The bell’s about to ring, students. A new season of “Gen V” is just around the corner, and if you need a refresher before it arrives, we’ve got you covered — Looper’s recap video will ensure you’re up to date on all things “Gen V” so you’re ready for Season 2 without any hesitation.

The first season of “Gen V” showcased the life at Godolkin University School of Crimefighting, where young Supes refine and control their powers. Students focus on climbing the university’s ranking system: The top performers get a chance to join Vought International and become one of The Seven, the corporation’s influential (and secretly corrupt) superteam. Marie Moreau (Jaz Sinclair) is the central character, wielding the ability to manipulate blood in a grisly manner. While initially set on joining The Seven, Marie quickly unravels a sinister conspiracy.

Season 1 performed excellently on streaming charts: It premiered on September 29, 2023, and by the finale on November 3, it became the second-most streamed show on any platform. “Gen V” also excelled on Rotten Tomatoes with a nearly perfect Certified Fresh score of 97%. What’s next for the spin-off? Season 2 will reportedly continue from the end of Season 1, bringing more excitement for “The Boys” enthusiasts.

In the last encounter, Marie was detained in a secure hospital with Jordan (Derek Luh/London Thor), Emma (Lizze Broadway), and Andre (Chance Perdomo) nearby. They were falsely blamed for Sam (Asa Germann) and Cate (Maddie Phillips)’s actions, who liberated Supes in the woods and attempted to eliminate all non-Supes on campus. Although Marie tried to intervene, Homelander (Antony Starr) attacked her with his heat vision, accusing her of betrayal. The media painted Cate and Sam as heroes, but Billy Butcher (Karl Urban) is investigating the woods mystery, seen in a mid-credits scene.

“Gen V” Season 2 trailers indicate that Marie and her friends will return to Godolkin. A new dean they recognize is committed to training students like soldiers, following Homelander’s vision for a Supe-first society. There will be significant crossover with “The Boys” — it’s Starlight (Erin Moriarty) who persuades Marie to return to school to collect information, while Cate and Sam now have Frenchie (Tomer Capone) and Kimiko (Karen Fukuhara) as captives.

The upcoming Season 2 introduces new cast members including Keeya King, Stephen Kalyn, Julia Knope, Stacey McGunnigle, Tait Fletcher, Wyatt Dorion, Hamish Linklater, and Georgie Murphy. The role of Andre won’t be recast following Chance Perdomo’s tragic passing in a motorcycle accident in 2024. The creators have shaped Season 2 around this loss, intending it as “a tribute to Chance Perdomo,” according to Sean Patrick Thomas, who plays Andre’s father Polarity. He expressed to TVLine, “Hopefully, we do him justice.”

If you want to brush up on your “Gen V” knowledge before Season 2 debuts on Prime Video on September 17, make sure to check out our video above.