James Gunn discusses Peacemaker versus Batman in DCU, offering fresh insight into the direction of the expanding DC Universe during a special event in Mexico City. At the CCXP 2025 convention, Gunn and John Cena presented unreleased footage and discussed future crossovers, hinting at an electrifying showdown fans have long imagined.
Exciting Developments Unveiled for Peacemaker Season 2
The DCU is assembling its next chapter at a rapid pace, with multiple projects simultaneously developing and some already in post-production. Among these, Peacemaker Season 2 stands out as a highly anticipated title. At CCXP 2025, DC Studios’ co-CEO James Gunn joined Peacemaker star John Cena to unveil a behind-the-scenes sizzle reel, later accessible on YouTube, providing fans with a sneak peek into the show’s latest developments.
Unlike typical behind-the-scenes looks that sometimes serve merely as entertaining extras, this particular reel delivered several intriguing revelations. A key moment found Rick Flag Sr. delivering a brutal beating to Christopher Smith, also known as Peacemaker. This moment builds on the character’s lingering vengeance stemming from Peacemaker’s killing of Rick Flag Jr. in the 2021 film The Suicide Squad, indicating that Season 2 will not shy away from intense personal conflicts.
Beyond the high-stakes confrontation, Gunn also disclosed during the panel that the opening sequence for the upcoming season will feature all-new choreography. The Season 1 musical introduction quickly became a fan-favorite, and with confirmation of a new song and dance number, speculation and excitement have grown about what the Season 2 opener will bring. With only glimpses shown so far, anticipation for the full sequence continues to increase among fans.
The reveal extended further with shots of the White Dragon, who this time sports striking blue-and-white armor. The footage suggests that Christopher Smith may travel to an alternate reality, making it plausible for White Dragon—an alternate version of Peacemaker’s deceased father, August Smith—to make a return sporting his upgraded look. This twist adds an extra layer of mystery and anticipation for followers of the series.
James Gunn’s Vision for a Unified DC Universe and Dream Match-Ups
James Gunn’s comments at the event highlighted his commitment to weaving a seamless DC Universe across both film and television. His strategy has already borne fruit, with Batman making appearances in Creature Commandos and Rick Flag Sr. crossing into Peacemaker Season 2 after features in other chapters like Superman and the DC animated universe. This integrated approach creates fertile ground for compelling face-offs and character intersections.
During a CCXP panel discussion about who Christopher Smith should fight next in the franchise, Gunn seized the moment to suggest an epic battle between Peacemaker and Batman. While John Cena opted not to answer, Gunn’s enthusiasm lit up the audience’s imagination as he laid out the potential for such a showdown, acknowledging the widespread belief that Bruce Wayne would dominate but reminding fans not to underestimate Peacemaker’s own skills as a trained killer. Gunn himself agreed with the notion that Batman would likely prevail, but suggested Peacemaker could hold his own as a formidable adversary.
Speculation and Anticipation Surround Peacemaker and Batman’s Future Encounter
Although no confirmation exists yet about an actual Peacemaker versus Batman confrontation, fans are speculating about the possibility. The upcoming DCU film The Brave and the Bold is still without a release date, adding to the uncertainty of when, or if, such an encounter might be realized. Still, Gunn’s remarks at CCXP 2025 have fueled hopes that he may be laying the groundwork for this much-discussed match-up.
As for what’s immediately ahead, Peacemaker Season 2 is slated for release on August 21, 2025. Based on the unveiled footage and Gunn’s revelations, the new season promises deeper personal drama, innovative musical flair, and possible alternate reality surprises—keeping audiences eager for what the next chapter in the DCU will bring.
