John Cena, star in the Max seriesPeacemaker, has skillfully dodged confirming his involvement in the DC Universe beyond the show’s second season. Responding to fan inquiries at Comicpalooza, Cena humorously sidestepped questions about his future with the franchise, reflecting his cautious approach to not upsetting DC Studios co-CEO James Gunn.
While the charismatic actor has successfully transitioned to a key player in the DC Universe, he remains non-committal about his future afterPeacemakerSeason 2. During the event (shared viaX), Cena conveyed a light-hearted fear of Gunn’s potentially fierce reaction to unauthorized spoilers, saying:
Do you know who James Gunn is? He’s got this look when you make him mad, and it’s actually indescribable, but I don’t want to see it ever again. So I’m just gonna say, no comment.
The production ofPeacemakerSeason 2 kicked off this April and has been progressing smoothly despite previous setbacks caused by industry-wide strikes last year. A first-look image released recently shows Cena back in action as Christopher Smith, his famously brash alter-ego. Yet, despite the ongoing production, a release date for the new season on HBO’s streaming platform, Max, remains unconfirmed.
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With the DC Universe under the fresh leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran since 2022, the fate of several beloved characters has been a hot topic among fans. Cena’s Peacemaker has been in the spotlight due to his roles in both the standalone series andThe Suicide Squad.
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Recently, Gunn shed some light on the narrative alignment within the universe, confirming that while the first season ofPeacemakerwould not fall within the DCU canon, the upcoming second season is slated to follow the events of Gunn’s eagerly anticipated Superman film, set for a August 24, 2025 release.
Gunn has committed to resolving any continuity discrepancies in the forthcoming season, assuring that the storyline remains cohesive within the evolving DC Universe framework. Meanwhile, Cena, ever diplomatic, has commented cautiously about his ongoing role, hopeful yet mindful of the dynamic shifts at DC Studios.
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Peacemaker’s second season has been officially confirmed by James Gunn. What can viewers expect from the upcoming season?
PeacemakerSeason 2 will see Cena reprise his role, joined by a robust ensemble cast including Oscar-nominated Danielle Brooks as Leota Adebayo, Jennifer Holland as Emilia Harcourt, Steve Agee as John Economos, andFrank Grillo stepping in as Rick Flag Sr. The series' first season, which picks up directly afterThe Suicide Squad, was a hit among viewers and critics alike. It boasted a viewership increase of 44% by its finale over the premiere and earned a commendable 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, ranking it as one of the DC Extended Universe’s standout entries.
Apart from his work in the DCU, Cena has been active in the film industry with roles in Matthew Vaughn’s action-packedArgylleand the comedyRicky Stanicky. Despite a setback with the cancellation ofCoyote vs. Acmeby Warner Bros., Cena’s schedule remains full, reflecting his versatile career in entertainment.
