Reviving Boyd’s Abandoned Storyline: Key Set-Ups from Season 4 That Deserve Attention

Warning: Spoilers for From Season 3 are included in this article. From Season 4 is poised to revisit an unresolved storyline from Season 3, primarily focusing on Boyd Stevens (Harold Perrineau) and the ominous presence of the monsters. Season 3 heightened the stakes, exposing the characters to significant threats from these creatures. This intensification was evident from the very first episode, where the monsters orchestrated a horrifying encounter by releasing farm animals at night, setting a deadly trap for Boyd and Tian-Chen Liu (Elizabeth Moy) upon their return to the barn. One of the series’ most harrowing moments unfolded when a monster brutally killed Tian-Chen, leaving Boyd to witness the atrocity helplessly.

The threat from the monsters escalated in the fourth episode, resulting in the brutal demise of paramedics immediately after their arrival in Town with Tabitha Matthews (Catalina Sandino Moreno). The season wrapped up with a chilling revelation: the creature growing inside Fatima (Pegah Ghafoori) throughout the season was a Smiley monster (Jamie McGuire). This twist emphasized the monsters’ immortality, even as Boyd’s confrontation led to a temporary end for the Smiley. These intense developments not only occupied the characters but also sidelined one of the pivotal monster-related storylines.

Upcoming Developments in From Season 4: Boyd’s Pursuit of a Monster

After Tian-Chen’s Funeral: Boyd’s Urgent Proposal

Boyd relays his plan to Ellis in From Season 3, Episode 2

In Season 3, Episode 2, following the emotional aftermath of Tian-Chen’s funeral, Boyd expressed to his son, Ellis Stevens (Corteon Moore), the urgent need to capture one of the monsters. Deeply affected by Tian-Chen’s tragic fate, Boyd felt it was imperative to stop merely enduring their reality. By capturing a monster, he believed they could uncover vital information that might aid their survival.

While Boyd initially embraced this plan, other pressing matters, such as Tabitha’s return and Fatima’s pregnancy, drew his attention away. With the Season 3 finale revealing critical insights into the nature of the monsters, including their immortal status, Boyd’s need to act and gather answers becomes even more pressing for Season 4. Although his pursuit of a monster is bound to encounter peril, it presents a compelling narrative thread that warrants exploration in the upcoming season.

The Man in Yellow: The Key to Understanding the Monsters

Boyd’s Unawareness of the Man in Yellow

While Boyd believes that capturing any monster will yield valuable insights, the enigmatic Man in the Yellow Suit (Douglas E. Hughes) is likely the one who holds crucial information. Unfortunately, only a few characters, such as the late Jim Matthews (Eion Bailey) and a future iteration of Julie Matthews (Hannah Cheramy), are privy to the existence of the Man in Yellow. Tabitha and Jade Herrera (David Alpay) may have knowledge from their former lives about the monsters’ creation, but it remains uncertain if they are aware of the Man in Yellow’s significance.

Moreover, the Boy in White (Vox Smith) likely possesses knowledge about the Man in Yellow. However, he has yet to encounter Boyd and cannot directly influence the residents’ actions. As the story progresses, it is inevitable that Boyd will confront the malevolent Man in the Yellow Suit. Until that moment, he remains focused on the other monsters, but any attempt to capture one may lead to another tragic event within the From narrative, heightening the tension of the upcoming season.

From has officially been renewed for Season 4 as of November 21, 2024.

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