Exploring Easter Eggs and DC References in Creature Commandos Episode 3

Warning! This article contains significant spoilers for Creature Commandos episode 3, titled “Cheers to the Tin Man.”

The latest episode of Creature Commandos dives deep into a plethora of thrilling Easter eggs and references that connect to the broader DC Universe. While this episode prominently features the origins of G.I. Robot, it also weaves in intriguing links to Amanda Waller’s Task Force M, showcasing an array of extraordinary teams, settings, and some of the zaniest characters from DC’s comic legacy.

7 Sgt. Rock & Easy Company

“Cheers to the Tin Man!”

G.I. Robot and Sgt. Rock in Creature Commandos

In this episode, G.I. Robot is depicted in action alongside historical figures like Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Originally created in the 1950s, these characters were crafted to represent the gritty realities of war rather than traditional superhero narratives. The episode also refers to several members of Easy Company, including recognizably classic characters such as Bulldozer, Little Sure Shot, and Bogman.

Adding to the excitement, recent reports suggest that actor Daniel Craig is in discussions with DC Studios for a live-action adaptation of Sgt. Rock, opening the door for possible crossovers featuring G.I. Robot, especially considering their interconnected comic history. However, there’s a possibility that this project might follow the “Elseworlds”format, resulting in a story disconnected from the main DC Universe.

6 William Magnus & The Metal Men

G.I. Robot Was Their Predecessor

G.I. Robot being studied by William Magnus

Post-WWII, G.I. Robot finds a new home with Dr. William Magnus, voiced by Alan Tudyk. Magnus is a key character in DC Comics, credited with creating the iconic Metal Men—robotic heroes designed with unique elements and personalities associated with different metals. This episode hints at how G.I. Robot’s technology may have influenced Magnus’s future endeavors, potentially paving the way for the Metal Men’s appearance in upcoming DC projects.

5 Sam Fitzgibbon

Voiced by Michael Rooker

Once Dr. Magnus has finished with G.I. Robot, the automaton suffers a turbulent fate, ultimately falling into the hands of Sam Fitzgibbon, voiced by Michael Rooker, who notoriously appears in many of James Gunn’s projects. Fitzgibbon is depicted as a former Nazi, vividly highlighting the darker undercurrents of G.I. Robot’s programming as he confronts his former masters. Interestingly, Fitzgibbon’s name also ties back to the Belle Reve doctor responsible for implanting a bomb in Savant’s head, a character also played by Rooker in The Suicide Squad.

A DC Comics City as Bad as Gotham

In the narrative, Sam’s meeting with his fellow Nazis unfolds in a city that shares a sinister reputation akin to Gotham City, where the original Question, Vic Sage, resides. Eventually, the mantle of the Question transitions to Renee Montoya, further enriching the cinematic lore.

3 V-J Day in Times Square

G.I. Robot Was There Too!

Adding a comedic flair, the episode includes a playful depiction of G.I. Robot standing beside the iconic V-J Day photograph, capturing a moment of celebration at the end of WWII. The robot’s presence during this historic event underscores both its military significance and its uncertain future following the war.

2 Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man

One of DC’s Weirdest Characters

Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man vs Doom Patrol

Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man in Creature Commandos

Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man featured in Doom Patrol

Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man in Doom Patrol

In a particularly strange twist, G.I. Robot is shown interacting with several of Waller’s other imprisoned entities, including Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man—arguably one of the most unique and surreal characters in DC lore, who can alter parts of his body at will. Recently, he gained notoriety with his live-action portrayal in the DC series Doom Patrol.

1 Crimson Centipede

Believe It or Not…A Wonder Woman Enemy

A notable appearance in this episode includes the Crimson Centipede, a legitimate villain from the DC Comics universe. This character was crafted by the god of war to serve as a tormentor to Wonder Woman, initially making waves through a bizarre pattern of robberies that spread chaos for the Amazon to thwart.

New episodes of Creature Commandos premiere every Thursday on Max.

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