Overview

• James Gunn said he wrote the current screen version of Peacemaker for Dave Bautista and offered him the role before casting John Cena.
• Bautista confirmed he could not do it because of a scheduling conflict with Army of the Dead and said Cena is perfect for the character.
• Gunn previously noted Bautista also had competing offers and that DC’s pay at the time was lower, a factor some outlets highlighted.
• John Cena said he is unconcerned about not being the first choice and explained he sought out David Corenswet to offer support after their on-set photo went viral.
• Speculation about Superman appearing in Peacemaker season 2 remains unconfirmed, and industry chatter about Cena returning in a Superman sequel is described as expectation rather than an announcement.