Lanterns: First Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre Photo Worries Some Fans

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Summary

  • Lanterns DCU series reveals the first photo of Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler, sparking fan approval and concerns about tone.
  • Fans praised casting choices for Hal Jordan and John Stewart, while some worry the show may be too grounded and gritty.
  • Speculation arises about how the Green Lantern costumes will be portrayed, considering the negative reception of past adaptations.

I had the pleasure of sharing in the excitement as the DCU’s Lanterns series unveiled their first official snapshot featuring Green Lantern actors Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler. The overall response was positive, yet a few dedicated fans expressed apprehension about the HBO show’s mood that they perceived through this initial glimpse.

One of the first DCU projects to be announced by DC Studios boss James Gunn was titled “Lanterns.” This series focuses on Green Lantern characters Hal Jordan and John Stewart as they tackle an Earth-bound mystery connected to the broader DCU narrative. Gunn has characterized Lanterns as a grounded, gritty production, similar in style to HBO’s anthology crime drama series, True Detective. Although some fans might have desired a cosmic space adventure given the Green Lantern Corps’ role as an intergalactic law enforcement agency, the casting of Pierre as John Stewart and Chandler as Hal Jordan has instilled greater faith among viewers in this series.

First Look at Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler in the Green Lantern DCU Series

As a movie reviewer, I’m thrilled to share that the highly anticipated production of “Lanterns” is now underway! Director James Gunn recently unveiled the first official snapshot showcasing Pierre and Chandler in their roles as John Stewart and Hal Jordan respectively. Gunn couldn’t contain his enthusiasm for this DCU series, labeling it as “something truly extraordinary.”

The captivating photograph depicts both characters clad in civilian attire, strolling along a desolate highway. Eagle-eyed fans swiftly picked up on Chandler’s Hal Jordan donning a green ring on one finger – a subtle hint at the Green Lantern costumes yet to come.

Will The DCU’s Lanterns Series Be Too ‘Grounded and Gritty?”

In response to the initial image of Lanterns, the overall sentiment was largely favorable. Fans remained firm in their belief that Pierre and Chandler were ideal choices for John Stewart and Hal Jordan, with the phrase “aura” often appearing on the DCULeaks subreddit. Most agreed that the two actors appear well-suited to their roles based on the image. However, some fans voiced concerns about the Lanterns DCU series, with Reddit user Archer_Without_Fear expressing apprehension that Pierre and Chandler may seldom don the costumes, suggesting a perceived attempt by DC Studios to attach the Green Lantern brand to another HBO detective show. Meanwhile, Thangoman on Reddit speculated that maybe Warner Bros.’ CEO David Zaslav wasn’t convinced about the Green Lantern series, leading James Gunn to make the show more grounded in an effort to market it as “prestige” television.

Some people have proposed that maybe the Green Lantern costumes in the DC Universe will be hybrid designs, blending real-life garments with computer-generated imagery. Given this, it’s possible that DC Studios hasn’t yet revealed the Green Lantern outfits for the DCU, as they might be cautious about the mixed responses triggered by the initial full Superman suit image featuring David Corenswet. However, this is just speculation, and it may be premature to predict that the ‘Lanterns’ series will largely rely on Green Lantern costumes based solely on a single image.

Warner Bros. might harbor some apprehension regarding a potential Green Lantern series, given that Ryan Reynolds’ Green Lantern film received largely unfavorable feedback from both audiences and critics. This could make Warner Bros. wary about delving into the cosmic aspects of the Green Lantern franchise. However, Gunn has hinted that the mysteries surrounding the Lanterns are connected to the broader DC Universe narrative, and the supervillain Sinestro plays a role in the series. Hence, if the Lanterns storyline is intended to be grounded, it might not stay that way.

Lanterns is expected to premiere on HBO in 2026.

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2025-02-27 21:59