Aaron Pierre stars as John Stewart in HBO’s new series ‘Lanterns’, which premieres on August 16. This marks the first Green Lantern solo project in over a decade, featuring a new storyline and characters.
The show follows John Stewart and Hal Jordan as they investigate a murder in the American heartland. The series consists of eight episodes, with the first two directed by James Hawes.
Key details:
- The premiere date is set for August 16, 2026.
- There are a total of eight episodes planned for the series.
- The finale is expected to air on September 4, 2026.
Alongside Pierre, the cast includes Kelly Macdonald, Garret Dillahunt, Poorna Jagannathan, and Ulrich Thomsen. Nathan Fillion reprises his role as Guy Gardner.
The series is co-written by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King. Mundy stated that their goal is to deliver “a layered drama – rooted in nuanced storytelling and rich world building.”
James Gunn, co-head of DC Studios, has expressed excitement about the project. He tweeted: “Beware my power, Green Lantern’s light. #Lanterns premieres August 16 on @hbomax.”
However, there have been complications; the original trailer was removed due to an expired music license. Further developments regarding promotional material are expected soon.
