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After a fatal shooting, Green Lantern Hal Jordan and new recruit John Stewart set out to prove it was an extraterrestrial event.
Trust FallWhile John’s middling errand ultimately proves eventful, Hal makes waves in Rushville – which only inspires him to dig deeper.
OutKastWhen his dad misunderstands a contact attempt from the Guardians, John is put forth as the next best option to fulfill the Green Lantern destiny. Then, after a lifetime of preparation, John finally gets his chance to interview for the Guardians.
The WeenieAs the 48-hour deadline nears, John develops a new theory about the Manhunter’s location, leading him and Hal to run their next move by Sheriff Kane. Meanwhile, Hal’s visit to Sinestro has consequences.
Lights OutAs the Macon family's history unravels, Rushville mobilises in the face of the escalating threat. As John is placed in an impossible position, Hal risks everything in a final attempt to take down the Manhunter.
Bad OpticsNow in business with his brother Marcus, John is on the verge of landing a major investor for his innovative take on panic rooms when an unexpected phone call pulls him back to Rushville – and everything he worked so hard to leave behind.
The Jordan Boys’ LegacyFinding themselves on another planet, Hal and John must put aside their fractured past to solve a murder. Along their journey, both men are forced to confront the ghosts of their pasts...and the ways their childhoods shaped who they are today.
Dirt and StarsAs John and Hal draw closer to the truth, John comes to an unexpected understanding with Sheriff Kane... just as a chilling new discovery emerges.
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Lanterns
TV Series· Sci-Fi· 1 Season· 8 Episodes· 2026
About this series
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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