John Cena and Danielle Brooks in 'Peacemaker' Curtis Bonds Baker/Max Share on Facebook Share on X Share to Flipboard Send an Email Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Print the Article Post a Comment If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, The Hollywood Reporter may receive an affiliate commission. Fresh off the heels of Superman's early digital release, James Gunn's Emmy-nominated TV series, Peacemaker, is back for season two. The DC Comics show premieres Thursday, Aug. 21, on HBO Max, and sees John Cena as Christopher "Peacemaker" Smith, the anti-hero on a mission to "reconcile his past with his newfound sense of purpose while continuing to kick righteous evil-doer butt in his misguided quest for peace at any cost," per the series logline. At a glance: How to watch Peacemaker season two online Related Stories TV Where to Stream 'The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox' Online TV Dominic West, Sienna Miller to Lead Sky and HBO Legal Thriller 'War' From 'Hijack' Creator George Kay Premiere date: Aug. 21 at 9 p.m. PT/ET No. of Episodes: 8 Stream online: HBO Max (via Prime Video), HBO Max with Hulu and Disney+ bundle, DirecTV watch 'Peacemaker' season 2 on HBO max Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee and Robert Patrick also reprise their roles, and season two newcomers include Frank Grillo, David Denman, Sol Rodriguez and Tim Meadows. Season one picked up where 2021's The Suicide Squad left off, and follows Peacemaker seeking redemption through a secretive government project. Watch the official trailer below and keep reading for the full episode release schedule and how to stream Peacemaker online for free. How to Stream Peacemaker Season 2 Online: Premiere Date, Episode Release Schedule The first episode of Peacemaker season two is available to stream exclusively on HBO Max starting on Thursday, Aug. 21 at 9 p.m. PT/ET. The second season spans eight episodes, with new installments dropping every Thursday until the finale on Oct. 9. In addition to HBO Max's standalone service, cord-cutters can subscribe to the streamer through Prime Video (add-on fee plus base subscription required), DirecTV (which offers HBO Max free for two months) or as part of a bundle with Hulu and Disney+ ($16.99 per month and up). Hulu subscribers can also add HBO Max starting at $9.99 per month. HBO Max starts at $9.99 monthly for the ad-supported plan and includes access to other HBO Max original series and content such as The Gilded Age, Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV, Succession, Curb Your Enthusiasm, True Detective and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver; hit films like Dune, Barbie, The Zone of Interest and Wonka; live sports from pro leagues, like NHL, MLB and MotoGP; and live news from CNN. Get HBO Max, Hulu and Disney+ Bundle Where to Watch Peacemaker Season One Online You can stream the entire first season of Peacemaker on HBO Max, including on other streaming platforms that offer the service as an add-on or as part of a bundle, including Prime Video, DirecTV, Disney+ and Hulu. Learn more about the best HBO Max streaming deals here. Get HBO Max, Hulu and Disney+ Bundle How to Watch Peacemaker On HBO Max for Free Get two months of HBO Max for free when you add the streaming service to your DirecTV account, which starts at $54.99 for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterward). It comes with more than 125 channels, including ABC, CBS, CNN, Disney Channel, E!, MSNBC, Nickelodeon and others. Learn more about DirecTV and HBO Max here. DirecTV best cable streaming service DirecTV Two months free when you add HBO Max Get directv free trial Where to Watch Peacemaker on Cable Peacemaker season two isn't available to watch on cable through HBO. You can only watch the TV series on HBO Max or HBOMax.com with your cable TV account login credentials. Peacemaker Season 2: Plot, Cast From Superman director James Gunn, Peacemaker season two follows Chris Smith (John Cena), a mercenary who takes the name "Peacemaker" to promote peace around the globe by any means necessary. When he discovers an alternative dimension that depicts his ideal life, he realizes that it's not what it seems to be and wants to return to his imperfect world. The TV series also stars Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, Robert Patrick, Frank Grillo, Sol Rodríguez, David Denman, Tim Meadows, Michael Rooker and others. THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up FX How Rob Delaney's 'Catastrophe' Inspired the Creators of 'Dying for Sex' Live Feed 'The Pitt' Takes Top Honors at TV Critics Association Awards The Penguin Lauren LeFranc and Matt Reeves Talked About Having Robert Pattinson on 'The Penguin' Paris Hilton Paris Hilton's New Animated Series 'Paris & Pups' Sets Premiere Date, Sparkles in First Trailer Live Feed 'Survivor' Season