Peacemaker season 2 will premiere on Max on August 21, as announced by DC Studios on Friday. Accompanying the announcement was a new trailer that teases significant developments, including the introduction of Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, and Sean Gunn as Maxwell Lord. All three characters will also appear in James Gunn's upcoming Superman film, helping to weave a stronger connection between Peacemaker and the emerging DC Universe (DCU) under Gunn's leadership.
In addition to expanding the DCU, season 2 will introduce an unexpected twist: a second Peacemaker. The trailer concludes with John Cena's character encountering a doppelgänger in what appears to be a pocket dimension. The concept of pocket dimensions was briefly touched upon during the show's first season, suggesting that season 2 may further explore this idea, possibly offering a bridge between the previous Snyder-era films and the newly rebooted DCU, which began its soft launch with the animated series Creature Commandos.
Continuity explanations aside, fans are most excited for the return of the series' signature humor and action. Beloved characters like Vigilante, Eagly, and John Economos are back, with Jennifer Holland's Emilia Harcourt also taking on a more action-heavy role in the new season.
New additions to the cast include Frank Grillo reprising his role as Rick Flag Sr., and Tim Meadows joining as ARGUS agent Langston Fleury. Meadows' character, as glimpsed in the teaser, appears to be a standout, bringing a sharp, comedic edge to the ensemble.
James Gunn's Superman film is set to release on July 11. While viewing it will not be essential to understanding Peacemaker's second season, the movie will offer additional context for characters like Fillion's Green Lantern. For those preparing for season 2, revisiting the first season of Peacemaker is highly recommended, as it remains one of DC's most acclaimed live-action series.