'Gen V' Creator Eric Kripke Unpacks Cipher's Big Episode 7 Twist, Charts Franchise Future After 'The Boys'

Eric Kripke Unpacks 'Gen V' Twist and Charts Franchise Future

'Gen V' co-creator Eric Kripke discusses the major twist in Episode 7, where Dr. Thomas Godolkin is revealed to be Cipher.

The episode shows Dr. Godolkin's plan to train Marie to gain healing powers, and how he tricks her into restoring him to his original form.

Dr. Godolkin removes himself from his host, Cipher, whose real name is Doug Brightbill, after Marie restores him.

Kripke also answers questions about the timeline between 'Gen V' Season 2 and 'The Boys' Season 5.

Author's summary: Eric Kripke discusses 'Gen V' twist and franchise future.

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TheWrap TheWrap — 2025-10-15

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