Early scores and reviews for James Gunn’sCreature Commandosreveal that the animatedDC Universeseries is one of the filmmaker’s best superhero projects. After becoming the co-CEO of DC Studios in November 2022 alongside producer Peter Safran, James Gunn’s DCU reboot announcement included the confirmation of aCreature Commandosseries for Max. The series' December 2024 release has gone hand-in-hand with the reveal of its earlyRotten Tomatoescritics score, which further cements Gunn as a superhero franchise expert.
Consisting of seven episodes premiering on December 5,Creature Commandoswill see a black ops team of monsters brought together by Amanda Waller following the events ofThe Suicide SquadandPeacemakerseason 1. The animated series marks the very start ofGunn and Safran’s rebooted DC Universe, introducing audiences to new characters and establishing a new continuity that the likes ofSuperman, Supergirl: Woman of TomorrowandLanternswill continue in the near future.Creature Commandos, thankfully, has gained early popularity, which is reflected in its impressiveRotten Tomatoesscore.
How Creature Commandos' RT Score Compares To James Gunn’s Other DC & Marvel Projects
James Gunn Has Produced Projects For Both DC & Marvel
Creature Commandos' Rotten Tomatoesscorewas first unveiled at the beginning of December 2024, and the series surprisingly debuted with a perfect 100% critics score based on 10 reviews. In the days since, however,more reviews (21 as of December 5) have brought the score down to 95%, but this is still seriously impressive for the first project in a brand-new superhero franchise.Creature Commandosalso stands tall among James Gunn’s other superhero projects both in the DCEU and in the MCU - though, of course, they all have significantly more reviews than the emerging animated series.
Guardians of the Galaxy
2014
92%
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
2017
85%
87%
2021
90%
82%
PeacemakerSeason 1
2022
93%
89%
I am GrootSeason 1
75%
94%
81%
I am GrootSeason 2
2023
77%
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
2024
95%
TBD
Based on only 21 reviews,Creature Commandosis the most well-reviewed superhero project produced by James Gunn, though its 95% critics score will likely decrease when more critics add their own opinions.The series' audience score is also yet to be determined, though only two of Gunn’s projects have breached a 90% audience score, so it remains to be seen whetherCreature Commandoswill join this elite group comprising 2014’sGuardians of the Galaxyand its 2023 threequel.Creature Commandos’early reviews are very positive, so it has a good chance of accomplishing this feat.
Why Creature Commandos' Reviews Are So Positive
Creature Commandos Is An Exciting Start To The DCU
The majority of the reviews forCreature Commandospoint out some flaws, but, overall, the response to the DCU’s first project has been positive. James Gunn’s signature style is pointed out to be coming through in spades, with particular praise being given toCreature Commandos’humor, heart and character-driven storytelling. This reflects Gunn’s successful development of theGuardians of the Galaxyfranchise in the MCU, though some have criticized the repetition of this tried-and-true formula. It won’t be long before audiences can make up their own minds aboutCreature Commandos, but it seems the DCU is in very good hands.
Creature Commandos
Cast
Creature Commandos follows the exploits of a secret team of incarcerated monsters recruited for perilous missions unsuitable for humans. Released in December 2024, the film explores themes of redemption and collaboration as the monstrous squad is tasked with handling threats that present dire challenges beyond human capability.
