James Gunn’s DCU Just Did What The MCU Took 12 Years To Finally Accomplish

Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 6 marked a significant moment for the new DC Universe, as DC Studios began mirroring Marvel’s approach to interconnected storytelling. The episode featured the debut of Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, currently incarcerated at Belle Reve prison, where he shared scenes with Frank Grillo, reprising his role as Rick Flag Sr. – a key character in the developing DCU.