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The DC Universe continues to expand, and this week's 'Peacemaker' Season 2 episode, 'Ignorance Is Chris,' delivered one of its most pivotal crossovers yet. James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, highlighted the importance of Lex Luthor's appearance in the series and teased how it connects directly to upcoming DCU projects, including ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’.
Nicholas Hoult debuted as Lex Luthor in the episode, marking his first full introduction since being teased in 'Superman.' James Gunn explained that this sequence was filmed during the production of 'Superman,' even while shooting major Pentagon scenes for the movie. He described the tonal contrast between the two projects—'Superman' with its bold, cinematic scale, and 'Peacemaker' with its darker, grittier approach. Hoult's performance, he noted, felt distinctly more menacing and mature, fitting seamlessly into the show's grounded tone.
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What Does the New 'Peacemaker' Episode Feature?
The episode features Rick Flag Sr. (played by Frank Grillo) approaching Lex at Belle Reve prison to strike a deal. After being apprehended in 'Superman' for running his own pocket universe, Lex agrees to help locate Peacemaker's interdimensional portal.
In exchange, he negotiates a transfer from a prison filled with metahumans to one without them. James Gunn described this alliance as a critical turning point, since it brings together two dangerous figures—ARGUS leader Rick Flag and one of DC's most iconic villains. Their partnership, he warned, poses a serious threat to John Cena's 'Peacemaker' moving forward.
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Lex Luthor's Influence Across Multiple Storylines
Gunn emphasised that the moment is not just important for 'Peacemaker,' but for the DCU as a whole. By establishing Lex Luthor’s influence across multiple storylines, the series builds narrative momentum heading into 'Man of Tomorrow.' The upcoming film, starring David Corenswet as 'Superman,' will reportedly feature Lex working alongside the 'Man of Steel' against a much larger enemy. According to James Gunn, the movie is designed to be as much about Luthor as it is about Superman, hinting at a layered dynamic between hero and villain.
With Hoult's Lex Luthor already shaping events in 'Peacemaker' and set to play a central role in 'Man of Tomorrow,' the DCU is weaving together its interconnected universe with deliberate precision. Gunn's comments suggest that Lex will remain a driving force, one whose alliances and manipulations ripple across both television and film.
