Lanterns
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Lanterns will be the first story on the DCU timeline thanks to a flashback storyline in 2016The upcoming television series 'Lanterns' will serve as the first story on the new DC Universe timeline, featuring a dual timeline structure. The primary narrative is set in 2016, following Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a shooting in Nebraska, with a secondary timeline set 10 years later in 2026.- James Gunn confirms Lanterns HBO release date, hours after the teaser was mysteriously pulled from YouTubeDC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran have confirmed that the new HBO series Lanterns will premiere on August 16. The show, which follows Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart investigating a murder, was teased with a trailer that was briefly pulled from YouTube before being re-released with the confirmed date. Gunn described the series as a blend of superhero and buddy cop genres with a 'True Detective' vibe.
- Lanterns co-creator Damon Lindelof says he was "sloppy and careless" after mocking the 'Green' in…Damon Lindelof, co-creator of the upcoming DC series Lanterns, has apologized for a joke he made mocking the 'Green' in Green Lantern. He clarified his actual feelings, stating he was honored to be part of the team and was careless with his words. Comic writer Grant Morrison also weighed in, defending the importance of 'Green' in the character's name.
Green Lantern legend Grant Morrison also isn't a fan of the Lanterns trailer: "What is this jockish dismissal of superhero conventions intended to prove anyway?"Legendary comic writer Grant Morrison has expressed disappointment with the trailer for the upcoming DC series Lanterns, criticizing its perceived dismissal of traditional superhero conventions. The trailer shifts the focus from the Green Lantern's cosmic adventures to a rural murder mystery, a direction that contrasts with Morrison's own acclaimed psychedelic run on the character.
16 New Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series Premiering in 2026 You Should WatchThe year 2026 is set to feature 16 new and returning science fiction and fantasy television series. These upcoming shows span various subgenres, including space exploration dramas, dystopian thrillers, superhero sagas, and cyberpunk adaptations. Notable premieres include new seasons of Silo, The Boys, and Invincible, alongside new series like Star City, The Boroughs, and Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.
Green Lantern John Stewart is joining the cast of Man of Tomorrow as Aaron Pierre signs on for the Superman sequelAaron Pierre has been cast as Green Lantern John Stewart in the upcoming Superman sequel, Man of Tomorrow. This casting confirms Stewart's next appearance following his leading role in the Lanterns streaming series, where he trains to replace Hal Jordan as Earth's protector.
16 Must-See Sci-Fi & Fantasy Shows Premiering in 20262026 is set to be a significant year for science fiction and fantasy television, with 16 highly anticipated shows slated for release. The lineup includes new installments in established franchises like Star Trek and The Boys, alongside original series exploring themes of space exploration, dystopian futures, and superhero narratives. Notable upcoming series include Star City, Silo Season 3, The Boroughs, VisionQuest, and Starfleet Academy.