The highly anticipated DC series 'Lanterns' will premiere on HBO with a thrilling mystery involving iconic Green Lanterns, also known as Hal Jordan, and John Stewart.
- Jun 26, 2024
AceShowbiz - The "Lanterns" series, based on the popular DC Comics characters, has moved from Max streaming service to HBO and has received an official series order. The redeveloped adaptation will focus on the intergalactic adventures of legendary Green Lantern a.k.a. Hal Jordan and new recruit John Stewart.
Hal Jordan, previously portrayed by Ryan Reynolds in the 2011 "Green Lantern" film, is a reinvention of the original Green Lantern from the 1940s. John Stewart, on the other hand, is the first African-American superhero to grace DC Comics, created in the early 1970s.
Chris Mundy will serve as showrunner and executive producer for 'Lanterns,' collaborating with Damon Lindelof and Tom King, who will also write the series. The show is an integral part of a new DC Universe strategy that includes moving high-budget scripted series to linear television networks for initial airing.
The eight-episode straight-to-series order will feature a compelling storyline that revolves around a murder investigation in the American heartland. As Hal and John team up to unravel the mystery, they will encounter a dark and enigmatic force that may have far-reaching consequences.
No casting announcements have been made for the series, which will join other big-budget shows on HBO, such as "Harry Potter" and "Welcome to Derry".
"We are thrilled to bring this seminal DC title to HBO with Chris, Damon, and Tom at the helm," said James Gunn and Peter Safran, Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs of DC Studios. "John Stewart and Hal Jordan are iconic characters, and 'Lanterns' will bring their thrilling adventures to life while setting the stage for the unified DCU we are launching next summer."
"Lanterns" is a testament to the ongoing evolution of the DC Universe, showcasing the rich storytelling potential of these beloved characters in a captivating mystery that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
