The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," concludes, launching a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's dissect the season's seven episodes and their cliffhangers. The series cleverly integrates established DC characters and storylines, creating 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 Villains from DC Comics
- 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 prior to the show's release, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself appear, referencing events from the live-action series. 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 incorporates various locations: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's residence). Bialia, the origin of the Scarab, is also mentioned. A soldier's reference to serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur links the show to Ram Khan from the Justice League of America comics. Mermaid's backstory establishes Star City as her home.
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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, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. Maury Sterling voices Sgt. Rock in the show, with rumors of Daniel Craig portraying him in a future film.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, connects the series to this robotic team.
Class Z Villains from DC Comics
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Argus prison features various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (a Wonder Woman adversary). Other notable inmates include Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. The animators and co-showrunner, Dean Laurie, had creative freedom in selecting these characters.
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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 features numerous cameos, including 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. James Gunn confirmed some appearances, while others were added by the animators. The inclusion of Blue Beetle hints at future appearances.
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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 contrasts with his previous portrayal in Harley Quinn. A future Clayface film, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is announced.
First Glimpse of the New DC Cinematic Universe 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 the villain.
New Creature Commandos
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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including 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 movie.
