Summary:
- HBO greenlights “Lanterns,” a new live-action series focusing on Green Lantern heroes John Stewart and Hal Jordan.
- Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King will lead the creative team, promising a grounded detective story with a “True Detective” feel.
- “Lanterns” will be a cornerstone of the upcoming DC Universe, aligning with James Gunn and Peter Safran’s unified vision.
Green Lantern fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief. HBO has officially greenlit a new live-action series titled Lanterns, focusing on the adventures of DC Comics’ iconic heroes John Stewart and Hal Jordan.
The series boasts a prestigious creative team. Chris Mundy, the showrunner behind the critically acclaimed Ozark, will helm the project. He’ll be joined by renowned writers Damon Lindelof (Watchmen, Lost) and Tom King, an Eisner Award winner for his work on DC Comics titles like Batman, Mister Miracle, and Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.
Lanterns marks a significant shift for Green Lantern on television. An earlier attempt by Greg Berlanti to develop a series focused on Guy Gardner and Alan Scott was ultimately scrapped in 2023.
The new series promises a fresh take on the Green Lantern mythos. Described as a detective story with a grounded, “True Detective” feel, it departs from the space opera approach envisioned by Berlanti. This aligns with the vision of DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran, who are building a unified DC Universe.
Gunn and Safran have expressed their enthusiasm for Lanterns, highlighting its role as a foundational piece for the upcoming DC Universe launch next summer, alongside the new Superman film.
Casey Bloys, chairman and CEO of HBO and Max Content, echoed the excitement, looking forward to reuniting with Chris Mundy and Damon Lindelof while collaborating with the acclaimed Tom King.
Produced by Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios, Lanterns promises a thrilling addition to the DC Universe. With its powerhouse creative team and focus on a detective-style Green Lantern story, the series is highly anticipated. While a release date hasn’t been announced, it’s expected to arrive sometime after the DCU’s launch next summer.
