When John Cena first appeared as Peacemaker in James Gunn’s 2021 film The Suicide Squad, audiences were instantly captivated by the character. The response was so positive that a peacemaker series premiered on Max in January 2022, even though Peacemaker seemingly “died” in the film. Thanks to some cinematic magic, he was brought back to life. The show was an immediate success and was renewed for a second season in February 2022. Since its debut, the season has been hailed as one of the best original series on Max, known for its humor, violence, and a memorable opening sequence. Given its popularity, it was no surprise that a second season was greenlit almost immediately.
So, what’s next for the season? Stick around as we explore everything we know about the highly-anticipated second season of the show.
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What is peacemaker season 2 release date?
As of now, there hasn’t been an official announcement regarding the release date for Season 2. Filming began in April, as confirmed by James Gunn’s post on social media, indicating that production is underway. Gunn revealed that he had finished writing all the episodes for the upcoming season. However, unlike the first season where Gunn directed five out of the eight episodes, he won’t be directing every episode of the second season. This time, Gunn has mentioned that three other great directors will join him. This shouldn’t come as a surprise given Gunn’s busy schedule with other DC projects, including the highly-anticipated Superman: Legacy. It remains to be seen how many episodes Gunn will direct himself, but more details about the directors and the episodes will likely be announced soon.
Cast
The cast of Season 2 features a mix of returning favorites and intriguing new additions including:
- John Cena as Christopher Smith / Peacemaker
- Danielle Brooks as Leota Adebayo
- Freddie Stroma as Adrian Chase / Vigilante
- Jennifer Holland as Emilia Harcourt
- Steve Agee as John Economos
- Chukwudi Iwuji as Clemson Murn
- Annie Chang as Detective Sophie Song
- Nhut Le as Judomaster
- Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr.
Plot
The plot for Season 2 remains under wraps, and predictions are complicated by the transition from the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) to the new DC Universe (DCU). While Season 1 was set in the DCEU, Season 2 will occur after the events of Superman: Legacy, according to James Gunn. Additionally, Season 1 is no longer considered canon, adding to the mystery of what to expect. We can theorize that John Cena’s character will continue battling evil forces with his signature style. Alongside this, James Gunn has announced a spin-off series centered on Amanda Waller, played by Viola Davis, which will feature characters from Peacemaker and be filmed after Season 2.
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Trailer
Currently, there isn’t a trailer available, but as soon as one is released, we’ll make sure to share it here!
But in the meantime you can rewatch the previous season or can rewatch the trailer of season 1.
As anticipation builds for Peacemaker Season 2, fans eagerly await the return of their favorite characters and the unveiling of new plot twists. Stay tuned for updates on the release date and exclusive sneak peeks as the countdown to Season 2 continues!
