The first season of the 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, including introductions and cameos of DC's 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 DC
- 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
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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 sidekick, and an ARGUS agent, references events from Peacemaker. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance. Additionally, The Suicide Squad's canonicity is established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The witch Cerci hails from Themyscira, Wonder Woman's home. Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham before his capture by Batman. The Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news organization, employed Clark Kent and Lois Lane. Dr. Phosphorus's wife is from Bialia, home to the villainous Queen Bee, and the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle. 
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A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, the home of the villain Ram Khan (seen in Justice League of America comics). Bloodhaven, Nightwing's hometown, is mentioned, and Mermaid's origins are revealed, placing her in Star City, Green Arrow's home.
Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock, DC's popular non-superhero, debuted in the 1959 comic Our Army at War and frequently appears in DC multiverse stories. Daniel Craig is rumored for a film portrayal, with Maury Sterling voicing him in the show.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot was studied by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, a robotic team named after elements on the periodic table.
Class Z Villains from the DC Universe
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Argus prison holds various DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (who fought Wonder Woman). Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu are also present. 
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James Gunn delegated character placement in this scene to the animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie.
Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law, combining legal expertise with physical prowess.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci features numerous cameos. James Gunn confirmed some appearances, while others were added by the animators and interpreted by fans. These 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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Gunn's focus on Blue Beetle suggests potential future appearances for Xolo Maridueña.
Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, a Batman villain, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus, Will Magnus, and Clayface in Harley Quinn). Tudyk enjoys portraying the character's contrasting personalities. A Clayface movie, with a screenplay by Mike Flanagan, is in development.
First Look at Batman in the New DC Cinematic Universe
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Episode 6 details Dr. Phosphorus's origins, involving Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and a subsequent capture by Batman.
New Creature Commandos
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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 anticipation builds alongside excitement for the new Superman movie.
