The multiverse introduced by The Flash and the reboot of the DC Cinematic Universe open a door to fix the details left by the first season of Peacemaker
The cameo that left questions
The first season of Peacemaker surprised fans by including an appearance by the Justice League at the end of the series. In this scene, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman and Flash make a brief appearance, although only the characters of Jason Momoa and Ezra Miller were played by the original actors. The faces of Superman and Wonder Woman were deliberately obscured, likely due to uncertainty about the future of Henry Cavill and Gal Gadot in their respective roles.
However, now that the DCU is being rebooted with new actors, such as David Corenswet as Superman, this cameo creates a continuity problem. Gunn stated this Peacemaker is considered part of the new DCU canonbut that this cameo will be reinterpreted in the second season. This is where The Flash and his manipulation of the multiverse come into play.
AS The Flash can solve the problem
In his solo film, Barry Allen alters time and the multiverse as he tries to save his mother. This plot, inspired by the arch Flash point from the comics, they left the DCEU universe in an unstable state, changing key details, such as Batman’s identity in that world (going from Ben Affleck to George Clooney). While The Flash It failed to impress at the box office or in reviews, but it established a perfect narrative excuse: the multiverse as a tool to justify changes and reboots.
If Gunn decided to take advantage of this idea, it could explain the events of Peacemaker they occurred in a slightly different version of the current DCU. The “spaghetti” theory presented in The Flash it could justify that the versions of Aquaman and Flash that we saw in the series no longer exist in this new universe. This would allow Gunn to keep the items he’s interested in while removing those that no longer fit.
The new approach of the DCU
Gunn has already confirmed it everything that happens in the DCU, starting with Commando of creaturesit will be canon. Unlike projects Other worlds AS Batman: Part IIthe rest of the stories will be interconnected. Therefore, continuity is key and Peacemaker needs adjustments to adapt to this new vision.
Additionally, Gunn has the freedom to reinterpret details, even as a joke or a wink. For example, Peacemaker’s interaction with the Justice League could be rewritten as a dream or a distorted memory due to changes in the multiverse. Gunn has already proven himself adept at mixing humor and complex storytelling, so it wouldn’t be surprising if he used this strategy.
What to expect from season two?
The second season, which will arrive after the release of Superman: Legacywill be tasked with balancing the series’ roots in the DCEU with its new reality in the DCU. In addition to resolving the Justice League cameo, the series will have to integrate elements from Gunn’s other projects, such as Commando of creatures and the renewed story of Amanda Waller.
The continued presence of John Cena’s character and Viola Davis as Amanda Waller proves that Gunn isn’t afraid to keep parts of his previous work, as long as they fit his vision. However, fans are hoping that this approach is consistent and doesn’t rely solely on the multiverse to solve all the continuity issues.
The multiverse as a definitive solution?
While the multiverse is a useful narrative tool, its overuse can complicate stories, something Gunn seems keen to avoid. Instead of saturating audiences with constant changes, the DCU seeks to build a solid, coherent universe. However, for minor adjustments like the cameo of Peacemaker, the multiversal explanation remains a practical and elegant solution.
By focusing more on individual stories and well-developed characters, Gunn seems determined to avoid the mistakes of the past. Although the first season of Peacemaker belongs to the chaos of the DCEU, season two will be a key piece in showing how the DCU can remake its legacy without losing the essence of its favorite characters.