The first season of the DC animated series, Creature Commandos, has concluded, marking the launch of a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in the show's seven episodes, which cleverly integrate established DC characters and storylines from pre-reboot projects.
Table of Contents
- Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity
- Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis Connections
- Sgt. Rock and Easy Company's Appearance
- Dr. Will Magnus's Role
- Class Z Villains from DC Comics
- Weasel's Lawyer: A Modern Twist
- Justice League and Other DC Hero Cameos
- Clayface's Unveiling
- First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
- The New Creature Commandos Lineup
Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity
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While previously stated by Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to Peacemaker events were made by John Economos, and Peacemaker himself appeared in the Creature Commandos series. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established early in the show.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis Connections
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The series features several location-based Easter eggs: Cerci hails from Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home); Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham; Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news organization, is mentioned; and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's city) and Star City (Green Arrow's city) are referenced. A character's connection to Bialia, home to the villain Queen Bee, further links to the Blue Beetle storyline. 
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Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 introduces G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. The show's portrayal of Sgt. Rock follows his comic book origins, with Maury Sterling providing his voice.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's creation and study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, is another significant inclusion, referencing the android team from DC comics.
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 others like Shaggy-Man and Fisherman. The inclusion of Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu (shown below) further expands the DC universe's presence. 
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Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, offers a modern reimagining of the Betty Bates character from the 1940s comic strip, Lady-at-Law.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision sequence features numerous cameos, including 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 other characters in the series and in Harley Quinn.
First Glimpse of the New DC Cinematic Universe Batman
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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of the villain.
The New Creature Commandos Lineup
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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team led by Bride, consisting of King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. This sets the stage for season two.
