The return of John Cena’s hilariously violent antihero has DC fans buzzing, but rising streaming costs leave many wondering: Can you watch Peacemaker Season 2 without another monthly bill? While HBO Max holds exclusive rights to the series, there’s one complicated path to stream it temporarily free—if you’re willing to navigate significant limitations.

How to Watch Peacemaker Season 2 Without a Subscription?

HBO Max doesn’t offer free trials, but a loophole exists through YouTube TV’s 10-day free trial. Here’s how it works:

Visit YouTube TV and click “Try 10 days for $0.”
Sign in with your Google account.
Under “ADD TO MEMBERSHIP,” select HBO Max content to activate access during the trial period.

As confirmed by YouTube’s support documentation, this bundles HBO Max with your trial. However, this method has critical constraints. Peacemaker Season 2 spans eight weekly episodes, meaning a 10-day trial only covers two installments. You’d need to strategically time your trial for the final two weeks to binge the full season—risking spoilers while waiting. Worse, forgetting to cancel triggers a $49.99/month YouTube TV charge, jumping to $82.99 after three months.

Is the Free Trial Worth the Hassle for Peacemaker Fans?

Industry analysts argue the effort outweighs the benefits. Streaming expert Maria Garcia notes: “These trials target long-term subscribers. For short-term shows, math often favors direct subscriptions” (Streaming Insider Report, 2025). Consider:

HBO Max’s ad-supported plan costs $9.99/month—under $20 total for Peacemaker’s eight-week run.
Subscribers also get imminent DCU releases like September’s Superman film.
YouTube TV’s base package lacks HBO Max; adding it permanently costs $16/month extra.

Peacemaker’s Season 2 premiere on August 21 continues James Gunn’s R-rated superhero satire, with Cena’s Christopher Smith confronting new extraterrestrial threats alongside returning allies Adebayo and Economos. Early reviews praise its signature blend of action and irreverent humor (Variety, August 2025).