The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," concludes, ushering in a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left unresolved in the show's seven episodes. These include introductions and appearances of classic DC heroes and villains, plus connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.
Table of Contents
- Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
- Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
- Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
- Dr. Will Magnus
- Class Z DC Villains
- Weasel's Lawyer
- Justice League and Other DC Heroes
- Clayface
- First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
- The New Creature Commandos
Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
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While stated pre-release by Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to the show appear through John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself makes an appearance. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The series features locations integral to the DC Universe: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's association). Bialia, home to Queen Bee and the Scarab (Blue Beetle's origin), is also referenced. A mention of Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, connects to Justice League of America comics. Star City, Green Arrow's city, is Mermaid's residence.
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Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock's recurring presence across various DC media is highlighted, with potential casting in a future film mentioned.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, introduces this robotic team.
Class Z DC Villains
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Argus prison houses various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (a Wonder Woman adversary). Other villains like Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu are also shown. The inclusion of these characters was a collaborative effort between animators and showrunner Dean Laurie.
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Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the Lady-at-Law comic strip.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision showcases numerous cameos: Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. Gunn's involvement and the animators' contributions are noted.
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Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series). Tudyk's portrayal of Clayface across different DC projects is mentioned, along with the announcement of a Clayface film.
First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of Phosphorus.
New Creature Commandos
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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team: Bride, King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for season two and the upcoming Superman film.
