Gunn, Cena Surprised by HBO Max Rebrand

The world of streaming services just got a bit more confusing, and even the big names at DC Studios are feeling the whiplash. James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, and other members of the Peacemaker crew were left in disbelief after discovering that Warner Bros. Discovery plans to revert its streaming platform back to the HBO Max name while filming promotional content for Season 2 of the series. The reactions, captured on video, are nothing short of priceless.

Earlier today, HBO's parent company announced its decision to roll back the rebrand from Max to HBO Max, a move set to take effect this summer. This unexpected shift left many puzzled, including key figures in the DC universe. The official X account of the soon-to-be-renamed Max shared clips of Gunn and Peacemaker star John Cena reacting to the news. In the footage, Gunn and Cena were reading from a teleprompter about the upcoming Peacemaker Season 2, set to debut on August 21.

Gunn's reaction was one of genuine surprise as he read the script mentioning HBO Max instead of Max. He exclaimed, "God, we’re calling it HBO Max – what? We’re calling it HBO Max again?" Other crew members, including DC Studios Co-CEO Peter Safran, chimed in, adding to the confusion and humor of the moment. Despite the shock, Gunn expressed his approval of the change, stating, "That’s good, actually, but I didn’t know that was happening."

John Cena, on the other hand, seemed well-informed and even took the opportunity to break the news to some of the crew behind the camera. The videos shared by Max's X account captured these candid moments, showcasing the bewilderment and amusement among the DC team.

While some might speculate that this could be an elaborate publicity stunt by the HBO Max team, the genuine reactions from Gunn and the crew add a layer of authenticity to the situation. It's a humorous glimpse into the reactions of some of the most important figures at DC Studios to the streaming service's latest rebranding.

HBO Max initially launched in 2020 and quickly became a popular destination for streaming various content. The name remained until 2023, when Warner Bros. Discovery, after merging, decided to rebrand it simply as Max. Now, after two years of adjusting to the new name, the company has decided to revert to HBO Max, much to the surprise of its subscribers and content creators alike.

No specific date has been set for the rebrand, but as fans await further updates on both HBO Max and Peacemaker Season 2, they can explore other notable DC projects slated for 2025. Additionally, insights from the latest trailer for Peacemaker Season 2 are available for those eager to dive deeper into what's coming next.