| "Murn After Reading" | |
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| Peacemaker episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 1 Episode 6 |
| Directed by | James Gunn |
| Written by | James Gunn |
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| Cinematography by | Sam McCurdy |
| Editing by | Greg D'Auria |
| Original air date | February 3, 2022 |
| Running time | 46 minutes |
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"Murn After Reading" is the sixth episode of the American superhero television series Peacemaker, a spin-off from the 2021 film The Suicide Squad. The episode was written and directed by series creator James Gunn. It originally aired on HBO Max on February 3, 2022.
The series is set after the events of The Suicide Squad, and follows Christopher Smith / Peacemaker. Smith returns to his home but is forced to work with A.R.G.U.S. agents on a classified operation only known as "Project Butterfly". Smith also has to deal with his personal demons, including feeling haunted by memories of people he killed for "peace", as well as reconnecting with his estranged father. In the episode, Auggie is released from prison, while the police start looking for Smith. Meanwhile, Murn reveals his true nature to the team.
The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the revelations, character development, performances and Gunn's directing.