The wait is almost over for fans of Peacemaker, the irreverent DC superhero series created by James Gunn. Starring John Cena as the chaotic yet lovable antihero, Peacemaker Season 2 is set to deliver more action, humor, and heart. Here’s everything we know about the release date, cast, plot details, and more for Peacemaker Season 2.
Peacemaker Season 2 Release Date
Peacemaker Season 2 is confirmed to premiere on August 21, 2025, on Max, as announced by James Gunn on X. This follows a three-year gap since Season 1, which debuted in January 2022. Filming wrapped in November 2024, giving the team ample time for post-production to meet the August release. The season will consist of eight episodes, maintaining the format of its predecessor.
Peacemaker Season 2 Cast
The core cast from Season 1 returns, joined by exciting new faces. Here’s who’s starring in Peacemaker Season 2:
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John Cena as Christopher Smith / Peacemaker, the jingoistic mercenary seeking redemption.
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Danielle Brooks as Leota Adebayo, Amanda Waller’s daughter and a key team member.
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Freddie Stroma as Adrian Chase / Vigilante, the unhinged yet loyal antihero.
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Jennifer Holland as Emilia Harcourt, the tough A.R.G.U.S. agent.
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Steve Agee as John Economos, the tech-savvy operative.
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Robert Patrick as Auggie Smith / White Dragon, Peacemaker’s abusive father, likely appearing as a hallucination or ghost.
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Nhut Le as Judomaster, the pint-sized martial artist.
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Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., a major antagonist with “unfinished business” tied to Peacemaker’s killing of Rick Flag Jr. in The Suicide Squad. Grillo reprises his role from Creature Commandos and Superman.
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Sol Rodriguez as Sasha Bordeaux, a Checkmate operative from the comics, hinting at spy-driven storylines.
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Tim Meadows as Langston Fleury, a new A.R.G.U.S. agent.
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Brey Noelle as White Rabbit, a Batman villain.
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David Denman, Anissa Matlock, Taylor St. Clair, Dorian Kingi, and Brandon Stanley in undisclosed roles.
Peacemaker Season 2 Plot Details
While specific plot details remain under wraps, James Gunn has shared tantalizing hints about Peacemaker Season 2. The season picks up after Season 1, which saw Peacemaker and his team defeat the alien Butterflies and expose A.R.G.U.S.’s secrets. It’s set after the events of Superman, integrating it into the DCU’s “Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.”
