HBO Max Lanterns Event: Release Date Estimate, News & Updates

DC’s Lanterns is a highly anticipated superhero series created by Chris Mundy, following Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart as they investigate a murder in Nebraska and uncover larger mysteries. The estimated release date for DC’s Lanterns is early 2026. The project has officially wrapped filming and is now in post-production, which typically takes several months to a year.

James Gunn, co-CEO and Chairman of DC Studios, announced Lanterns as part of the “Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters” slate. The series will consist of eight episodes and feature Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan, Aaron Pierre as John Stewart, Kelly Macdonald as Kerry, and Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner. Lanterns will premiere on HBO Max alongside other major DCU titles.

Keep an eye out for Lanterns in early 2026 for an exciting mix of Green Lantern adventures in a thrilling true crime series format. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the anticipated release date!