HBO's 'Lanterns' Promises Grounded Storytelling with Sci-Fi Flair

The Green Lantern series, led by Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler, blends crime drama and superhero elements as production continues for a 2026 release.

• Director James Hawes highlights the show's grounded tone, likening its humor and depth to works like 'Slow Horses' and 'Black Mirror.'
• Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler star as Green Lanterns John Stewart and Hal Jordan, investigating a murder in Nebraska.
• The series balances its realistic setting with the fantastical powers of the Green Lanterns, aiming for a seamless integration of genres.
• The creative team includes notable talents such as Damon Lindelof, Chris Mundy, and Tom King, ensuring high-quality storytelling.
• Scheduled for an early 2026 debut on HBO and Max, 'Lanterns' is a key piece in James Gunn's revamped DC Universe.

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