James Gunn Confirms 3 Ways The Peacemaker Finale Sets Up Superman 2: Man of Tomorrow

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James Gunn has explained how the dramatic finale of *Peacemaker* Season 2 directly leads into the upcoming *Superman* movie, *Man of Tomorrow*. After the show’s controversial ending on HBO Max, Gunn clarified that certain storylines were purposefully created to connect the two DC projects. He revealed how the events of *Peacemaker* will set up what happens next in his developing DC Universe.

The season finale of *Peacemaker* tied up loose ends while also setting the stage for the future of James Gunn’s DC Universe. Throughout the season, John Cena’s character, Christopher Smith, confronted difficult issues from his childhood, battled threats from another dimension, and searched for a meaningful connection. The season culminated in a showdown with Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., who was determined to avenge his son’s death.

Wow, the season finale, ‘Salvation,’ really left me with so many questions! It seems like there’s a huge, overarching story brewing, and it’s going to connect with both *Lanterns* and the next season of *Creature Commandos*. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds!

Even though *Peacemaker* is closely linked to James Gunn’s future work, the future of its spin-off, *Waller*, is unclear. Steve Agee, who plays John Economos, recently said he doesn’t know if the series is still being made, indicating it’s likely still in the early stages of development.

James Gunn has acknowledged that the DC Universe plans he initially shared in January 2023 have evolved. These changes usually happen as scripts are developed – some ideas don’t pan out, while others, like the Supergirl and Clayface projects, are quickly approved.

It’s no surprise that a sequel to Superman is in the works, titled *Man of Tomorrow*, and it’s being written and directed by James Gunn. Gunn has confirmed that events from the second season of *Peacemaker* will play a role in the new Superman movie, which is expected to be released two years after the first film.

3 Ways Peacemaker Set Up Superman 2

Rick Flag Working with Lex Luthor

James Gunn recently responded to a question on Threads about how the finale of *Peacemaker* Season 2 connects to *Man of Tomorrow*. He specifically highlighted that the developing alliance between Rick and Lex is something viewers will want to watch closely.

In the movie’s ending, Flag Sr. suggested turning the newly found planet Salvation into a prison for people with superpowers, and Lex (played by Nicholas Hoult) quickly agreed, though he has secret reasons for doing so. The director, James Gunn, has stated that this storyline – focusing on Superman, Lex, and Flag – will continue directly into the next movie, *Man of Tomorrow*.

Flag believes working together will both save people and help him get revenge, but Lex is actually using him to fuel his hatred of Superman and other super-powered individuals. This shaky partnership could become the main problem in *Man of Tomorrow*, a story where Clark and Lex are unexpectedly forced to team up.

Peacemaker Stuck in Salvation

The season finale of *Peacemaker* ended with Christopher Smith unexpectedly stranded on the planet Salvation. James Gunn has emphasized that this plot point is “incredibly important” for the future of the DC Universe. He also hinted at what might happen next for the character in *Man of Tomorrow* with a post on Threads.

Things aren’t looking secure for Salvation, as there are signs of dangerous creatures and enemies already present, or arriving soon. While it’s unknown exactly how involved Chris Smith will be in *Man of Tomorrow*, Salvation is sure to be a crucial part of the movie.

The 11th Street Kids Become Checkmate

The season finale of *Peacemaker* saw the 11th Street Kids officially become the latest version of Checkmate in the DC Universe, giving them a defined mission beyond just fighting crime. Funded by Vigilante’s money, the group formed the organization with the aim of improving the world, and now includes new members Sasha Bordeaux (Sol Rodriguez), Langston Fleury (Tim Meadows), and Judomaster (Nhut Le).

Taking inspiration from the chess theme seen in the comics, Checkmate’s organized structure allows the 11th Street Kids to work together effectively against new dangers. This group is now a permanent part of the DC Universe and will be involved in future stories, including those featuring the *Man of Tomorrow*.

What’s the Plot of Man of Tomorrow?

A potential storyline in *Man of Tomorrow* could feature Brainiac, a highly intelligent robot, as the villain. He might target Earth – and the city of Salvation – in his relentless search for information, possibly by capturing cities in bottles or trying to harness Salvation’s unique power source. This could force Superman (played by David Corenswet) and Lex Luthor to reluctantly team up.

Lex Luthor’s intelligence could be a match for Brainiac’s genius, while Superman takes on the physical danger, although they may not fully trust each other. It’s unclear what role characters from *Peacemaker*, like Chris Smith and Rick Flag Sr., will play, but we can anticipate a large gathering of DC Universe characters leading up to that point.

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2025-10-15 01:05