Setback Strikes James Gunn's Debut DCU Endeavor
James Gunn's debut DCU project faces unexpected delays as SAG-AFTRA members remain absent from work, posing challenges for its release Stay tuned for updates on the anticipated film's progress
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The Creature Commandos animated series, planned for release in 2024 as part of the rebooted DCU, has been delayed to 2025 due to ongoing strikes in the industry.
The series will encompass a total of 7 episodes, with each episode having a duration of 22 minutes. Fans are eagerly awaiting its release, particularly due to its significance as the inaugural project under the new DC Studios leadership.
The delay could prove advantageous for the series, providing a respite from the overwhelming abundance of superhero content and allowing sufficient time for revitalization before its debut on the Max streaming service in 2025.
According to a recent report, the progress of the Creature Commandos project in the rebooted DCU, led by James Gunn and Peter Safran, has been hindered by ongoing strikes that halted the entire industry for a significant portion of the year.
The Creature Commandos are a superhero team consisting of mutated humans who adopt the personas of mythical creatures and work for the US government in some capacity. They experienced a resurgence during the New 52 era of comics, a comprehensive reboot of DC comics that also influenced the DC Universe Online video game and brought attention to lesser-known characters. This reintroduction proved advantageous when it was announced that the Creature Commandos would be included in the rebooted DCU under the guidance of DC Studios leaders Gunn and Safran.
Creature Commandos, announced as part of Gunn's DCU Chapter 1 slate reveal, was set to be the first project released under the new banner in 2024. However, due to ongoing strikes, the release has been pushed to 2025. Bobbypills Animation Studios has confirmed that the project will consist of a season with seven 22-minute episodes. Evidence supporting this claim was provided through a video clip from a presentation titled "Bobbypills: An Adult Animation Studio's Journey to CG". Gunn had previously reaffirmed the 2024 release date in August, making the shift to 2025 a recent and potentially disappointing update for both Gunn and fans. Apart from the labor-intensive process of creating high-quality visuals, the actor's strike further delays the completion of the project's voice recording.
The DCU is facing further setbacks due to the delay, pushing back the premiere of the new regime by more than a year after Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. While this may not be ideal, there is a potential positive aspect to it. Fatigue surrounding the superhero genre is currently at its peak, largely due to Disney's continuous release of Marvel projects after Endgame. However, rumors suggest that even Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige acknowledges this issue and is planning a reboot of the MCU with Avengers: Secret Wars in 2027.
Creature Commandos, as the first DCU project, carries high expectations despite being an animated series. Fans are eagerly anticipating its release and hoping that it can overcome the comparisons to Doom Patrol, which was canceled. Gunn's success with Guardians of the Galaxy has raised hopes for Creature Commandos, but fans will have to wait until 2025 to see if it can achieve similar success in the DCU.
Creature Commandos is now set to release for streaming on Max in 2025.
Creature Commandos
Follows a group of military superhumans composed of a human leader, a werewolf, a vampire, Frankenstein's monster, and a gorgon.
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Editor's P/S
As a fan of DC Comics, I am both excited and disappointed by the news that James Gunn's debut DCU project, Creature Commandos, has been delayed to 2025 due to ongoing strikes in the industry. On the one hand, I am eager to see what Gunn and his team have in store for this lesser-known superhero team, and I believe that the extra time will allow them to polish the series and make it the best it can be. On the other hand, I am disappointed that I will have to wait longer to see the Creature Commandos in action, and I worry that the delay could dampen excitement for the project.
Overall, I think the delay of Creature Commandos is a setback for the DCU, but I am still optimistic about the future of the franchise under Gunn's leadership. I believe that Gunn has a clear vision for the DCU, and I am confident that he will be able to deliver on his promises. In the meantime, I will be patiently waiting for the release of Creature Commandos and other upcoming DCU projects.
