DC Animated Series Unveils Key Cameos and Connections in Creature Commandos

The debut season of the Creature Commandos animated series has concluded, kicking off a fresh DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative leadership. Explore the unresolved mysteries and surprises woven into the seven episodes.

The show introduces DC's earliest heroes and villains while linking to prior DCU projects before the reboot. Here's a breakdown.

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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 0 0 Comment on this

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Remain Canon

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James Gunn confirmed before the premiere that The Peacemaker series, starring John Cena, is canon, except for its Zack Snyder Justice League cameo. John Economos, Amanda Waller's ARGUS agent, references events from the show. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance, with more details below. The Suicide Squad is confirmed canon in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

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The witch Circe hails from Themyscira, the Amazon island home of Wonder Woman. Dr. Phosphorus, a Gotham criminal, was apprehended by Batman. Metropolis-based Galaxy Broadcasting System employs Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Dr. Phosphorus's wife originates from Bialia, ruled by Queen Bee, where the Scarab that empowers Blue Beetle was discovered.

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A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, home to the villain Ram Khan from Justice League of America comics. Bloodhaven, Nightwing's base, is referenced, and the finale reveals Mermaid (Nina Mazursky) hails from Star City, Green Arrow's hometown.

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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In episode three, G.I. Robot fought alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company in World War II. Sgt. Rock, DC's iconic non-superhero soldier, debuted in 1959's Our Army at War and frequently appears in DC multiverse stories. Rumors suggest Daniel Craig may portray him in a film, with Maury Sterling voicing him here.

Dr. Will Magnus

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In the same episode, Dr. Will Magnus studies G.I. Robot. He created the Metal Men, androids named after elements from the periodic table.

Class Z DC Villains

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ARGUS prison cells house obscure DC villains like Animal-Plant-Mineral Man from Doom Patrol and Bloody Millipede, a 1970s Wonder Woman foe. Others include Shaggy-Man (Justice League adversary), Fisherman (Aquaman's enemy), Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu, spotted in the prison canteen.

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James Gunn noted that animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie chose the characters for this scene.

Weasels' Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, reimagines Betty Bates from the 1940s Lady-at-Law comic strip. She fights for justice in court and takes on gangsters physically, akin to a sighted Daredevil.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode four features a vision of an apocalyptic future shown by Circe to Amanda Waller, packed with cameos. James Gunn confirmed some characters, while fans identified others added by animators.

Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, and Robin (Damian Wayne)

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Peacekeeper

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Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho

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Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific

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Gorilla Grodd, a major Flash villain, appears in this dark future.

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Gunn emphasized Blue Beetle's prominence, hinting at future projects. Will Xolo Maridueña reprise his role in the new DC Cinematic Universe?

Clayface

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In episode five, Dr. Ailsa McPherson, a Gotham Academy professor, is revealed to have been killed and impersonated by Clayface, a Batman villain voiced by Alan Tudyk. Tudyk also voices Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus here, and Clayface in Harley Quinn, enjoying the contrast between the character's foolish and menacing versions.

James Gunn announced a Clayface movie written by Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep, The Haunting of Hill House). Will Tudyk voice the character again?

Batman Debuts in the New DC Cinematic Universe

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Episode six explores Dr. Phosphorus's origins, tied to Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne, who created the villain but fell to his vengeful rampage. Batman swiftly captures the dangerous foe.

New Creature Commandos Team

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In the season finale, Bride leads the revamped Creature Commandos, including:

King Shark, voiced by Diedrich Bader from The Suicide SquadDr. PhosphorusWeaselG.I. Robot, upgraded and restoredNosferata, from the Superboy comicsKhalis, a comic book Monster Commandos member.

Anticipation builds for Season 2 and the upcoming Superman movie. Stay tuned for more.