PEACEMAKER SEASON 2 Review & Recaps | HBO Max

Picking up where The Suicide Squad (2021) left off, Peacemaker returns home after recovering from his encounter with Bloodsport – only to discover that his freedom comes at a price. Peacemaker Season 2 storms back onto HBO Max, directed by James Gunn, delivering one of the wildest, boldest, and most emotional chapters yet in the DC Universe (DCU). Picking up after The Suicide Squad (2021), John Cena’s Christopher Smith—better known as Peacemaker—is forced to confront the price of survival, freedom, and the ghosts of his violent past. This season expands the world of DC Comics while staying grounded in the dysfunctional, hilarious, and brutally human storytelling that made the first season a hit. From jaw-dropping action to laugh-out-loud comedy, Peacemaker Season 2 pushes boundaries, introducing new characters while deepening relationships with Harcourt, Economos, and Adebayo. The fallout from Adebayo’s press conference reshapes their lives, and Rick Flag Sr.’s arrival creates new conflicts for the team. The season’s biggest swing is its embrace of multiversal storytelling through the Quantum Unfolding Chamber, which forces Peacemaker to face alternate versions of his life. These powerful storylines blend superhero spectacle with raw emotion, making Season 2 not just entertaining but deeply resonant. Gunn’s signature style shines through—from outrageous humor to heartfelt character beats—solidifying Peacemaker as one of the most unique comic-book adaptations on screen. With direct ties to the upcoming Superman film, Peacemaker Season 2 isn’t just a continuation; it’s a pivotal step in shaping the future of the DCU. Fans of superhero shows, comicbook storytelling, and James Gunn’s offbeat vision will not want to miss this.

Video Review:

S2.E1 ∙ The Ties That Grind:

Peacemaker interviews for a spot on the Justice Gang, while Harcourt struggles to find work on the heels of Adebayo’s bombshell press conference. Economos is forced to surveil Peacemaker under Rick Flag, Sr.’s new management.

S2.E2 ∙ A Man Is Only as Good as His Bird:

Economos gets a new handler, Fleury, after failing to distract Flag from Peacemaker. While Adebayo deals with Keeya issues, Peacemaker handles dimensional aftermath as A.R.G.U.S. acts.

S2.E3 ∙ Another Rick Up My Sleeve:

As Peacemaker receives praise as a hero, he uses the alternate dimension to deepen his bond with Harcourt. Meanwhile, Economos faces criticism for the mission’s failure.

S2.E4 ∙ Need I Say Door & S2.E5 ∙ Back to the Suture

A.R.G.U.S. lays siege to Peacemaker’s home in search of his Quantum Unfolding Chamber, while Harcourt receives a tempting offer from Flag. Red’s ritual reveals Eagly’s location while Flag confronts Peacemaker. As Peacemaker makes a life-changing choice, Adebayo and Vigilante try to unite the 11th Street Kids.

S2.E6 ∙ Ignorance Is Chris & S2.E7 ∙ Like a Keith in the Night:

As the 11th Street Kids fight to bring their missing member home, Flag doubles down on his efforts to hold Peacemaker accountable. As Flag and A.R.G.U.S. close in, the 11th Street Kids attempt to keep the ever-increasing dangers of the alternate world around them at bay.