Peacemaker 2022
“Give peace a f#cking chance.”
What is Peacemaker?
Peacemaker is an American superhero television series created by James Gunn for the streaming service HBO Max. Based on the DC Comics character of the same name, the show serves as a spin-off of the 2021 film The Suicide Squad and is set within the DC Extended Universe.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2022
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 16
- First aired
- Jan 13, 2022
- Last aired
- Oct 9, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- HBO Max
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Comedy
- Updated
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Estimate the schedule using 16 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
Peacemaker is an American superhero television series created by James Gunn for the streaming service HBO Max. Based on the DC Comics character of the same name, the show serves as a spin-off of the 2021 film The Suicide Squad and is set within the DC Extended Universe. The series explores the life of Chris Smith, a jingoistic vigilante and vainglorious superhero who is committed to achieving peace at any cost, even if it requires killing those who stand in his way. The narrative picks up after the events of the film, following the character as he recovers from a duel with Bloodsport. Upon returning home, he discovers that his freedom comes at a price. The production features John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, and Jennifer Holland. Executive producers include James Gunn, Peter Safran, and Matt Miller, with Cena serving as a co-executive producer. The series is produced by Troll Court Entertainment and The Safran Company in association with Warner Bros. Television.
Should you watch it?
“A vainglorious antihero pursues peace at any cost while navigating the consequences of his past actions.”
- created by James Gunn
- features John Cena in the lead role
- contains intense violence
- themes may not be suitable for all audiences
Watch it if you enjoy satirical takes on the superhero genre with a focus on morally complex characters.
The series contains graphic violence and mature themes consistent with its superhero satire premise.
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Season 1 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 A Whole New Whirled Mytharc Jan 13, 2022
- E2 Best Friends, For Never Core Jan 13, 2022
- E3 Better Goff Dead Core Jan 13, 2022
- E4 The Choad Less Traveled Core Jan 20, 2022
- E5 Monkey Dory Core Jan 27, 2022
- E6 Murn After Reading Mytharc Feb 3, 2022
- E7 Stop Dragon My Heart Around Mytharc Feb 10, 2022
- E8 It's Cow or Never Mytharc Feb 17, 2022
Season 2 · 8 episodes
Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →- E1 The Ties That Grind Mytharc Aug 21, 2025
- E2 A Man Is Only As Good As His Bird Core Aug 28, 2025
- E3 Another Rick Up My Sleeve Core Sep 4, 2025
- E4 Need I Say Door Core Sep 11, 2025
- E5 Back to the Suture Mytharc Sep 18, 2025
- E6 Ignorance Is Chris Core Sep 25, 2025
- E7 Like a Keith in the Night Mytharc Oct 2, 2025
- E8 Full Nelson Mytharc Oct 9, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Who created the series?
The series was created by James Gunn.
Where can the series be streamed?
The series is available on the streaming service HBO Max.
Who stars in the lead role?
John Cena stars as the title character.
What is the premise of the show?
The show follows a vainglorious character who believes in achieving peace regardless of the human cost.
Has the show received any awards?
The series has won awards including Best Superhero Series at the Critics' Choice Super Awards and the Saturn Awards.