The DC Universe has become the hot topic of discussion among fans and critics alike to figure out what’s going on with its vast story landscape. As co-CEO of DC Studios, James Gunn has given us a hint: the answers will be in Peacemaker Season 2. Gunn said Peacemaker Season 2 will reveal a lot about the DCU and an upcoming big event so smart viewers can put the puzzle together.
Debuting in August, Peacemaker on HBO Max is more than just a new season of a beloved show; it’s the continuation of a story that has its die-hard fans hooked. It’s one of the few from the old DCEU that not only survived but thrived during the big franchise overhaul. This is an anomaly in the current DC landscape so it’s a big deal to Gunn’s overall plan. Its continued existence means its story threads are important to the universe he’s building.
One of the best news from Gunn is the promise of a “big character cameo” in the upcoming season. This is not just a quick cameo to get a reaction; Gunn said this character will play a key role in “tying everything together” and revealing the direction of the DCU. He said it’s “not what anyone would expect” so it’s adding more intrigue and sparking a lot of speculation among fans. Who is this character? Could be the key to unlocking the big picture that Gunn is building.
Gunn has been tight-lipped about the details of the DCU’s upcoming plans and has used social media to shoot down many fan theories. He’s previously denied a new Justice League movie and a “World’s Finest” movie that would feature Batman and Superman. He also said The Authority project which was part of the “Gods and Monsters” slate may not be moving forward. While these statements tell us what won’t happen, it only adds to the mystery of what will.
Since we know the DCU is complicated and the public doesn’t Gunn is being careful with all this and the vagueness of the answers. Peacemaker Season 2 will be where he reveals the big DC event he’s been building up to for a long time according to his recent comments.
It’s a big risk to use a show like Peacemaker which has its own tone and character development to lay the groundwork for a big cinematic universe. It means he trusts the show to tell deep stories and is setting up the audience for what’s to come. Peacemaker is getting more and more exciting as we get closer to August not just for the humor and action but for the DCU.
