James Gunn Addresses Harley Quinn and Bloodsport’s DCU Future

The new DC Universe, helmed by James Gunn and Peter Safran, signifies a fresh start for iconic characters. It weaves an intricate narrative spanning movies and TV shows, with the journey commencing from the animated series “Creature Commandos” and the big-screen hit “Superman.” Although marketed as a new venture, it retains popular elements from the past continuity, thus presenting an unusual scenario for productions like “Peacemaker.” This adaptation accommodates the new timeline, thereby enabling beloved performers to reprise their roles, including the cast from Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad.” In a recent chat with Entertainment Weekly, Gunn hinted at the future of Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) and Bloodsport (Idris Elba) in the DCU, suggesting that fans can anticipate seeing at least one of them returning to action soon.

Gunn hinted at the possibility of Harley Quinn’s comeback being announced later on. While his statement was somewhat cryptic, it suggests that DC Studios has already decided on the character’s future in their universe. It seems there’s a prearranged plan, and they’re just biding their time to find the perfect moment in a forthcoming DCU production to make an official disclosure. The reveal could be about Robbie returning or a new actor taking over the role when Harley Quinn is due to appear.

Gunn shared that he’s actively seeking a suitable spot for Bloodsport, hinting at his character’s potential return in the new DCU. He expressed optimism about this possibility, which mirrors his past eagerness to reintroduce characters like King Shark, who made a brief appearance at the end of Creature Commandos Season 1.

Can Peacemaker Season 2 Feature Any The Suicide Squad Cameo?

The second season of “Peacemaker” is poised to connect the dots between past and present storylines, solidifying significant events from “The Suicide Squad” as integral parts of the new DCU. Key incidents like the Corto Maltese mission and Rick Flag Jr.’s (Joel Kinnaman) demise at the hands of Christopher Smith (John Cena) were pivotal in the first season. In the upcoming season, we delve further into Peacemaker’s actions, particularly his killing of his former commander, which has sparked a revenge hunt by Rick Flag Sr. (Frank Grillo). This continuation directly from the 2021 film makes “Peacemaker” the ideal platform for other teammates to return.

To assist viewers in understanding the shift, Gunn has introduced “Peacemaker: An Official Podcast,” a supplementary series where he dissects each episode from the first season and explains which parts continue in the new DCU narrative. Additionally, Gunn hinted that Season 2 of “Peacemaker” could surprise fans with unexpected guest appearances, potentially implying that Bloodsport or Ratcatcher 2 might reappear due to their unresolved past. Since the series will directly continue from “Superman” and involve members of the Justice League, it’s evident that its scope is growing considerably, paving the way for characters with incomplete stories to be part of Peacemaker’s ongoing tale.

Peacemaker Season 2 is scheduled to premiere on HBO Max on August 21, 2025.

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2025-08-14 08:41