In a recent interview, John Cena spoke candidly about returning to the role of Peacemaker in Season 2, calling it “the most personal version of the character yet.”
According to Cena, Chris Smith isn’t just a gun-toting meathead anymore. “He’s been through hell. And now he’s got to look in the mirror and ask, ‘Was I ever the good guy?’” he said.
Season 2 explores the psychological weight of Smith’s past actions, particularly the fallout from murdering Rick Flag Jr. That moment—once brushed off as a mission casualty—is now at the heart of a full-blown emotional arc. With Rick Flag Sr. out for revenge, Smith is forced to face his deepest shame.
Cena also hinted at surprising character development for other fan favorites like Leota Adebayo and Vigilante. “It’s not just Peacemaker’s story,” he noted. “It’s about everyone figuring out their purpose in a world that doesn’t always make sense.”
From absurd violence to deep introspection, Peacemaker Season 2 seems set to stretch both its lead actor and its audience in unexpected ways.
