Lanterns Takes Flight: Josh Brolin Poised for Hal Jordan Role?
Logline
Oscar nominee Josh Brolin, known for his roles as Thanos and Cable, might be eyeing another superhero gig at DC Studios with the upcoming HBO series, Lanterns.
Breakdown
Josh Brolin in talks for Hal Jordan role:
- Thanos and Cable veteran in potential Green Lantern role
- Could join DC’s upcoming Lanterns series on HBO
- Speculation around his acceptance of the offer
Plot Beats
The Lanterns series:
- Follows John Stewart and Hal Jordan
- Two intergalactic cops investigating a murder in America’s heartland
Cast and Crew
Who’s involved:
- Executive producers: Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, Tom King
- Co-writers: Damon Lindelof, Tom King
Buzz and Highlights
Why it matters:
- Josh Brolin’s casting could significantly impact the show’s success
- Provides new direction for DC’s Green Lantern narrative
- Builds on the unified DCU strategy
Production Notes
Background context:
- Lanterns got a straight-to-series order from HBO in June 2024
- Announcement followed a year-long wait since January 2023
- Series aims to be a foundational part of DCU launching with Superman next summer
Closing Credits
Stay tuned:
- Keep an eye out for Brolin’s final decision
- Anticipate the Lanterns series release and the official launch of the unified DCU next summer
