Peacemaker

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Season 1
  • Network: HBO Max
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 13, 2022
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 104 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 84 out of 104
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 104
  3. Negative: 15 out of 104
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  1. dogboy
    Feb 8, 2022
    0
    This show is utter trash and Cena doesn't deserve to get his own show. It is just vulgarity and pointless boring dialogue trying to be 'edgy'. What a load of garbage.
  2. ElasticDion
    Jan 14, 2022
    0
    This show is always trying so hard to be funny, it makes you cringe with all those terrible jokes that feel like they were written by a teenager with bad taste.
  3. brockcheese
    Mar 9, 2022
    7
    This show is pretty good in a classic James Gunn way. He uses a misfit team to fight shapeshifting aliens just like in Slither or Guardians of the Galaxy.
  4. Skeletor71
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    Yes! This is exactly what I needed. This show is hilarious and exciting. John Cena is amazing in this.
  5. kuhl99
    Jan 14, 2022
    0
    How does a terrible character from a crappy movie get his own show? Hollywood needs to stop giving Jon Cena jobs. This "show" is just a bad as the movie, if not worse. A bunch of talentless nobodies surrounding another talentless loser!
  6. Nuclearpinguino
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    Great show, very much a similar vibe to suicide squad which i think they were going for. Got good comedy at times as well. Definitely worth a watch
  7. kgomesl
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    This show is incredible! I love the 80s/90s vibes and James Gunn is INSANE for somes things.
  8. bac2sq1
    Jan 14, 2022
    1
    Hard PASS!! I couldn't even get through the 1st episode. Acting is horrible and the main character doesn't make any sense. How this was conceived and passed to 'air' is totally baffling. From the ridiculous "dancing" intro to the disgusting misogynistic attitude of the lead character, this whole premise is deplorable! When his dad spoke, I cringed at his use of vulgar expletives andHard PASS!! I couldn't even get through the 1st episode. Acting is horrible and the main character doesn't make any sense. How this was conceived and passed to 'air' is totally baffling. From the ridiculous "dancing" intro to the disgusting misogynistic attitude of the lead character, this whole premise is deplorable! When his dad spoke, I cringed at his use of vulgar expletives and wondered how this could be accepted as dialog in todays sensitive anti-racist environment. When you throw in the miserably failed attempts at comedy, it easily makes this show a hard pass for me!

    The trailer for the show had me wanting more, however, the 1st episode had me groaning in pain and running for the exit. I expected better from DC but, after watching other DC series, I've come to see that their lack of imagination is the norm. With repetitive storylines and eye-rolling "predictable" script lines, DC seems to be in much need of an injection of better writing talent!    … Expand
  9. Heyyoitsmerambo
    Jan 14, 2022
    7
    First episode is pretty alright. It has great possibilities. I am excited to see what happens next week.
  10. metacritiqueur
    May 22, 2022
    1
    Wokemaker with John Wokena is a SuPeR show about wokhero with wokevilains and stuff and explowokesions.
  11. Fo_Que_Rico
    Jan 13, 2022
    10
    John Cena is insane , I love peacemaker , this is the DC that we need it, Thankyou James Gunn
  12. MattchewHawk
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    This is now my absolutely favourite TV show ever. Me and my girlfriend both became obsessed with this show. pretty much binging it over a weekend. It just nails every aspect perfectly. It develops the characters, find new ways to tell jokes, visually awesome, gripping story, and makes you want to watch just one more episode. James Gunn is a genius, it's the only explanation. John Cena isThis is now my absolutely favourite TV show ever. Me and my girlfriend both became obsessed with this show. pretty much binging it over a weekend. It just nails every aspect perfectly. It develops the characters, find new ways to tell jokes, visually awesome, gripping story, and makes you want to watch just one more episode. James Gunn is a genius, it's the only explanation. John Cena is also an absolute legend in this. Man I really hope season 2 is coming soon.… Expand
  13. manningn15
    Feb 19, 2022
    10
    The first season of Peacemaker was one of the funniest most solid seasons of a show I've ever watched. The opening is probably one the best openings I've ever seen it is just so ridiculously stupid and funny. No surprise at all James Gunn's writing was perfection, just hilarious while still incorporating some more serious and deeper moments like exploring the emotional trauma PeacemakerThe first season of Peacemaker was one of the funniest most solid seasons of a show I've ever watched. The opening is probably one the best openings I've ever seen it is just so ridiculously stupid and funny. No surprise at all James Gunn's writing was perfection, just hilarious while still incorporating some more serious and deeper moments like exploring the emotional trauma Peacemaker endured at the hands of his father. The performances from John Cena, Jennifer Holland, Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Robert Patrick, Steve Agee, Chukwudi Iwuji, Annie Chang, and Nhut Le were phenomenal. The visual effects especially the "Butterflies" and the "Cow" were outstanding. The fight choreography and fight scenes were awesome especially the season finale fight. The music was great. This first season was an A+ for me.… Expand
  14. WiesNo
    Jan 15, 2022
    9
    From what I've seen already, I know that this series is gonna be a blast. The humor in combination with the action us bang on. I like how they give Peacemakers feelings and you see he's actually a pretty vulnerable character. John Cena is great and I love Vigilante!
  15. Malamutor
    Jan 22, 2022
    10
    Hilarious, edgy, hard R-rated material, good action, and love the cast. Awesome show!
  16. geewah
    May 30, 2022
    8
    Weird, crass but ultimately hilarious and well written, this show follows on from the excellent The Suicide Squad movie and is the perfect vechile for James Gunn to show off his talent. John Cena continues to surprise and the title sequence is one of best I've seen and one you won't tire from.
  17. MetacriticOnur
    Feb 17, 2022
    8
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  18. Fearmoon
    Jan 16, 2022
    9
    Another few episodes like this, and it will be the best DC TV Show in years.
  19. MarlonMM
    Jan 14, 2022
    9
    Uma otima serie com o humor acido já conhecido do Gunn, sabendo equilibrar a ação, drama, criticas sociais.Dceu não poderia começar melhor.
  20. GQuinn372
    Jan 14, 2022
    10
    Shows fantastic and funny. Synder bois are mad it’s not a snyderverse so they’re review bombing. Intro is AMAZING.
  21. MB_
    Feb 17, 2022
    10
    The whole crew knocked it out of the park. No bad episodes, not even any weak episodes. Funny and dramatic they do both equally excellently.

    I really am looking forward to more of the same.

    Thanks to all!
  22. viroodiem
    Jan 20, 2022
    4
    Based on 3 episode premier.

    They took the worst character from the recent Suicide Squad film and gave him a show. The results are pretty much what you would expect., Very limited comedy, Comedy that is geared for the mind of a 14 year old, and bland exposition, with gore and violence slathered in as filler. The thing that is genuinely funny is the Eagle and its just a stand in for    Based on 3 episode premier.

    They took the worst character from the recent Suicide Squad film and gave him a show. The results are pretty much what you would expect.,

    Very limited comedy, Comedy that is geared for the mind of a 14 year old, and bland exposition, with gore and violence slathered in as filler. The thing that is genuinely funny is the Eagle and its just a stand in for Groot/King Shark.

    All jamming out to an absolutely horrendous sound track of songs that were pop culture B sides even during their heyday. That being the whole late 80s, early 90s hair metal phase. Though a few modern tracks sprinkled in to blend it out such as BAND-MAID / Choose me which is one of the best tracks used in the 3 ep premier

    Definitely a massive step down from what Doom Patrol is able to accomplish with comparative ease. Though far more violent than doom patrol.

    The end of the 3rd ep sets up the premise of the show clearly and to be fair if future episodes focus more on the humor than the gore there is potential here. They just did a poor job illustrating it in its premier.

    4.25/10 rounded down. Given that early January is obscenely light on content, will continue watching as a filler show with the hope it will get better. So basically a two week extended trial period to improve till better shows start/resume.

    Edit: 4th episode was a modest improvement but not anywhere near enough to justify increasing the score. Still the same overall problems but the humor was at least a bit more balanced in this episode.    … Expand
  23. All_ButTrU4
    May 3, 2022
    6
    A little of beat and sometimes funny, James first attempt at a show feels like almost something. All the right pieces are the:the show is stylish, confident and light heartedly violent. It's flaw being awkward comedic timing,most of the cast fails at delivering their punchlines (with the exception of the vigilante who is phenomenal! ) . It's enjoyable mostly abd well paced ,season 2 coukdA little of beat and sometimes funny, James first attempt at a show feels like almost something. All the right pieces are the:the show is stylish, confident and light heartedly violent. It's flaw being awkward comedic timing,most of the cast fails at delivering their punchlines (with the exception of the vigilante who is phenomenal! ) . It's enjoyable mostly abd well paced ,season 2 coukd offer much needed growth that would elevate the show to new heights… Expand
  24. Gts08
    Nov 8, 2022
    8
    What the actual **** is going on? I mean, it's not a comic-show-renaissance, but after the huge success of The Boys, we had a WandaVision and an Invincible last year. And, I didn't expect a single **** from this series, but... damn, I disappointed in myself. James Gunn is truly the last chance of DC. The only guy who can make stuff like Peacemaker if he wants. So, is this show good? No,What the actual **** is going on? I mean, it's not a comic-show-renaissance, but after the huge success of The Boys, we had a WandaVision and an Invincible last year. And, I didn't expect a single **** from this series, but... damn, I disappointed in myself. James Gunn is truly the last chance of DC. The only guy who can make stuff like Peacemaker if he wants. So, is this show good? No, this is ****ing awesome! A literal miracle happened: it is funny! And, John Cena was great as Peacemaker. But some of the supporting characters were even better than him (yes, Vigilante, I meant you right there, the most brilliant superhero-psychopath on television after Homelander). There is so much personality in this show, right from the first crazy opening titles to the very ending. For me, its adult, yet childlike style suited it very well. Deserves an 8.… Expand
  25. HikariSatan
    Nov 10, 2022
    7
    In general, it's good, but at some points it's complete nonsense. Hope this is just the beginning and next season will be better.
  26. Fixer84
    Mar 16, 2023
    7
    A good television series, not on the level of The Suicide Squad movie, but still enjoyable to watch. Maybe because each character is functional in itself and therefore has a sense in the series? Or maybe because, after watching this TV series, I suddenly feel like adopting a pet eagle too? I don't know, it's still beautiful.
  27. chong
    Mar 21, 2023
    9
    Out of every show to ever exist this one has the most un-skippable intro I have ever seen

Awards & Rankings

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#28 Most Discussed TV Season of 2022

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Metascore
70

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. The Telegraph
    Reviewed by: Robbie Collin
    Mar 22, 2022
    80
    Christopher/Peacemaker’s un-PC humour and macho prowess often give way to a surprising soulfulness that’s beautifully played by the former wrestler, and while the swerves from mayhem into pathos are often breakneck, they’re always expertly steered. The same could be said for the show at large, which owes much of its addictiveness to Gunn and his cast’s commitment to keeping their audience off-guard.
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  2. Empire
    Reviewed by: James White
    Mar 18, 2022
    80
    Gunn scores a bullseye with this series, blending vulgarity, heart and sheer insanity for a winning, killer combo – not to mention, an unskippable opening-credits sequence that you’ll never grow tired of watching.
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  3. Salon
    Reviewed by: Melanie McFarland
    Jan 13, 2022
    80
    Cena makes all of this click, transforming the muscular manchild from a two-dimensional buffoon into a lost soul figuring discovering his purpose.
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