James Gunn Unearths Wild Deleted Peacemaker Scene: Green Lantern's Puke and the Justice Gang

Fans of James Gunn's critically acclaimed series, Peacemaker, have always appreciated its audacious humor and willingness to subvert superhero tropes. Now, the architect of the new DC Universe has revealed details about a truly wild deleted scene that takes the show's comedic edge to an entirely new level, featuring none other than the Justice Gang – including a particularly unwell Green Lantern.

During an interview, James Gunn confirmed that an early version of the show featured a much 'grosser' cameo from DC's premier superhero team.

While the final Season 1 finale famously included appearances by Ezra Miller's Flash and Jason Momoa's Aquaman, along with stand-ins for Superman and Wonder Woman, the original plan was far more chaotic and, frankly, disgusting.

According to Gunn, this earlier sequence, dubbed the 'Justice Gang' cameo, depicted the heroes in a rather undignified state: grossly intoxicated.

The highlight (or lowlight) of the scene involved a Green Lantern character, clearly having overindulged, projectile vomiting. Yes, you read that right – a member of the iconic Emerald Knights, spewing his guts out in front of the titular anti-hero.

The concept was born from Gunn's desire to further satirize the traditional superhero epic, pushing the boundaries of what audiences expect from these larger-than-life figures.

While he loved the sheer audacity and dark humor of the idea, the scene ultimately ended up on the cutting room floor. Several factors contributed to its deletion, including logistical challenges, the scene's considerable length, and a conscious decision not to 'completely dump on the Justice League' in such an extreme manner.

This particular version of the cameo would have reportedly appeared much earlier in the season, perhaps setting an even more anarchic tone for Peacemaker's journey.

Ultimately, the more 'dignified' (though still hilariously awkward) cameo in the finale felt like a better fit for the show's narrative progression, delivering a punchline without quite the same level of bodily fluids.

The revelation offers a fascinating glimpse into the creative process behind Peacemaker and James Gunn's distinctive vision for the DC Universe.

It underscores the show's commitment to challenging conventions and infusing even the most iconic characters with a dose of gritty, relatable (if exaggerated) humanity. While the puking Green Lantern remains a tantalizing 'what if,' it's clear that even in its absence, the spirit of irreverent humor lives on in every frame of Peacemaker.