Viewership for James Gunn’s *Peacemaker* Season 2 is dropping significantly, according to several data sources. While the first season was well-received, the current season is experiencing a major decline in ratings, making it one of the biggest drops for a DC show on streaming platforms.
Data from Samba TV shows that the premiere of *Peacemaker Season 2* had about 22% more viewers than the Season 1 finale. This strong start likely came from DC fans who were excited after seeing the *Superman* movie in theaters and wanted to see how the series would tie into James Gunn’s new DC Universe.
#Peacemaker season two brought a swirl of mixed reactions from #DCU fans.
So how did the season fare?
Over 435,000 US households tuned in to watch the Peacemaker season finale within the first four days of its release on HBO Max, according to data from Samba TV.
— Samba TV (@samba_tv) October 15, 2025
However, viewership declined significantly by the end of the series. Samba TV reported around 435,000 U.S. households watched the Season 2 finale – a 39% drop from the premiere of Season 2 (713,000) and 25.5% lower than the Season 1 finale (584,000).
Missing from Major Streaming Charts
Even though there was a lot of excitement before it launched, *Peacemaker* Season 2 didn’t make it onto the Nielsen Top 10 list for streaming shows. According to data from Samba TV, by the fourth episode, the show had fallen to around 16th place among all streaming originals.
The show’s decreasing popularity indicates it may not attract a wider audience beyond its existing fans. Although *Peacemaker* is still critically acclaimed, it’s not drawing viewers at the same rate as other superhero shows, such as DC’s *Penguin*.
Critical Praise, Audience Frustration
The second season of the show received generally positive reviews, earning scores above 95% on Rotten Tomatoes. However, audience reactions were more mixed, with only 42% approval on Criticless. Viewers mentioned problems with the season’s speed, unresolved storylines, and shifts in tone between serious drama and comedy. The final episode, “Full Nelson,” has the lowest IMDb rating of any episode so far, currently at 6.7/10.
Gunn addressed the criticism directly, telling GamesRadar he enjoyed the episode but recognized it wasn’t for everyone. He admitted that even those who liked the first season found the episode’s different style and format less engaging.
Why the Premiere Was Inflated
The initial viewership numbers might have been helped by fans who were excited about James Gunn’s *Superman* movie, which had just come out. A lot of those viewers probably started watching *Peacemaker* hoping for a similar style and level of quality, especially with the new DC Universe beginning to launch.
The second season kicked off with the show’s usual mix of edgy jokes and explicit scenes—including a significant amount of male nudity—which surprised some people. Many viewers who checked out the premiere episode likely weren’t impressed and didn’t continue watching, leading to a drop of almost 40% in viewership by the season’s end.
Finale Sets Up Future DCU Storylines
Even though fewer people watched the finale, it successfully established the show as an important link within James Gunn’s developing DC Universe. The final moments left John Cena’s Peacemaker in an unknown place called Salvation, hinting at how the show will connect to future DCU projects like *Lanterns*, *Supergirl*, and *Man of Tomorrow*.
According to *Entertainment Weekly*, James Gunn intentionally designed this season to set up future DC Universe projects instead of finishing the storylines within the show itself. While some fans appreciated this approach, others were disappointed that the season didn’t offer a complete, standalone story.
No Immediate Plans for Pacemaker Season 3
James Gunn hasn’t completely closed the door on a third season, but he told Decider that there are currently no plans to make one. He explained that the focus is now on the larger DC Universe, suggesting that Peacemaker might reappear in other projects like crossovers or brief appearances instead of getting another full season.
People magazine noted that Peacemaker is being integrated into the larger DC Universe storyline, rather than planned as its own continuing show. This represents a change in strategy from the early days of DC Studios, which focused on building shows around individual characters.
The Broader Implications
The drop in viewers for *Peacemaker* Season 2 is creating challenges for James Gunn’s plans for the new DC Universe. With *Superman* receiving a mixed response and now a popular series like *Peacemaker* seeing fewer viewers, Warner Bros. Discovery is starting to wonder if audiences are excited about this fresh start to the DC Universe.
It’s still unclear if the DC Universe can regain its footing with its new films and shows, or if *Peacemaker Season 2* will serve as a warning about getting the tone wrong and audiences losing interest in the franchise.
Currently, the numbers indicate that while excitement can draw people to the first episode, holding their attention until the very end is much more challenging.
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2025-10-16 16:59