The New Identity Of Talking Black Noir in “The Boys” Season 4

Black Noir, previously known for his mute character, finally speaks up in The Boys, Season 4.

Black Noir, a member of The Seven, is a mute superhero in a dark costume in the Amazon series The Boys.

During Season 3, the original Black Noir meets his demise after confronting Homelander, who learns that Soldier Boy is actually his biological father.

Similarly, the mystifying Black Noir breaks his silence and speaks in Season 4, episodes 1-4.

While Vought has replaced the original Black Noir with an actor, his new identity remains undisclosed.

Replacement of Mute Black Noir to Talking Black Noir In “The Boys”

In previous seasons, Black Noir was known for his silence, never uttering a word.

However, the latest season took an unexpected turn as actor Nathan Mitchell stepped into the role, giving voice to the once-mute character.

Despite this change in his behavior, Black Noir still wears the familiar suit and mask, maintaining an air of mystery.

The show cleverly keeps the new Noir’s identity in secrecy, and hints suggest that he might be a strategically placed actor by Vought.

In Episode 3, the new Noir chastises Ashley Barrett and reveals that he studied performing arts at Godolkin University.

Although this changes, Nathan Mitchell seamlessly continues to portray the character.

Interestingly, Season 4 diverges from Garth Ennis’ comics regarding Black Noir’s backstory. While sharing some traits, the show takes a different path.

On the contrary, Black Noir is a clone of Homelander, designed to eliminate the real Homelander in the original Comics. However, the TV adaptation charts its own course.

Regardless of the backstory, the new Noir wields similar powers, making him a valuable asset to The Seven.

Thus, the once-silent Black Noir now speaks, adding exotic to the twisted world of superheroes.

Original Black Noir’s Silence And Intense Confrontation

Black Noir, known for his mysterious silence throughout the series, finally reveals its reason in the Season 3 Finale.

In the 1980s, Noir was part of the superhero team Playback alongside Soldier Boy.

However, when Stan Edgar approaches him with an offer to betray Soldier Boy, Noir agrees.

This decision leads to a brutal attack by Soldier Boy, leaving Noir scarred and disfigured.6

As a consequence, he suffers a loss of brain function, reducing his mental capacity to that of a seven-year-old.

The climactic moment occurs when Black Noir discovers that Soldier Boy is Homelander’s father.

Noir confirms the truth when Homelander confronts him about this secret, and their friendship breaks, resulting in a brutal confrontation that silences him forever.