The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," concludes, launching a fresh DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's dissect the cliffhangers woven into its seven episodes. These include introductions and appearances of classic DC heroes and villains, plus 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 DC 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 stated pre-release by Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself appear, referencing Peacemaker events. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The series features locations integral to DC lore: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's connection). A Bialian connection to Dr. Phosphorus's wife links to the Scarab's origin in Blue Beetle. A mention of Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, further establishes connections to the wider DC universe. Star City, Green Arrow's city, is the setting for Mermaid's origin story. 
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Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. Maury Sterling voices Rock in the series, with rumors of Daniel Craig's potential cinematic portrayal.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, introduces this robotic team.
Class Z DC Villains
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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (a Wonder Woman adversary). Other notable inmates include Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. 
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Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, reimagines the Betty Bates character, a blend of legal expertise and physical prowess.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision, shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci, features numerous cameos. Gunn confirmed some appearances, while others were added by the animators. Confirmed appearances include 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. 
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Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series). Tudyk's portrayal spans different interpretations of the character across various DC animated projects. A Clayface movie, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is in development.
First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
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Episode 6 details Dr. Phosphorus's origin, involving Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of the villain.
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. Anticipation builds for Season 2 and the upcoming Superman movie.
