Archive · 29 Oct 2025
Lanterns Showrunner Describes DC Series as a 'Buddy Cop Show'
Imagine two space cops who are also superheroes called Lanterns!
One is a new guy named John Stewart, and the other is a more experienced one named Hal Jordan.
Their show is going to be like a detective story where they have to solve a mystery on Earth, kind of like in a buddy cop movie.
The show will explore how it's important for older heroes to know when it's time to let newer heroes take over.
The actor playing John Stewart feels a special connection to the role because he is a Black man and wants to do a great job playing this strong character.
The upcoming DC Studios and HBO series 'Lanterns' is described by showrunner Chris Mundy as a 'buddy cop show' as much as a superhero show.
The series stars Aaron Pierre as John Stewart and Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, focusing on their dynamic and the theme of replacement.
Mundy highlighted the internal balance and thoughtfulness of Aaron Pierre in his portrayal of John Stewart.
Pierre felt a responsibility as a Black man to deeply understand and authentically bring the character of John Stewart to life.
The plot involves the two intergalactic cops investigating a murder in the American heartland.
- Who
- Showrunner Chris Mundy, actors Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler
- What
- Teased details about the upcoming DC Studios and HBO series 'Lanterns,' describing it as a 'buddy cop show' and highlighting themes of replacement and responsibility.
- When
- Not specified in the article
- Where
- Not specified in the article, but involves an investigation in the 'American heartland'.
- Why
- To generate excitement and provide insight into the upcoming series' narrative and character dynamics.
- Series Name
- Lanterns
- Network
- HBO
- Production Studio
- DC Studios
- Main Characters
- John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler)
- Showrunner
- Chris Mundy
- Key Themes
- Replacement, balance, strength, responsibility