| "Best Friends, For Never" | |
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| Peacemaker episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 1 Episode 2 |
| Directed by | James Gunn |
| Written by | James Gunn |
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| Cinematography by | Michael Bonvillain |
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| Original air date | January 13, 2022 |
| Running time | 40 minutes |
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"Best Friends, For Never" is the second 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 January 13, 2022, alongside "A Whole New Whirled" and "Better Goff Dead".
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, Smith has to deal with the fallout of the events at the building, while Auggie is sent to prison to avoid any incriminating evidence against Smith.
The episode received positive reviews from critics, who praised the writing, directing and character development, although some expressed criticism for the pacing.