As the DC Universe (DCU) continues to unfold under the guidance of James Gunn and Peter Safran, fans are actively piecing together the timeline and eagerly anticipating connections between different projects. Recent discussions have centered on Peacemaker Season 2 and its relationship to the larger DCU, particularly its ties to the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow.
Peacemaker Season 2, which premiered in August 2025, is confirmed to take place after the events of Superman (2025), making it the first series to showcase the unfolding DCU timeline following Superman's debut. Gunn himself has stated that Peacemaker Season 1 acts as a bridge between the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and the new DCU, with the Season 1 recap replacing the old Justice League with the Justice Gang, including silhouettes of Mister Terrific, Superman, Guy Gardner, Hawkgirl, and Supergirl. Peacemaker Season 2 is positioned as a direct continuation of the evolving cinematic universe that began with Creature Commandos in 2024.
Adding to the intrigue, James Gunn has referred to Peacemaker Season 2 as a "Man of Tomorrow prequel," indicating significant connections to the 2027 film. He clarified that the series "directly" sets up Man of Tomorrow, implying that these connections won't be minor. Gunn has emphasized the importance of Peacemaker Season 2 in setting up the rest of the DCU, calling its storyline "incredibly important" to what's to come.
Specific details about the connections between Peacemaker Season 2 and Man of Tomorrow are still emerging, but some clues have surfaced. The series explores Peacemaker's own interdimensional portal, similar to the technology Lex Luthor used in Superman. There are also rumors of John Cena's Peacemaker appearing in Man of Tomorrow.
Gunn has also revealed that some characters from Superman will appear in Peacemaker, including Maxwell Lord (portrayed by Sean Gunn) and Guy Gardner (Nathan Fillion). Hawkgirl is also expected to appear. Peacemaker Season 2 may also address the general audience's reaction to Superman and his place in a world where superheroes already exist.
The careful placement of Peacemaker within the DCU timeline ensures continuity for both casual viewers and longtime DC fans. To help fans visualize the sequence, here's a simple timeline of key DCU events:
While Gunn and Safran aim for narrative consistency across all DC projects, Gunn clarified that only DC Studios films and series are canon to the DCU at this time. Comics, video games, and other media aren't included in the official DCU continuity yet. Gunn explained that adding more media to DCU canon would overwhelm the current lean DC Studios team.
As the DCU expands, James Gunn and Peter Safran are implementing a structured vision for a unified DC Universe spanning film and television. They have unveiled an extensive slate of projects, including Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, The Batman 2, Peacemaker Season 2, and Lanterns. Gunn has hinted at long-term plans spanning six years, with the possibility of a crossover event akin to Marvel's Avengers.
