Creature Commandos: Unveiled in Live-Action Debut

Author : Patrick Feb 19,2025

The first season of the DC animated series Creature Commandos, titled Monster Commandos, has concluded, marking the launch of a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's delve into the cliffhangers left in the show's seven episodes, which cleverly weave in established DC characters and storylines, creating connections to pre-reboot 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
  • 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 previously stated 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 a cameo appearance in the animated series. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established early on.

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 and Batman's presence), Metropolis (via the Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's connection). Bialia, the home of Queen Bee and the Scarab, is also referenced. A mention of Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, further expands the DC universe's reach. ThemysciraImage: ensigame.com

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's World War II service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. The show's inclusion of Sgt. Rock, a character with a rich history in DC comics, adds another layer of established continuity.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's connection to Dr. Will Magnus, the creator of the Metal Men, is established. This introduces a significant element of the DC universe's robotics and android technology.

Class Z Villains from the DC Universe

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede, among others. The inclusion of these characters expands the show's universe and hints at the breadth of the DC rogue's gallery. Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-FuImage: ensigame.com

Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, a reimagining of Betty Bates, adds a unique character with a blend of legal expertise and physical prowess.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

A pivotal scene in episode 4 showcases a multitude of DC heroes and villains in a vision of an apocalyptic future. The inclusion of 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 expands the scope of the DC universe within the narrative. Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold and Robin (Damien Wayne)Image: ensigame.com PeacekeeperImage: ensigame.com Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, MetamorphoImage: ensigame.com Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. TerrificImage: ensigame.com Gorilla GroddImage: ensigame.com

Clayface

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

First Look at Batman in the New DC Cinematic Universe

First look at Batman in the new DC Cinematic UniverseImage: ensigame.com

The origin of Dr. Phosphorus is explored, showing his capture by Batman, offering a glimpse of the Dark Knight in this new cinematic universe.

New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, setting the stage for future storylines. The team includes King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis.

The conclusion of Monster Commandos leaves fans eagerly anticipating Season 2 and the broader implications for the new DC Cinematic Universe.