The first season of the animated series "Creature Commandos," now known as "Monster Commandos," has concluded, marking the beginning of a new DC Cinematic Universe under the creative direction of James Gunn. The series has set the stage with intriguing cliffhangers across its seven episodes, which are packed with introductions, cameos, and connections to the broader DC universe.
Table of Content
- Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad are canon
- Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
- Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
- Dr. Will Magnus
- Class Z villains from the DC
- Weasels' lawyer
- Justice League and other DC heroes
- Clayface
- First look at Batman in the new DC Cinematic Universe
- New Creature Commandos
Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad are canon
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James Gunn confirmed before the show's release that "The Peacemaker" series, starring John Cena, is part of the new DC canon, with the exception of the cameo in Zack Snyder's "Justice League." The series references events from "The Peacemaker," with John Economos, Amanda Waller's sidekick and an ARGUS agent, making an appearance. Peacekeeper himself also features prominently, connecting to "The Suicide Squad," which is also established as canon from the very first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The series introduces various DC locales, including Themyscira, home of Wonder Woman, and the witch Cerci. Dr. Phosphorus, a criminal from Gotham, was captured by Batman. The Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS) in Metropolis is where Clark Kent and Lois Lane work. Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia, where the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle was discovered. A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Senior in Jharkhanpur, home to the villain Ram Khan. Bloodhaven, the small town of Nightwing, and Star City, Green Arrow's hometown, are also referenced, along with the origins of Mermaid (Nina Mazursky).
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Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals that G.I. Robot fought alongside Sgt. Rock and his Easy Company during World War II. Sgt. Rock, a non-superhero and a regular soldier, debuted in the 1959 comic "Our Army at War" and has since made numerous cameos across the DC multiverse. There's buzz that Daniel Craig might portray him in a future movie, while Maury Sterling lends his voice to the character in the show.
Dr. Will Magnus
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In the same episode, Dr. Will Magnus, the creator of the Metal Men, a team of androids named after elements from the periodic table, studies G.I. Robot, further connecting the series to the larger DC universe.
Class Z villains from the DC
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The series features an array of obscure villains in the Argus prison cells, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede, known from the Doom Patrol series and Wonder Woman comics, respectively. Other notable villains like Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu are seen in the prison canteen. James Gunn has credited the animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie for their creative choices in populating these scenes.
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Weasels' lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, reimagined from the 1940s comic strip character Betty Bates, serves as the Weasels' lawyer. Known for her courtroom prowess and physical confrontations with gangsters, she echoes the spirit of Daredevil but with a unique twist.
Justice League and other DC heroes
Episode 4 features a significant cameo scene where Cerci shows Amanda Waller visions of an apocalyptic future. James Gunn has revealed some of the heroes seen in this scene, while others were added by the animators and identified by fans.
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Gorilla Grodd, a notorious enemy of The Flash, also appears in this apocalyptic vision. Gunn has expressed interest in further developing Blue Beetle in the new Cinematic Universe, hinting at the return of actor Xolo Maridueña.
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Clayface
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Episode 5 discloses that Dr. Ailsa McPherson, a teacher at Gotham Academy in the comics, has been killed and replaced by Clayface, a notorious Batman adversary. Voiced by Alan Tudyk, who also lends his voice to Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series, and Clayface in another DC animated series, "Harley Quinn," Tudyk enjoys the contrast between playing the moronic and sinister versions of the character. A standalone Clayface movie, with a screenplay by Mike Flanagan, is in the works, raising speculation about Tudyk's involvement.
First look at Batman in the new DC Cinematic Universe
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In episode 6, we learn about the origins of Dr. Phosphorus, whose creation involved Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne. Batman captures the dangerous monster, offering fans their first glimpse of the Dark Knight in the new DC Cinematic Universe.
New Creature Commandos
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The season finale introduces a new lineup for the Creature Commandos, led by Bride. The team includes King Shark, voiced by Diedrich Bader, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis, setting the stage for an exciting second season and the upcoming Superman movie.
