Creature Commandos: Check out all about show’s release window, cast and more

Frank Grillo, set to star as Rick Flag Sr. in James Gunn's Creature Commandos, describes the animated series as "funny and filthy," hinting at its R-rating. The show marks Gunn's foray into the DC Universe and is set to kick off later this year. Here’s what we know about the show.

Creature Commandos: An R-Rated Adventure?

In a recent interview, Frank Grillo discussed his role in Creature Commandos, highlighting the seniority and gravitas of his character, Rick Flag Sr. He emphasized the humor and mature content of the series, noting its "hard R" rating. Grillo praised the script's humor, recalling moments where he had to stop recording due to laughter, depicting the show's irreverent tone. Grillo also hinted at potential live-action appearances, expressing excitement for future projects with James Gunn and DC.

Creature Commandos: A Brief History

The Creature Commandos, a special military unit of supernatural beings, first appeared in 1980. Created by J.M. DeMatteis and Pat Broderick, they were used as a covert team in World War II. The animated series will follow their black ops adventures in the shadows of society.

Cast, Release Window

Creature Commandos features an impressive cast, with many voice actors potentially doubling as their live-action counterparts. The series stars Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., Maria Bakalova as Princess Ilana Rostovic, Indira Varma as The Bride, Zoë Chao as Nina Mazursky, Alan Tudyk as Dr. Phosphorus, David Harbour as Eric Frankenstein, Anya Chalotra as Circe, Sean Gunn as G.I. Robot, and Steve Agee as John Economos. The series may get released in 2024.

FAQs:

Will Creature Commandos tie into other DC Universe projects?
While Creature Commandos is its own standalone project, there may be potential tie-ins or crossovers with other DC Universe projects in the future.

Are there plans for a live-action adaptation of Creature Commandos?
Frank Grillo hinted at the possibility of playing Rick Flag Sr. in live-action, suggesting that there may be plans for such adaptations in the future.