All references and cameos from the animated series Creature Commandos

The first season of the animated series, Creature Commandos, has concluded, kicking off a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in its seven episodes, including introductions and cameos of classic DC heroes and villains, and 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 Villains from the DC Universe
• Weasel's Lawyer
• Justice League and Other DC Heroes
• Clayface
• First Look at Batman in the New DCU
• New Creature Commandos

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad are Canon

While stated before the show's release, it bears repeating: The first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's aide, and an ARGUS agent, references the show's events. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

The witch Cerci hails from Themyscira, Wonder Woman's home. Dr. Phosphorus was a Gotham criminal apprehended by Batman. Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis news organization, employed Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Dr. Phosphorus's wife is from Bialia, ruled by Queen Bee, and the source of the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle.

A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, home to the villain Ram Khan (seen in Justice League of America comics). Bloodhaven, Nightwing's hometown, is mentioned. Mermaid's (Nina Mazursky) origins are revealed, placing her in Star City, Green Arrow's territory.

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot fought alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company in World War II. Sgt. Rock, DC's most popular non-superhero, a regular soldier from the 1959 comic Our Army at War, consistently makes cameos across the DC multiverse. Daniel Craig is rumored for a film adaptation, with Maury Sterling voicing him in the series.

Dr. Will Magnus

G.I. Robot was studied by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men robotics team, androids named after elements on the periodic table.

Class Z Villains from the DC Universe

Argus prison houses various DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from the comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (who fought Wonder Woman). Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu are also spotted. James Gunn delegated character selection in this scene to the animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie.

Weasel's Lawyer

Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law, combining legal prowess with physical combat.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision, shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci, features numerous cameos, some confirmed by Gunn, others added by the animators. Confirmed appearances include Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker. Other appearances include Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. Gunn's emphasis on Blue Beetle hints at future appearances.

Clayface

Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus, Will Magnus, and Clayface in Harley Quinn). A Clayface movie, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is in development.

First Look at Batman in the New DC Cinematic Universe

Episode 6 details Dr. Phosphorus's origins, involving Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of the villain.

New Creature Commandos

The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos led by Bride, including King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, an improved G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Season 2 and the new Superman movie are anticipated.