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 unresolved in the show's 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 from DC Comics
- 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 prior to the show's release, it's worth noting: Season 1 of Peacemaker, starring John Cena (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo), is canon. References to Peacemaker events are made by John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate and an ARGUS agent featured in the animated series. Peacemaker himself also appears. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also confirmed in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The series incorporates various locations: Cerci originates from Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home); Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham; Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news organization employing Clark Kent and Lois Lane, is mentioned; Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia, the home of the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle.
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Further connections include a soldier's mention of serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur (home of Ram Khan); Bloodhaven, Nightwing's residence; and Star City, Green Arrow's city, where Mermaid's origins are revealed.
Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 introduces G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock, DC's popular non-superhero soldier, originally appeared in the 1959 comic Our Army at War. Maury Sterling voices Rock in the show, with rumors of Daniel Craig portraying him in a film adaptation.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men robotics team, is also featured.
Class Z Villains from DC Comics
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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede (seen above), along with Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu (seen below). 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 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: 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 determined by the animators and interpreted by fans.
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Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, a Batman adversary, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series). A Clayface film is in development, with a screenplay by Mike Flanagan.
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 his subsequent capture by Batman.
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. Season 2 is anticipated.
