Sydney Sweeney, known for her roles in Euphoria and Madame Web, a comic-book-inspired film, has fans excited about a potential new project.
The actress’s name is being linked to Peacemaker Season 2, sparking speculation amongst fans.
The rumor mill has been buzzing as a fan account, Everything_DCU, has shared some information about the upcoming season of Peacemaker. The account suggests that the show may bring back Auggie Smith (Robert Patrick), the lead’s controversial father. Sydney Sweeney could accompany him as she is rumored to play Auggie’s “concubine.”
Since Peacemaker Season 2 is confirmed to have an alternate universe, this revelation aligns with the series’ penchant for the unexpected. Some fans believe this twist might be too outrageous to be true, while others argue that it’s the kind of move James Gunn is known for.
Where did the Sydney Sweeney rumor come from?
The buzz began when Everything_DCU posted a claim on X (formerly Twitter). Gunnverse then picked this up on Instagram. While these aren’t verified news sources, they have a history of “believability.”
Sydney Sweeney’s possible role as a mistress or concubine to Auggie Smith would extend the arc of alternate dimensions in the show’s second and third episodes. This rumor has only added to the speculations after Rick Flag Jr.’s (Joel Kinnaman’s) reappearance.
Flag had been in a relationship with Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), and James Gunn confessed that they had planned Harcourt’s character since the first season. Given Gunn’s tendency to incorporate hidden ties, could Sydney Sweeney’s introduction be another move in his overarching plot?
ALSO READ: Why were Chris and Harcourt broken up in the alternate dimension in Peacemaker Season 2?
Fans think this could actually happen
James Gunn hinted in August that Peacemaker Season 2 would have guest appearances from “really, really big stars.” Everyone assumed he was referring to characters from the DC Comics universe.
But, he might have been talking about Hollywood A-listers, too.
Enter Sydney Sweeney!
Plus, actor Steve Agee (who plays John Economos) hinted that the final three episodes for this season will feel like an entire season in themselves.
He told The Hollywood Reporter that they are “absolutely insane,” which has fans on their toes. This excitement has led to whispers that Sydney Sweeney could thus make her first appearance in the DC Universe via Peacemaker.
If Sydney Sweeney makes a cameo, it will excite fans like never before. There’s no word from either HBO or Gunn to confirm these rumors, so we’ll have to wait and see if the smoke turns into fire!
Watch Peacemaker on HBO Max.
Edited by Sohini Sengupta
