Lanterns: HBO's New Recruit in Sight – Aaron Pierre Takes on John Stewart
HBO has cast Aaron Pierre as John Stewart in its upcoming series, Lanterns (Updated)
Ditching the rumor mill, HBO's official announcement declares 'Rebel Ridge' star, Aaron Pierre, as the coveted John Stewart in the upcoming series, 'Lanterns'.
The announcement skips over the recent speculations centering Kyle Chandler, who was rumored to be in talks for the role of Hal Jordan. However, with HBO's communiqué, Chandler's casting has now become an official fact.
Reminding us of the series' gripping narrative, the official logline paints a vivid picture of intergalactic law enforcement and earth-bound mysteries. The story revolves around John Stewart, a new recruit, and Hal Jordan, a Lantern legend, who become embroiled in a dark American mystery while investigating a murder in the heartland.
Previously, reports suggested the production aimed to create a gritty 'True Detective'-esque atmosphere as it focuses on Jordan guiding a younger Lantern, John Stewart, who in DC comics history, was one of the first Black superheroes.
With his star on the rise, Pierre is set to shine brighter than ever, assuming the lead role as Mufasa in Barry Jenkins' highly-anticipated 'Lion King' prequel, due out this December from Disney.
The press release also heralds some key productions details, including the series being co-written by Chris Mundy and Damon Lindelof, along with renowned comic writer Tom King. Directing duties for the first two episodes will be handled by James Hawes, and, of course, the series is based on the highly popular DC comic 'Green Lantern'.
Joining the ranks, DC architect, James Gunn extends a warm welcome to his latest star, Aaron Pierre.
Update, 5:00 p.m. ET: The wait is over! Kyle Chandler, from 'Godzilla: King of the Monsters' and 'Friday Night Lights', has officially been cast as Hal Jordan.
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- The upcoming HBO series, 'Lanterns', will feature the 'True Detective'-esque gritty atmosphere and follows John Stewart, portrayed by Aaron Pierre, as he joins an intergalactic law enforcement team, working alongside Lantern legend Hal Jordan, who is likely to be played by Kyle Chandler.
- Despite initial speculations centering on Kyle Chandler for the role of Hal Jordan, HBO's official announcement confirmed his casting for the series, which will be co-written by Chris Mundy and Damon Lindelof, and directed by James Hawes for the first two episodes.
- The series, based on the popular DC comic 'Green Lantern', will also see Aaron Pierre in the lead role of Mufasa in the upcoming Disney prequel to 'The Lion King', due out in December.
- DC architect James Gunn has extended his warmest welcome to Aaron Pierre on Twitter, as his stardom continues to brighten, setting him on an exciting path in the world of television and entertainment. #Lanterns #HBO #GreenLantern #HalJordan #JohnStewart #AaronPierre