DC Studios Sparks Controversy With R-Rated Creature Commandos: A Dark & Violent Departure

Discover The Latest Updates On Dc Studios’ First R-rated Animated Series, Creature Commandos

By Akshay Sharma
May 11,2023
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DC Studios announced their highly anticipated mature-themed animated series, Creature Commandos, earlier this year. The show, known for its violent nature, features a team of monstrous military operatives led by human officer Rick Flag Sr., played by Frank Grillo. While not much has been revealed about the plot, voice actors from the show recently shared some exciting updates.

Insights From Sean Gunn: GI Robot And Weasel

Sean Gunn

Sean Gunn, who stars in Creature Commandos and is the brother of executive producer James Gunn, provided intriguing details about the show’s storyline. Gunn expressed his enthusiasm for the project, praising the exceptional quality of the scripts. He hinted that viewers can expect to learn more about Weasel and shared his admiration for the character GI Robot.

Gunn revealed that GI Robot is driven by a relentless desire to eliminate Nazis. As someone who despises fascism in all its forms, Gunn related to the character’s mission to take down these villains. With its TV-MA rating (equivalent to an R-Rating), Creature Commandos promises a high level of violence, particularly aimed at Nazis.

Maria Bakalova’s Perspective: Challenging And Exciting

Maria Bakalova

Maria Bakalova, known for her role in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, shared her excitement about playing Princess Ilana Rostovic in Creature Commandos. Bakalova described the character as a departure from her previous roles, adding that she is eager to collaborate with James Gunn and explore this new character in the best possible way.

Ilana Rostovic is an original creation for the Creature Commandos series and has not appeared in the comics before. James Gunn, overseeing DC Studios’ ambitious plans to revamp their on-screen content, has cast the characters of Creature Commandos with potential live-action appearances in mind. While not confirmed, Gunn has mentioned that future crossovers and live-action adaptations are already in development.

Creature Commandos’ Place In The DC Universe

Creature Commandos

Considering the original Creature Commandos comic books were set during World War II, it is likely that the animated series will also take place during this time period. This may limit crossover opportunities with other modern-day DC Studios projects. However, given the comic book-inspired nature of this universe, unexpected crossovers remain a possibility.

The inclusion of Weasel, a character featured prominently in 2021’s The Suicide Squad, further enhances the potential for crossovers. If the same character appears in both works, Creature Commandos already holds the potential for an instant crossover.

While the mature rating and violent nature of Creature Commandos may not align with all DCU projects, such as the optimistic Superman: Legacy, the current slate of shows and movies demonstrates the diverse range of content offered by the refreshed DC Universe. From family-friendly and lighthearted stories to darker and grittier narratives, the new direction aims to cater to a wide variety of audiences.

Excitement Surrounding Creature Commandos Grows

James Gunn Announces Release Date For Dc’s Creature Commandos Animated Series

With updates from the voice actors providing a glimpse into the show’s characters and its violent nature, anticipation for Creature Commandos continues to build. Fans eagerly await its release and the potential for future crossovers and live-action adaptations within the expanding DC Universe.