Peacemaker is officially back. Following the recent trailer, a new Season 2 sizzle reel was released during CCXP Mexico, where James Gunn and John Cena made an appearance for the DCU.
The behind-the-scenes video offers a first look at what fans can expect when the DC series returns, including a new look at Michael Rooker, featuring quick teases of returning cast, new action, and plenty of chaos.
Watch the video below.

James Gunn and John Cena at CCXP Mexico:
James Gunn and John Cena backstage at CCXP Mexico for Peacemaker. pic.twitter.com/EXclLdqVsG
— DCU Brief (@DCUBrief) June 2, 2025
The biggest crossover in history! #Peacemaker & #JamesGunn pay their respects to the #ElChapulínColorado, the most beloved silly superhero in LatAm,during CCXP in its Mexico edition!
— Luiz Fernando (@Luiz_Fernando_J) June 2, 2025
Can we expect a CH introduction in the #DCU?😂🤞 pic.twitter.com/cUtWqOqWcB
#johncena y #jamesgunn están en México para hacer una presentación especial de #Peacemaker temporada 2 en @ccxp_mx pic.twitter.com/A6QhotXaBg
— Friki Mania (@FrikiManiaPod) June 2, 2025
Watch the sizzle reel video:
Release info
Max has set the premiere date for Peacemaker Season 2: Thursday, August 21 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.
The new season follows Peacemaker as he wrestles with his past while sticking to his over-the-top mission of bringing peace—by any means necessary. He’s still mostly going it alone, but this time he’s got backup.
Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Freddie Stroma, Steve Agee, and Robert Patrick are all back. New cast members include Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., reprising his role from Creature Commandos and Superman, along with David Denman, Sol Rodriguez, and Tim Meadows.
James Gunn wrote all eight episodes and directed three, including the premiere. He executive produces with Peter Safran and John Cena. Other directors this season include Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett, and Althea Jones.