The first season of the animated series, Creature Commandos, has concluded, launching a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in its seven episodes, including introductions and cameos of DC's heroes and villains, and 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
- Weasel's Lawyer
- Justice League and Other DC Heroes
- Clayface
- First Look at Batman in the New DCU
- New Creature Commandos
Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad are Canon
While stated before the show's release, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's aide, and an ARGUS agent, references the show's events. Peacemaker himself also appears. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
Cerci originates from Themyscira, Wonder Woman's home. Dr. Phosphorus was a Gotham criminal apprehended by Batman. Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news organization, employed Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia, ruled by Queen Bee, where the Scarab granting Blue Beetle his powers was found. A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, home to the villain Ram Khan. Bloodhaven, Nightwing's hometown, is mentioned, and Mermaid's origins are revealed in Star City, Green Arrow's home.
Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot fought alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company in World War II. Sgt. Rock, DC's popular non-superhero soldier, first appeared in the 1959 comic Our Army at War. Maury Sterling voices him in the show, with potential for a Daniel Craig film portrayal.
Dr. Will Magnus
G.I. Robot was studied by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men robotics team.
Class Z Villains from the DC Universe
Argus prison houses various DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol), Bloody Millipede (fought Wonder Woman), Shaggy-Man (fought the Justice League of America), Fisherman (fought Aquaman), Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. The animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie determined the prison scene's characters.
Weasel's Lawyer
Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci features numerous cameos, some confirmed by James Gunn, others added by the animators: Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacekeeper, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. Gunn's emphasis on Blue Beetle hints at future appearances.
Clayface
Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface (voiced by Alan Tudyk, who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus, Will Magnus, and Clayface in Harley Quinn). A Clayface movie, with a screenplay by Mike Flanagan, is announced.
First Look at Batman in the New DC Cinematic Universe
Episode 6 details Dr. Phosphorus's origin, involving Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and his capture by Batman.
New Creature Commandos
The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos led by Bride: King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the improved G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Season 2 anticipation builds alongside excitement for the new Superman movie.
