James Gunn recently revealed why a specific Hitler joke did not make it into Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 7. The scene showed A.R.G.U.S. employees with Hitler-style mustaches in the alternate Nazi-controlled Earth. However, Gunn felt the visual looked “too cartoony” for the final cut.
Deleted Scene Details in Peacemaker Season 2
On Peacemaker: The Official Podcast, Gunn explained the reasoning behind removing the joke. The scene showed A.R.G.U.S. employees wearing Hitler-style mustaches, creating a humorous yet exaggerated visual. Actress Jennifer Holland, who portrays Emilia Harcourt, noted,
“They actually had a bunch of the guys shave Hitler mustaches, and they had to keep these on them for days while we were shooting.”
The deleted scene showed Harcourt pointing out the mustaches to Peacemaker while questioning why he didn’t notice the Nazi reality. Gunn cut the joke, but he confirmed that the episode still features other references to Hitler and the Nazi-controlled Earth.
James Gunn’s Creative Choice and Peacemaker Season 2’s Narrative
Gunn stated he ultimately cut the joke because, in his words,
“The lame little mustaches looked too cartoony for me.”
This decision shows how Gunn balances the show’s dark humor with the serious reality of a Nazi-controlled world. By removing the visual gag, he kept the tone of Peacemaker Season 2 consistent with the tension of the alternate Earth storyline.
Episode 7 explored the alternate Nazi-ruled Earth in this moment. Peacemaker initially thought he had found an ideal reality. However, Episode 6 reveals the horrific truth, making the storyline shocking and thought-provoking.
Upcoming Episodes and the Peacemaker Season 2 Finale
While this particular joke was cut, fans can still expect plenty of shocking moments and dark humor in Peacemaker Season 2. The series, created by James Gunn and starring John Cena, has released its first seven episodes on HBO Max. The season finale is scheduled for October 9, 2025, promising a thrilling conclusion to the alternate Earth storyline.
As the season progresses, Gunn continues to balance satire, dark humor, and impactful storytelling, ensuring that Peacemaker Season 2 delivers a unique blend of comedy and action while addressing serious historical references thoughtfully.
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