The episode begins with Chris reflecting on his past as he talks to kids about his work. The flashback cleverly reintroduces events from season 1, adding a twist: Superman, Green Lantern, and Hawkgirl appear alongside the Justice League.
In the present, Chris wakes in the middle of the night to Eagly’s incessant calls and heads to the pocket dimension. There, he discovers a room full of helmets and a trophy-filled chamber dedicated to a group called Top Trio. The biggest shock comes when his father appears, asking if he is sleepwalking. Chris panics and rushes out, forgetting everything.
The next day, Adebayo drives him to a run-down interview site where Maxwell Lord, Green Lantern, and Hawkgirl are recruiting for the Justice Gang. Chris is excited until Maxwell’s faulty microphone exposes the group’s dismissive chatter. Annoyed, Chris calls them out and walks away.
Meanwhile, Emilia Harcourt faces her own struggles trying to join a new organization. She is told her explosive tendencies disqualify her, leading to a furious outburst that leaves her bruised and bleeding. Chris checks in on her, and while they bond, tension flares when Chris confronts her about a past incident, ending in anger.
Chris distracts himself with drugs, only to stumble into a wild party at his home. Economus, surveilling him for A.R.G.U.S., spots Chris entering the pocket dimension and reports back, prompting Rick Flag to prioritize monitoring him.
Returning to the pocket dimension, Chris finds himself face-to-face with an alternate version of his family. His father and brother’s presence is surreal, forcing him to reconcile with the love and weirdness of this perfect version of his life. A confrontation with his alternate self turns violent, culminating in a deadly accident where Chris unintentionally kills him.
This episode nails the balance between Peacemaker’s trademark absurdity and genuine emotional depth. The flashback with the Justice League is a smart addition, and seeing Chris attempt to join the Justice Gang is both funny and revealing of his character.
Cena shines, perfectly conveying Chris’s confusion and conflicted emotions, particularly in the pocket dimension. Gunn’s direction captures chaos beautifully, whether it’s a drug-fueled party or a surreal family reunion.
The alternate realities plot could feel overused, but here it serves a clear purpose: it forces Chris to confront his life choices and emotions. Harcourt and Economus also get strong moments, adding layers beyond Chris’s arc.
The episode ends with a shocking fight and unintended death, signaling that season 2 will push Chris into new emotional and moral territory. It’s a wild, thoughtful, and entertaining start that promises a mix of laughs, heartbreak, and high-octane action.
