The DC Universe is ramping up its plans for an exciting future, and now, Kyle Chandler may be taking a key role in it. According to a report from Deadline, the veteran actor is in negotiations to star as Hal Jordan in Max’s highly anticipated Lanterns series. If Chandler lands the role, it will mark yet another major addition to the ever-expanding DC Studios universe, which is inching closer to bringing its own version of the Justice League to life.
Why Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan is a Big Deal
Kyle Chandler’s acting career stretches back to the late ’80s, and he’s been in some blockbuster projects, including Peter Jackson’s 2005 King Kong, Argo, Game Night, and Godzilla: King of the Monsters. He’s also no stranger to the small screen, having appeared in Netflix’s Slumberland and providing voice work for animated favorites like Family Guy and King of the Hill.
Chandler would be a strong fit for Hal Jordan, the fearless intergalactic space cop who wields one of the most powerful weapons in the universe: the Green Lantern Ring. If confirmed, he’ll be joining an already stellar DC lineup, which includes Nathan Fillion as fellow Green Lantern Guy Gardner in the upcoming Superman movie.
What to Expect from Lanterns
Lanterns, which was first announced in early 2023, is an eight-episode series set to air on Max and will play a major role in James Gunn and Peter Safran’s revamped DC Universe. Described as a “True Detective-type mystery,” the series will follow Hal Jordan and his partner, John Stewart, as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
Chris Mundy (known for his work on Ozark) will serve as showrunner, with a writing team led by Damon Lindelof (Lost, Watchmen) and Tom King, a beloved DC Comics writer. While the search for an actor to play John Stewart is still ongoing, Chandler’s potential involvement has already sent waves of excitement through the fan community.
The Official Plot: A Dark Mystery for the Green Lantern Corps
According to the official logline from HBO, the show will center around the partnership between new recruit John Stewart and the experienced Lantern legend Hal Jordan. Together, they’ll be “drawn into a dark, earth-based mystery” that stretches far beyond your average superhero adventure. It’s a gritty, noir-like take on the Green Lantern story, a sharp contrast to the more cosmic adventures fans might expect.
This show promises to introduce a whole new side of the Green Lantern Corps and could pave the way for the Green Lanterns’ involvement in future DCU films, potentially leading up to an epic Justice League team-up.
What’s Next for Lanterns?
While there’s still no official release date for Lanterns, the show is steadily making progress, having received its greenlight in June 2023. With Lanterns shaping up to be one of the most unique superhero series in recent memory, excitement is mounting as fans await further casting news, particularly regarding John Stewart’s role.
Stay tuned to Geek Freaks for more updates on this exciting new chapter for the DC Universe.
Source: Deadline
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