In a real “didn’t we already know?” Good news, HBO has officially greenlit the DCU drama series Lanterns, founded on the Green Lantern comics. This is one of the titles discussed by James Gunn in his now-famous DCU video in early 2023. In fact, it made it seem determined. However, given how fickle Warner Bros. In those days, I guess not. Regardless, HBO gave Lanterns an order for eight direct-to-series episodes. Emmy nominee Chris Mundy (True Detective: Night Country; Ozark) will be the showrunner.
Big news for the series, Kyle Chandler will take on the role of Hal Jordan in Lanterns. Yes, Chandler has officially been cast as Green Lantern. We think it’s a smart choice, no doubt. You can see it well.
Additionally, the series revealed that Aaron Pierre (The Underground Railroad) will play Green Lantern John Stewart. Kelly Macdonald of Boardwalk Empire also joins Lanterns as “Sheriff Kerry,” a pragmatic woman who is deeply loyal to her circle of family and those close to her. it unites the city. His resilience, shaped through a complex afterlife that has strengthened his resolve, anchors him as the secrets of community begin to surface. According to Deadline, Kelly Macdonald’s character may simply “be a potential love interest for Chandler’s Hal Jordan. “Very interesting.
Behind the camera, Slow Horses and Doctor Who director James Hawes is set to direct the first block of episodes for Lanterns. This from The Hollywood Reporter.
The synopsis for the series says it follows “new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, two intergalactics drawn into a dark, earthy mystery as they investigate a homicide in the heartland of America. ” Pretty cool concept for a Green Lantern series. Intergalactic solves a mystery on Earth. It definitely has True Detective vibes.
Joining Mundy in writing the series are heavy hitters Damon Lindelof (Watchmen, The Leftovers) and comedian Tom King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow). James Gunn and Peter Safran said of the announcement: “We are thrilled to bring this iconic DC name to HBO with Chris, Damon and Tom at the helm. John Stewart and Hal Jordan are two of DC’s most desirable characters, and Lanterns brings them to life in an original detective story that is a core component of the unified DCU that we will debut next summer with Superman.
It is still known when the series will debut. Of course, we’ll keep you posted on all casting news as it evolves.
Originally published on June 25, 2024.
Kyle Anderson is the Senior Editor for Nerdist. He hosts the weekly pop culture deep-dive podcast Laser Focus. You can find his film and TV reviews here. Follow him on Instagram and Letterboxd.
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