Peacemaker (Season 2) TV Series (2025) – Watch Online, Release Date, Cast, Episodes, Story, Platform, Trailer, Poster, Review
Peacemaker (Season 2) Series Details
| Based on | Characters from DC |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genres | Action, Black comedy, Drama, Superhero |
| Season | 2 |
| Episodes | 8 |
| Release date | August 2025 |
| Running time | 40min |
| Age rating | TV-MA |
| Starring | John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo, Sol Rodríguez, David Denman, Tim Meadows |
| Created by | James Gunn |
| Directed by | James Gunn, Alethea Jones, Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett |
| Written by | James Gunn |
| Produced by | John H. Starke, Lars P. Winther |
| Executive producers | James Gunn, Matthew Miller, Peter Safran |
| Cinematography by | Sam McCurdy |
| Edited by | TBA |
| Music by | TBA |
| Casting by | John Papsidera |
| Production Design by | TBA |
| Art Direction by | Ashley Fidalgo Fogleman, Brittany Hites, Rebecca Runyon |
| Set Decoration by | Andrea Doyle |
| Costume Design by | Michael Crow |
| Production Company | DC Studios |
| Original Network | Max |
Peacemaker (Season 2) Cast & Characters
- 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
- Robert Patrick as August “Auggie” Smith / White Dragon
- Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr.
- Sol Rodríguez as Sasha Bordeaux
- Tim Meadows as Langston Fleury
- Nhut Le as Judomaster from the first season
- David Denman
- Anissa Matlock
- Taylor St. Clair
- Dorian Kingi
- Brandon Stanley
Peacemaker (Season 2) Storyline
The season continues the story of jingoistic mercenary Christopher Smith / Peacemaker.
About Peacemaker (Season 2) TV Series
The second season of the American superhero television series Peacemaker is based on the eponymous character from DC Comics. It is set in the DC Universe (DCU) and serves as a “soft reboot” of the series, which started as a spin-off from the 2021 DC Extended Universe (DCEU) film The Suicide Squad. It is produced by DC Studios with James Gunn as showrunner.
John Cena stars as the title character, reprising his role from The Suicide Squad, with Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo, Sol Rodríguez, David Denman, and Tim Meadows also starring.
Peacemaker Season 2 Development
- Gunn, creator and showrunner of DCEU series Peacemaker, committed to a second season in August 2021.
- Despite not having deals with star John Cena and wanting to take a break, Gunn agreed to make a second season after deciding on character arcs.
- HBO Max announced the second season in February 2022, with Gunn writing and directing all episodes.
- After the cancellation of DC’s Batgirl film by WBD in August, Gunn announced the second season was “safe” and would begin filming in 2023.
- Gunn and producer Peter Safran were announced as co-chairs and co-CEOs of the newly formed DC Studios in October 2022.
- The second season of Peacemaker was put on hold by January 2023 due to Gunn’s new responsibilities.
- In October 2023, Gunn announced the season would address the change from DCEU continuity to the DCU continuity.
- In March 2024, he clarified that the first season was not canon to the DCU and that the second season would be made first.
- Production was set to take place simultaneously with Superman later in 2024, limiting Gunn’s ability to direct all episodes.
- Written by October 2023, ending 2023 Writers Guild of America strike. Finalized all eight episodes by early February 2024. Season focuses on Christopher Smith, Peacemaker’s real name. Highlights interconnectivity between characters and personal lives.
Peacemaker Season 2 Casting
- John Cena confirmed his return as Christopher Smith / Peacemaker for the second season in February 2022.
- Frank Grillo was cast as Rick Flag Sr. in the DCU animated series Creature Commandos (2024).
- Freddie Stroma recast his first-season role as Adrian Chase / Vigilante in July 2023.
- Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, and Nhut Le also recast their roles from the first season.
- In May 2024, Grillo recast his role as Flag Sr. in the second season of Peacemaker.
- Joel Kinnaman was confirmed to reprise his role as Rick Flag Jr. from The Suicide Squad in the season.
- Anissa Matlock, Taylor St. Clair, Dorian Kingi, and Brandon Stanley were also cast in undisclosed roles.
Peacemaker Season 2 Filming
- Filming began on April 13, 2024, concurrent with Superman production.
- Three episodes were directed by Gunn, with additional directors hired for the season.
- Sam McCurdy served as cinematographer.
- Principal photography began on June 13, 2024, and wrapped on November 25, 2024.
- After the first season’s successful title sequence, the second season was planned.
- Charissa Barton choreographed the second season’s title sequence.
- Various music choices were considered, but a new song was chosen that aligned with the season’s focus on Chris Smith over Peacemaker.
Peacemaker (Season 2) Release Date
Peacemaker season 2 is set to premiere on the streaming service Max in August 2025 and will consist of eight episodes.
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FAQs
Is Peacemaker going to have a season 2?
Yes, the season 2 is set to premiere on the streaming service Max in August 2025 and will consist of eight episodes.
Is Peacemaker series successful?
Deadline Hollywood reported that each episode of Peacemaker received higher viewership than the last, and HBO Max stated that the season finale’s viewership was 44 percent higher than the series premiere’s. According to the service, the finale broke the record for highest single day viewership of an HBO Max original episode.
Where did they film Peacemaker Season 2?
The second season took place simultaneously with production on Superman at Trilith Studios in Atlanta, Georgia. The filming began in April 2024 and concluded in November 2024.
When will Peacemaker Season 2 be released?
The second season is scheduled to premiere on Max in August 2025.
How many episodes in Peacemaker Season 2?
Peacemaker Season 2 have a eight episodes and set to premiere on the streaming service Max in August 2025.
