John Cena’s Peacemaker, along with Vigilante (Freddie Stroma) and the ever-faithful Eagly, are officially back and wreaking havoc in the hotly anticipated second season of Peacemaker!
The teaser trailer officially dropped today, May 9, 2025, giving fans their first action-packed look at what Season 2 has in store.
Here are the major highlights from the latest update:
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Teaser Trailer Released: The official teaser for Peacemaker Season 2 is now out, showcasing the return of John Cena as Christopher Smith/Peacemaker, Freddie Stroma as Adrian Chase/Vigilante, and the fan-favorite eagle sidekick, Eagly.
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Frank Grillo Cast as Rick Flag Sr.: The trailer confirms that Frank Grillo will step into the role of Rick Flag Sr., the father of Rick Flag Jr., who was killed by Peacemaker in The Suicide Squad. He’s expected to serve as a primary antagonist, driven by revenge.
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DCU Continuity Shift: Season 1 was set within the DCEU, but the new season now falls under James Gunn and Peter Safran’s revamped DC Universe (DCU). According to Gunn, the show will explore how events from the DCEU tie into the evolving DCU timeline.
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New Characters Join the Cast: Season 2 welcomes fresh faces, including Tim Meadows as ARGUS agent Langston Fleury and Sol Rodríguez as Sasha Bordeaux, expanding the universe around Peacemaker.
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"Justice Gang" Tease: A potential superhero team, possibly called the Justice Gang, is hinted at, led by Maxwell Lord. The teaser shows glimpses of members like Guy Gardner’s Green Lantern and Hawkgirl, suggesting a larger ensemble.
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Release Date Confirmed: Peacemaker Season 2 is set to premiere on Thursday, August 21, 2025, on Max. The season will feature a total of eight episodes.
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Season Synopsis: The official logline reveals that the new season will focus on Christopher Smith’s struggle to come to terms with his past and redefine his mission, all while continuing his relentless—and sometimes brutal—pursuit of peace.