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Lanterns
TV Series· Sci-Fi· 1 Season· 8 Episodes· 2026
About this series
The DC Universe is heading into intergalactic territory with HBO's Lanterns.
Legendary Green Lantern Hal Jordan teams up with rising star John Stewart in this detective thriller that follows the duo as they investigate a mysterious murder in the American heartland, uncovering secrets that could have major implications on our planet and beyond.
DC fans will appreciate the dive into the rich lore of the Green Lantern Corps - the deep-space police force fighting evil fuelled by their power rings, capable of creating anything the ring wearers could imagine. Expect to see several familiar faces in this new twist on a DC classic.
Blending beloved superhero stories with prestige crime drama vibes, Lanterns is set to be one of the most ambitious entries into the new DCU.
Legendary Green Lantern Hal Jordan teams up with rising star John Stewart in this detective thriller that follows the duo as they investigate a mysterious murder in the American heartland, uncovering secrets that could have major implications on our planet and beyond.
DC fans will appreciate the dive into the rich lore of the Green Lantern Corps - the deep-space police force fighting evil fuelled by their power rings, capable of creating anything the ring wearers could imagine. Expect to see several familiar faces in this new twist on a DC classic.
Blending beloved superhero stories with prestige crime drama vibes, Lanterns is set to be one of the most ambitious entries into the new DCU.
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- Who is in the cast of Lanterns?
- Kyle Chandler stars as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre stars as John Stewart, with Kelly Macdonald, Nathan Fillion, Garret Dillahunt, Ulrich Thomsen, and Laura Linney also appearing.
- Who created Lanterns?
- The series was created by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, with Mundy serving as showrunner.
- What is the Lanterns release date?
- Lanterns is set to premiere on 17 August 2026.
- Is the show Lanterns part of the DC Universe?
- Yes, Lanterns is the third television series in James Gunn and Peter Safran's rebooted DC Universe.
- Where was Lanterns filmed?
- Principal photography took place in Los Angeles, California, including at Warner Bros. Studios Burbank, from February to July 2025.
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