Peacemaker Season 2 Trailer Reveals DCU Timeline and More

Summer 2025 promises an exhilarating experience for DC enthusiasts. Following the cinematic debut of Superman, which marks the start of James Gunn and Peter Safran's DCU, fans can look forward to the return of "Peacemaker" with its second season. John Cena reprises his role as the enigmatic Christopher Smith, the peace-loving yet gun-toting anti-hero, joined by many familiar faces from Season 1.

The first trailer for Peacemaker Season 2 provides a glimpse into the new plot and its connections to both the inaugural season and Gunn's "The Suicide Squad." From intriguing updates on the DCU timeline and Rick Flagg's antagonistic role to the noticeable absence of Vigilante, let's dive into the key highlights from the trailer.

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View 39 ImagesFreddie Stroma’s Vigilante in Peacemaker Season 2

While it might be tempting to label Christopher Smith as the least intriguing character in "Peacemaker," John Cena's portrayal offers a compelling paradox. Smith is a man who advocates for peace yet engages in violent warfare, embodying a classic Gunn-style character with a hidden heart of gold.

However, "Peacemaker" isn't solely about its titular character; it thrives as an ensemble show. The supporting cast plays a crucial role in the series' success, much like how Team Flash was integral to the CW's "The Flash." Among these characters, Freddie Stroma's Vigilante emerges as a standout.

Vigilante became a fan favorite in Season 1, serving as a humorous counterpart to Peacemaker. Though the series deviates from the comic book version, Stroma's entertaining performance makes up for it. The trailer's limited focus on Vigilante, who is seen working at a fast-food restaurant and grappling with his lack of public recognition, leaves fans wanting more. Hopefully, his role in the season will be more substantial than what the trailer suggests.

The trailer kicks off with a surprising twist, showing Peacemaker attending an open interview with the Justice League. Sean Gunn's Maxwell Lord, Nathan Fillion's Guy Gardner, and Isabela Merced's Hawkgirl make appearances, and it's evident they have already dismissed Peacemaker's potential.

This scene offers a deeper look into the Justice League's dynamics, contrasting sharply with the brief glimpse in Season 1. The new Justice League exudes a more sarcastic and irreverent vibe, fitting seamlessly into the "Peacemaker" universe. Gunn's inspiration from DC's beloved Justice League International comics is clear, with Lord as the team's leader and financier, emphasizing a group of quirky misfits over traditional superhero icons.

Filming this scene during the "Superman" shoot allowed Gunn to bring together Gunn, Fillion, and Merced, though their role in "Peacemaker" Season 2 might be limited to this encounter. It's refreshing to see the new Justice League's humor and personality, particularly Merced's engaging portrayal of Hawkgirl, which promises a more enjoyable character than the Arrowverse's version.

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View 9 Images![](/uploads/35/681e7b23cde59.webp>The Return of Frank Grillo’s Rick Flagg, Sr.

Frank Grillo's Rick Flagg, Sr. continues to be a pivotal figure in the DCU, having appeared in the "Creature Commandos" animated series and set to debut in "Superman." In "Peacemaker" Season 2, Flagg, Sr. is positioned as the primary antagonist, though his motives are rooted in the grief of losing his son and his new role as head of ARGUS.

This setup promises a compelling narrative, challenging Peacemaker's redemption arc. Despite his efforts to become a hero, Christopher Smith cannot escape the bloodshed from "The Suicide Squad." The question remains: will viewers sympathize with Flagg's quest for vengeance against Team Peacemaker?

Making Sense of the DCU Timeline

The inclusion of elements from "The Suicide Squad" in Season 2 highlights how certain aspects of the DCEU are being integrated into the new DCU continuity. "The Suicide Squad" now seems to serve as the unofficial inaugural film of the DCU, with its events directly influencing the series.

A clear timeline is emerging, starting with "The Suicide Squad" in 2021, followed by "Peacemaker" Season 1 in 2022, "Creature Commandos" in 2024, "Superman" in July 2025, and "Peacemaker" Season 2 in August 2025. Gunn's reluctance to discard his previous work is understandable, and as he mentioned in a recent IGN interview, the concept of canon is fluid in storytelling.

“Hopefully there's authenticity and truth to those stories because we care about those stories, the characters, the actors, the performers, the animators,” Gunn remarked. “They all care about these stories, but it's not real.”

By the end of "Peacemaker" Season 2, the delineation between what's canon and what isn't in the DCU should become clearer. Fans eagerly await the series' return, hoping for a balanced focus on all characters, especially Vigilante.