic**: Homelander is responsible for many heinous acts, including atrocities not depicted in the show.
- **TV Show**: While still malevolent, some of Homelander’s actions are toned down compared to the comics.

6. **Stormfront's Gender**
- **Comic**: Stormfront is a male Nazi supervillain.
- **TV Show**: Stormfront is gender-swapped to a female character with a similar backstory.

7. **The Deep’s Storyline**
- **Comic**: The Deep is a relatively minor character with less focus.
- **TV Show**: The Deep has a more expanded and sympathetic storyline, dealing with his fall from grace and attempts at redemption.

8. **Butcher's Motivation**
- **Comic**: Butcher is driven by a deep-seated hatred for all Supes due to the death of his wife.
- **TV Show**: While his motivation is similar, the show adds more complexity to his character and relationships.

9. **A-Train’s Arc**
- **Comic**: A-Train is less central to the main plot.
- **TV Show**: A-Train’s story is more fleshed out, including his struggle with addiction and his quest for redemption.

10. **V Compound Usage**
- **Comic**: The Boys themselves use Compound V to gain temporary superpowers.
- **TV Show**: The Boys do not use Compound V, focusing on their human vulnerabilities.

11. **Queen Maeve's Role**
- **Comic**: Maeve is more jaded and cynical.
- **TV Show**: Maeve is portrayed with more depth, showing her moral struggles and eventual rebellion against Homelander.

12. **The Seven’s Public Image**
- **Comic**: The Seven are openly corrupt and depraved.
- **TV Show**: The Seven maintain a carefully cr