The wait is finally over! HBO Max has officially confirmed the release schedule for Peacemaker Season 2, bringing back John Cena as the fan-favorite DC anti-hero. The new season is set to premiere on Thursday, August 21, 2025, with fresh episodes dropping weekly every Thursday at 9 PM ET in the United States.
Just like the first season, Season 2 will consist of eight action-packed episodes, running through October 9, 2025. Fans can expect the return of familiar faces, some surprising new cast members, and an even wilder storyline written by James Gunn himself.
Peacemaker Season 2 Release Date And Time In India
- Premiere Date: August 22, 2025
- Episode Frequency: Every Thursday
- Time: 6:30 AM IST (August 22, 2025)
- Platform: Exclusively on HBO Max
- Finale Date: October 10, 2025
Peacemaker Season 2 Episode Schedule
Here’s the complete breakdown of all the upcoming episodes:
- Episode 1 – “The Ties That Grind” – August 22, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 2 – “A Man Is Only As Good As His Bind” – August 23, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 3 – “Another Rick Up My Sleeve” – September 5, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 4 – “Need I Say Door” – September 12, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 5 – “Back To The Suture” – September 19, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 6 – Title TBA – September 26, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 7 – Title TBA – October 3, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
- Episode 8 – Title TBA (Finale) – October 10, 2025 – 6:30 AM IST
What Will Peacemaker Season 2 Be About?
Season 2 picks up after the explosive events of Project Butterfly. Chris Smith (Peacemaker) and the 11th Street Kids are still dealing with the consequences of their mission. ARGUS is monitoring Chris closely due to his mysterious connection with a dimensional portal.
This season will explore whether Peacemaker can truly embrace the role of a “hero” — something he has always craved but struggles to live up to. Expect plenty of DC references, over-the-top action, dark humor, and emotional character arcs that made the first season a hit.
Peacemaker Season 2 Cast
The new season features a mix of returning favorites and fresh faces:
- John Cena as Christopher Smith / Peacemaker
- Jennifer Holland as Emilia Harcourt
- Danielle Brooks as Leota Adebayo
- Freddie Stroma as Adrian Chase / Vigilante
- Steve Agee as John Economos
New Additions:
- Frank Grillo
- Tim Meadows
- Michael Rooker
- Robert Patrick
- David Denman
- Sol Rodriguez
Peacemaker Season 2 Directors & Crew
- James Gunn – Writer of all episodes & director of 3
- Greg Mottola – Director of 2 episodes
- Peter Sollett – Director of 1 episode
Having multiple directors while keeping Gunn’s creative vision ensures a mix of storytelling styles without losing consistency.
Quick Recap of Peacemaker Season 1
In the first season, Chris Smith (Peacemaker) was recruited by ARGUS for a top-secret mission called Project Butterfly, where he battled an alien invasion while confronting his troubled past. The show balanced brutal action, raunchy comedy, and deep emotional storytelling — making it one of DC’s most successful series on HBO Max.
FAQs – Peacemaker Season 2
1. Peacemaker Season 2 Release Date And Time In India?
Peacemaker Season 2 premieres on August 21, 2025, with weekly Thursday episodes at 9 PM ET on HBO Max in united State.
Peacemaker Season 2 premieres on August 22, 2025, with weekly Thursday episodes at 6:30 AM IST on HBO Max in India.
2. How many episodes are in Peacemaker Season 2?
There are 8 episodes, running from August 21 to October 9, 2025.
3. Who is in the cast of Peacemaker Season 2?
The cast includes John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Freddie Stroma, Steve Agee, along with new members Frank Grillo, Tim Meadows, Michael Rooker, Robert Patrick, and more.
