James Gunn Had Two Big Words For John Cena After Taking Over As The Head Of DC: ‘When James Says Something, I Trust Him.’

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Even though Season 2 of “Peacemaker” premiered on the 2025 TV schedule not long ago, it was a significant wait. The initial season of the DC series was accessible via an HBO Max subscription as early as 2022. It took, as John Cena himself recently mentioned, approximately three years to deliver fresh episodes to fans. This delay was partly due to leadership changes within DC, and the former WWE star has recently disclosed what Gunn shared with him during this period.

According to Gunn, “patience” would be crucial following the decision to appoint the renowned director as head of the DCU. This piece of advice proved significant for Cena, especially as it became clear that patience was indeed needed after the successful debut season aired. During an interview with Axel Talks Film, Cena admitted that he and Gunn had spoken about trust, implying that he places his faith in Gunn’s leadership.

When he became the head of DCU, there was a lot of preparation needed before Peacemaker, and I get that. When James speaks, I have faith in him. He’s always encouraging patience because he assures us that we’ll figure it out. And now, after 1,000 days, we’ve accomplished it.

Changes at Warner Bros. and DC brought about several significant alterations, such as bringing David Corenswet on board as Superman during his work on Twisters, and Millie Alcock as Supergirl. Notably, a specific scene in Peacemaker‘s first season was reworked, eliminating the presence of Henry Cavill and Jason Momoa. However, James Gunn stated to TV Insider that adjusting the entire show would be excessively costly.

As a devoted film enthusiast, I can say that John Cena’s Peacemaker character, while slightly altered, remains largely reminiscent of the original we adore. Critics and fellow fans alike are still buzzing with excitement over this series, and rightfully so! Its Rotten Tomatoes critical score stands impressively high at 99%, while fans give it a strong 81%. So, it seems that our patience has truly paid off.

For quite some time, new TV seasons would reliably start in September and end in May due to the standard schedule of network television. However, with the advent of streaming services, these release expectations have become less predictable as major renewals and cancellations occur sporadically. In this changing landscape, HBO and Warner Bros. have shown a tendency to deviate from conventional timelines for premiering new seasons.

The second season of “Peacemaker” aired after a gap of approximately 1,000 days. This timeframe is similar to that since the second season of “Euphoria” premiered, but unlike the Zendaya-led series which has resumed production and will soon release its third season, we’ll likely have to wait until next year at the earliest for “House of the Dragon” Season 3, as its second season is scheduled for 2024 with production not set to complete until fall 2025.

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I’ve noticed that time often widens the gaps between episodes, causing some viewers to drop shows or forget to catch up. However, John Cena’s undying commitment to his character and overall popularity have kept me engaged. I’m thrilled that the series has been renewed for another season, offering a new tale to unfold. Here’s hoping this captivating journey continues!

According to Gunn, there’s a strong likelihood that the show will come back for its third season. However, it might take some time before HBO and Warner Bros. make an official announcement about it due to various factors mentioned earlier. We’ll let you know as soon as we have more information.

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2025-08-24 19:38