Early 'Superman' Home Release Makes Sense For 'Peacemaker'

'Superman' being available to watch at home only one month after its theatrical release seems crazy, but makes sense after 'Peacemaker' Season 2 premiere.

David Corenswet as Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane in DC Studios’ and Warner Bros. Pictures’ 'Superman', a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. Copyright: © 2025 Warner Bros. Ent. All Rights Reserved. TM & © DC.

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'Superman' had its home release only one month after its theatrical release, which seems very early for a big comic book movie.
After the events of 'Peacemaker' Season 2, this makes sense.
Fans who missed 'Superman' in theaters will want to watch it since it has ties to the second season of 'Peacemaker'.

When the home release date of 'Superman' was first released, many people felt it was way too soon. Not only is the movie still playing in theaters, it is still bringing in money. A home release date of August 15th is just 35 days after its theatrical release. This is quick for any movie, but for a comic book movie? It is almost unheard of.

Then, after watching the first episode of 'Peacemaker', it became instantly clear why DC Studios did this. The events of 'Superman' tie into key plot points of this season and while it is not required viewing, it certainly helps with the storytelling.

'Peacemaker' Makes Changes To Season 1 To Fit Into The DCU

(L to R) Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl and Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific in DC Studios’ and Warner Bros. Pictures’ 'Superman', a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. Copyright: © 2025 Warner Bros. Ent. All Rights Reserved. TM & © DC.

At the end of 'Peacemaker' Season 1, fans lost their minds when the Justice League showed up. Now that the DCEU has gone the way of the buffalo, and the DCU is the new canon, James Gunn needed to correct a few things. To no one's surprise, he did so brilliantly, proving what a mastermind he is.

'Peacemaker' Season 2 starts off with a "Previously On" however, it highlights that it is the DCU, not the DCEU. Because of this some events are slightly altered, with the major one being that instead of the Justice League showing up, it is the Justice Gang, who are prominently featured in 'Superman'. This includes Nathan Fillion (Guy Gardener), Isabela Mercad (Hawkgirl), and Edi Gathegi (Mister Terrific).

'Superman' Events Are Referenced Multiple Times In 'Peacemaker' Season 2

(L to R) John Cena and Danielle Brooks in 'Peacemaker' season 2. Photo: Curtis Bonds Baker/Max.

Also in the premiere episode of 'Peacemaker' Season 2 is an interview between Christopher Smith (John Cena), also known as Peacemaker, and the Justice Gang, which he hopes to join. While Mr. Terrific is absent, Hawk Girl, Guy Gardener, and Maxwell Lord (Sean Gunn) are present. They mostly poke fun at Peacemaker, delivering a hilarious scene.

There are also several times in this episode (and later in the season) that the "Luther event" is mentioned. This is, of course, in reference to the pocket universe that Lex Luther (Nicholas Hoult) opened up, nearly destroying Metropolis in the process. Frank Grillo also reprises his role as Rick Flag Sr., who is acting director or A.R.G.U.S. while Amanda Waller is being investigated.

Early Home Release For 'Superman' Just Makes Sense Now

Frank Grillo in 'Peacemaker' season 2. Photo: Jessica Miglio/Max.

With all of these ties to James Gunn's 'Superman', it makes sense why DC Studios opted to give it a home release. As mentioned, it is not necessary to watch it in order to understand what it happening in 'Peacemaker' Season 2, but it will give you more insight into why A.R.G.U.S. is so afraid of dimensional rifts.

Also, because the Justice Gang is in the series, although not often, seeing 'Superman' allows viewers to get to know them and their dynamic a little bit more, rather than being thrust into the chaotic conversation that is going on during Peacemaker's interview without any backstory.

The best part? If you so wish, you can still see 'Superman' in theaters, as it is still playing.

David Corenswet as Superman in Warner Bros. Pictures’ 'Superman', a Warner Bros. Pictures release. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. Copyright: © 2025 Warner Bros. Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. TM & © DC.