DC Studios debut a newCreature Commandostrailer, previewing one of the first new teams in James Gunn’sDC Universe. While the next Superman movie will set the foundation for the new DCU, the world will get its first taste of the franchise this December with theCreature CommandosTV show. Set to be the first animated series from DC Studios inGunn’s DC Universe, it will bring one of the more obscure DC Comics teams to life, all of whom are led by Frank Grillo’s Rick Flag Sr., who will be a major connective character in the franchise.
At this year’sNew York Comic-Con, whichScreen Rantis in attendance for,Creature Commandostook the spotlight for DC Studiosas the cast and crew were present to preview the first DC Universe TV show. During the panel, a brand newCreature Commandostrailer was released ahead of its premiere in December. Check it out below.
What The New Creature Commandos Trailer Reveals About The First DC Universe Show
A Thematically Fitting Intro For Gunn’s Franchise
One of the big takeaways fromtheCreature Commandostraileris the fact that Amanda Waller will be set on a new path. Despite the DC Universe being a reboot, parts of Amanda’s history are still being regarded as canon in this franchise,as her consequences fromPeacemakerseason 1 are directly setting up the reason she creates the Creature Commandos team. While not being a new Suicide Squad, per se, the footage confirms that the DCU will not be shying away from telling R-rated stories.
However, rather than focusing on villains and metahumans,the newestCreature Commandostrailer puts a bigger emphasis on this being more of an antihero-driven team. There is also a new focus on the supernatural and monster side of the new franchise, which is fitting given thatthe DC Universe Chapter 1: “Gods and Monsters"is all about those themes. With major villains like Circe also coming into the animated series, they are also tapping into the god aspect of the DC Universe.
Our Take On The Creature Commandos Trailer
Fresh Tones WIll Keep DCU Afloat
From everything that keeps coming out ofCreature Commandos,this is already giving a breath of fresh air for the new DC Universe after a long and complicated road with the DCEU. Even though there will be an emphasis on connectivity across film and television, something likeCreature Commandosstill highlights how every project will at least have a different and unique tone. Hopefully, ifCreature Commandosis any indication, the rest of the DC Universe will be in proper hands with DC Studios.
Creature Commandos
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Creature Commandos follows the exploits of a secret team of incarcerated monsters recruited for perilous missions unsuitable for humans. Released in December 2024, the film explores themes of redemption and collaboration as the monstrous squad is tasked with handling threats that present dire challenges beyond human capability.
