Emmy-Winning Kyle Chandler in Talks to Star as Hal Jordan in HBO's Green Lantern 'Lanterns' Series

Sep 23, 2024, 05:47 PM

Emmy-winning actor Kyle Chandler is reportedly in negotiations to star as Hal Jordan in HBO's upcoming 'Lanterns' series, based on the Green Lantern DC comics. The series, which will begin filming in January 2025, is described as a dark, gritty, 'True Detective'-like plot focusing on Hal Jordan reluctantly mentoring a younger Lantern, John Stewart. The show is produced by DC Studios and HBO, with involvement from Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and comic book legend Tom King. Chandler's deal does not include any movie components beyond the series. Recent casting speculation also included Chris Pine as a potential candidate for the role of Hal Jordan, a legendary member of the Green Lantern Corps.