The characters in The Suicide Squad made quite an impression on us. Director James Gunn hints that we may see them again in potential spin-offs after Peacemaker.
The Suicide Squad was relished by both fans and critics, even if it didn’t make bank on the box office. It brought to the forefront a bunch of eclectic characters who ensured highly entertaining moments in the film. Even though a few of them were cruelly killed within five minutes of their screen time, there’s nothing to say that a prequel focusing on them is not possible.
Speaking to ScreenRant, Gunn teases the possibility of another Suicide Squad member having a TV series of their own:
Oh yes! [I’m thinking about others.] Perhaps [something is in the works]. I don’t know [if the finale will reveal more]. If you’re good at guessing, maybe.
James Gunn
A likely contender would be the enigmatic Bloodsport. After all, you don’t state he put Superman in the ICU with a kryptonite bullet and leave us hanging with that. But given the character’s personality, I can’t imagine the show being anything but intense and somber.
My suggestion would be one with Ratcatcher 2 and Harley Quinn. The two are on polar opposite sides of the spectrum, making their duo quite interesting. Wishful thinking, I know.
However, as Gunn hints, the finale may indeed introduce us to a potential spin-off. In fact, he had teased a Suicide Squad appearance back in August 2021 itself:
If this is truly the case, we will only know once Peacemaker airs. The show is set to debut with its first three episodes this Thursday, January 13. It will follow Smith’s life after his Suicide Squad mission, once again being hired by Amanda Waller.
While Peacemaker is known to be a super-douchey-hero, the show will dig deep into his troubled past. It does not make up for his actions in The Suicide Squad, but it sure adds a lot of depth to the character.
It does not make up for his actions in The Suicide Squad, but it sure adds a lot of depth to the character.
Critics are already raving about Peacemaker. Don’t forget to set a reminder to watch it on Thursday!
About Peacemaker
Peacemaker is a DC Extended Universe series that will delve into the past of the titular character, who’ll make his cinematic debut in James Gunn’s DCEU film, The Suicide Squad (2021). The character will be portrayed by John Cena, who will reprise his role in the HBO Max series.
Other cast members include Steve Agee, Danielle Brooks, Robert Patrick, Chris Conrad, and Chukwudi Iwuji among many others.
James Gunn will also helm the HBO Max series for its second season.
Source: Screenrant
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