The chaotic and darkly comedic world of Peacemaker just got more complicated. While viewers thought they understood Harcourt's unwavering contempt for Chris Smith, a recent episode dropped a bombshell. The revelation of a tragic, secret romance from the past completely redefines her tumultuous relationship with both Rick Flag Jr. and Peacemaker. In a surprising turn, actress Jennifer Holland reveals how her character, Harcourt, navigated a complicated romantic past with Rick Flag Jr. that shaped her dynamic with Chris Smith, the Peacemaker.

Tethering close to the complex romantic situation in one particular book adaptation set in a summer, Jennifer Holland decided to clear the air on her character's decision.

The latest episode of Peacemaker confirmed that Harcourt and Rick Flag Jr. were once romantically involved. The episode opener depicted the two after spending the night together, with Harcourt appearing hesitant about a deeper connection. Their relationship was cut short by Flag's departure for Corto Maltese, where he was tragically killed by Peacemaker. The alternate-universe Harcourt was attracted to her version of Peacemaker, while the original Harcourt did not choose him over Rick Flag Jr.

Jennifer Holland offered a straightforward explanation in The Wrap interview as to why the alternate Harcourt was drawn to her world's Peacemaker. She said she believes the character is attracted to him simply because "he is a douchebag" who treats her badly. Holland explained that many people are naturally drawn to someone they think they can fix. She also theorized that the alternate Harcourt is likely repeating a familiar pattern from her childhood, which has left her more insecure in love and "thirsty."

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Despite the complexity that it entails, the actress believes that it justifies her character's nature. 

According to actress Jennifer Holland’s interview with TheWrap, knowing about Harcourt's secret relationship with Flag helped her understand her character's unwavering hostility toward Chris. Holland said the backstory gave her the freedom to "unabashedly" hate him, as she was a soldier saddled on a team with the man who killed someone she once loved and respected.

A different universe provided a glimpse into an alternate version of her character.

To distinguish between the two versions of her character, Jennifer Holland made a conscious decision to avoid a comical approach. She explained that her primary goal was to make the alternate Harcourt feel grounded, not "comically different" from the original. Holland approached the character as genetically the same person, but with a different upbringing and a distinct type of emotional damage. The result is a friendlier, more gregarious version.

Harcourt’s past romance with Rick Flag Jr. established her intense hostility toward Peacemaker after his tragic death. The actress used this tragic backstory to build a deeply layered character with clear motivations. The show, which is streaming on OTTs, further explores her character through an alternate version who, despite her differences, is also drawn to a deeply flawed partner.

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