The Collywobbles

This is definitely a James Gunn show. You can't confuse it with anything else. All his crazy ideas, music taste and his style overall are found in this series. The first episode, called "The Collywobbles", is really good. The animation style looks great.

The episode starts with Amanda Waller talking with Rick Flag Sr. About a situation in Pokolistan. Circe, an Amazon sorceress from Themyscira wants to assassinate the princess of Pokolistan, Illana Rostovic. Waller creates a new team consisting of "non-humans" because A. R. G. U. S. Has forbidden her making another task force with humans. Task Force M (M for monster) is assigned to protect princess Illana.

It's a great start to the new DCU and it does feel like a James Gunn project (and that's good).

Also, note that there's a nude scene in this episode. No frontal nudity shown. One character tries to seduce another.

Probably the worst animated project in DC in the last 20 years probaly???

DC animated films were always a blast and perhaps achieved a style and storytelling worth from the level of comics in a great way of introducing classic stories to the big public and from a generation that grew up watching Justice League and Batman peak animation shows this Creature Commandos was a dissatisfaction.

Firstly James Gunn recycled the overused already Suicide Squad format again again and again here and where is the fun to see the same archetype from two films and some pretty good animated projetcs. And for a first in a new highly anticipated DC that was a slow start.

In retrospect DC has a legacy in animated films and stories and this looks worse than maybe the 90s and 2000s features in sense of creative and narrative choices.

When it comes to James Gunn's DCU, I've been cautiously optimistic. I have faith that Gunn and his crew can make something really special out of it, but at the same time, there's been a frustrating lack of clarity as to exactly what the heck's been going on! With the premiere of Creature Commandos, we fortunately have some clarity about what's canon within the DCU. While that clarity may be a make or break for some, it does at least give better insight into what to expect from this new universe. Now as for Creature Commandos itself, I think it's a good show but probably one of Gunn's weaker efforts. The beginning of the premiere is hampered by exposition reminiscent to that of the DCEU's Suicide Squad (2016), and there's a certain level of raunchy goofiness which, while not foreign to Gunn or his DC projects, is something I'm not completely on board with or at the very least felt it wasn't in very good taste this time around. Nonetheless, to say this is a weaker effort from Gunn doesn't make it bad, because like every great project from him, there's a colorful cast of characters to follow and the animation is quite clean and crisp! Overall, not the best start, but pretty good!

The launch of the new DC Universe under James Gunn and Peter Safran has been one of the most anticipated moments in recent entertainment history. Tasked with reimagining DC Studios, Gunn and Safran have promised a unified and distinct creative vision, blending the depth of the comic book source material with fresh, modern sensibilities. While the overall scope of the universe is still a little unclear, and despite a strange release strategy, it has nonetheless gotten fans very hyped for the next chapter of DC. "Creature Commandos," written by James Gunn, marks the official entry into this new DC Universe - and it does not disappoint.

This inaugural episode, "The Collywobbles," introduces us to the Creature Commandos, a motley crew of misfits and monsters brought together under the iron-fisted direction of Amanda Waller and led by General Rick Flag, Sr. Gunn's knack for assembling quirky, dysfunctional teams shines brightly here. The Commandos - each with their own bizarre quirks and dynamic personalities - bring to mind the unorthodox camaraderie in "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "The Suicide Squad." Their chemistry is infectious, with witty banter and emotional undertones that hint at layers of complexity to be explored in future episodes. The episode's premise sets up a promising foundation for the series. While the narrative is undeniably fun, complete with Gunn's signature blend of irreverence and heart, the story feels like it's just beginning to find its footing. This is not a flaw as much as a tease; "The Collywobbles" lays the groundwork for what could be a truly engaging serialized adventure. One of the most exciting aspects is the tone it sets for the larger DC Universe. This is a hard R-rated animated project, with visceral action and mature themes, demonstrating the creative flexibility Gunn and Safran envision for their universe. The new DCU promises to embrace diverse stories, tones, and genres - ranging from dark and gritty to humorous and whimsical - and "Creature Commandos" exemplifies the ethos by fully leaning into its absurd, over-the-top premise. Visually, the animation may strike some as simplistic at first glance, but it develops an aesthetic that balances accessibility with a hint of comic book grit, complementing the narrative and tone effectively.

"The Collywobbles" is a strong start for the series and the new DC Universe. It captures the spirit of a James Gunn production - oddball characters, sharp humor, and surprising emotional beats - while hinting at the limitless potential of this revamped DCU. Gunn and Safran's DC Universe is officially here, and if this is any indication, we're in for a thrilling ride.

James Gunn's continued casting of his brother (no matter how important or annoying). Like you don't need to add him in everything, it's just pointless. Weasel is beyond annoying, that liberal silence would have achieved more.

I can't wait for him to be cast as Batman or The Flash. Weasel gets more screen time, than almost any other character. The gag only goes so far, especially after you brush past a character like Rick Flagg! You could've given him a cameo and that would've been awesome. But Nooo, just force Sean Gunn down our throats.

Is there a better way to solve this conundrum, like use your connections and help him get his own acting credits. Or has that been tried and that's why we're here in this vicious loophole. Just throw him some money and improve your overall product. Word of advice, your audience can only take so much till your audience turns on you.