First Look: Frank Grillo's Rick Flag Sr. in Peacemaker Season 2

HBO has unveiled a trailer showcasing exciting content for 2025, featuring a first look at Peacemaker Season 2, where John Cena returns as the titular character. The trailer hints at the inclusion of Frank Grillo, voicing Rick Flag Sr., who leads the upcoming animated series Creature Commandos. Following the events of 2021's The Suicide Squad, where Peacemaker killed Flag’s son, Rick Flag Jr., the new season will depict Flag Sr.'s quest for vengeance. As part of the broader DC Universe under James Gunn, Flag Sr. promises to be a complex character facing moral dilemmas. Creature Commandos is set to premiere on Max on December 5, emphasizing the ambitious plans for the future of the DC films and TV series.

Peacemaker Season 2 will delve into Rick Flag Sr.'s revenge narrative following the death of his son, bringing moral complexity and character depth to the storyline, while showcasing dynamic interactions among Peacemaker and his allies.

The Peacemaker character first emerged in 2021’s The Suicide Squad and quickly gained popularity for his ironical humor and over-the-top personality. The show, which initially debuted on HBO Max, has been praised for its unique storytelling and character arcs, making high expectations for its second season and the animated Creature Commandos series, which will set the stage for Gunn's new DC Universe vision.