Peacemaker’s Rick Flag Jr. Could Return From the Dead With This Easy Theory

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A fresh fan speculation posits that Rick Flag Jr., previously portrayed by Joel Kinnaman, might reappear in the DC Universe via the second season of “Peacemaker.” Although his demise was confirmed in the DCEU film “The Suicide Squad” (2021), where he was killed by John Cena’s character, there has been much discussion among fans regarding a potential comeback for this popular character within the new DC Universe.

Peacemaker fan suggests how Joel Kinnaman’s Rick Flag can be back in DCU

In Episode 3 of Peacemaker Season 2, titled “Another Rick Up My Sleeve,” we saw the comeback of Joel Kinnaman’s character, Rick Flag Jr. A dedicated fan has proposed a theory that this character might join the DC Universe by traversing dimensions at the conclusion of Season 2.

In the latest installment, Peacemaker ventures into another reality, with the intention of tracking down Emilia Harcourt. Yet, upon infiltrating A.R.G.U.S. within this alternate world, viewers are in for a shock as none other than Rick Flag Jr., who’s alive in this dimension, makes an unexpected cameo.

In this rephrased version, the statement portrays a more relaxed and conversational tone:

The sight of Flag Jr. before him leaves Peacemaker quite unsettled, given that he had mercilessly taken his life in another realm. Furthermore, it transpires that Harcourt is also encountering Flag Jr.

In a post on X (previously known as Twitter), a user named Thee Winter Witch expressed their enthusiasm for the possibility that Flag Jr could become part of the DC Universe by the conclusion of Peacemaker. The user commented, “If Peacemaker doesn’t culminate in Rick Flag Jr. rejoining the primary DCU, I’ll be furious.” However, it remains uncertain whether Kinnaman will indeed join the main continuity of the new DCU, as James Gunn has yet to confirm this.

In an interview with ScreenRant in October 2024, Kinnaman humorously dismissed speculations about his potential return for Peacemaker Season 2, stating, “I’ve got nothing to say on that matter. That sounds ludicrous. I wouldn’t even consider it. A series like that isn’t my cup of tea. It’s just not.” Thus, it seems the character’s role in future installments might be kept secretive.

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2025-09-05 15:08