James Gunn Launches Animated Series Creature Commandos

The new animated series 'Creature Commandos,' directed by James Gunn, marks the launch of the newly rebooted DC Universe (DCU) and has been met with positive reviews, achieving a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Featuring a cast of familiar faces, including Sean Gunn voicing two major characters and Steve Agee reprising his role as John Economos, the series aims to introduce lesser-known DC characters such as Rick Flagg Sr. and GI Robot. The narrative follows Amanda Waller's formation of a monster task force, Task Force M, amidst a backdrop of dark humor and action. The series began streaming on December 5, 2024, with a weekly release schedule designed to build momentum leading up to future DCU projects. Additionally, the show is noted for being the first animated series to kick off a cinematic universe, with potential crossovers into live-action films. As the DCU gears up for its theatrical debut with Superman in 2025, 'Creature Commandos' is seen as a pivotal starting point for the franchise.