Animated Series "Creature Commandos" Features Nostalgic References

The first season of the Creature Commandos animated series concluded, launching a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in its seven episodes. These include introductions and appearances of classic DC heroes and villains, and connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.

Table of Contents

• Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity
• Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
• Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
• Dr. Will Magnus
• Class Z Villains
• Weasel's Lawyer
• Justice League and Other DC Heroes
• Clayface
• First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
• The New Creature Commandos

Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity

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While stated before the show's release, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to its events appear through John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself makes an appearance in the animated 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 features locations from across the DC universe: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's connection). Bialia, home to Queen Bee and the Scarab, is also referenced. A soldier's mention of serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur connects to the villain Ram Khan. Star City, Green Arrow's city, is the home of Mermaid.

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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 consistent presence across various DC media is highlighted, along with the possibility 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, is featured.

Class Z Villains

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede, alongside others like Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. The inclusion of these characters was partly determined by the animators.

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Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of the Betty Bates character.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision showcases 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. The inclusion of some characters was left to the animators' discretion.

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Clayface

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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk.

First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman

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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of the villain.

The New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for Season 2 and the upcoming Superman movie.