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Lanterns Finale: Sheriff Kills Hal, Noah Revealed as Manhunter, John Stewart Becomes Earth's Solo Green Lantern
tv5 days ago

Lanterns Finale: Sheriff Kills Hal, Noah Revealed as Manhunter, John Stewart Becomes Earth's Solo Green Lantern

The season finale of HBO's 'Lanterns,' titled 'Dirt and Stars,' resolves the central mystery by revealing that Sheriff Kerry Kane (Kelly Macdonald) killed Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) in a panic after he discovered her son Noah (Shea Pritchard) is a Manhunter. Noah, Zoe's grandson, is also a Manhunter who sought a yellow lantern from Sinestro to fight the Guardians but ultimately chose to relinquish power. John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) refuses to kill Noah or arrest Kerry, instead accepting the Green Lantern ring as an independent operator. He rewrites the oath to embrace fear, marking a departure from traditional Corps hierarchy. The series averages 19 million viewers per episode, but no renewal has been confirmed amid Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Television.

via Variety|
#aaron-pierre#dc-comics#hbo-max
Lanterns creators defend Hal Jordan origin retcon as necessary character evolution
entertainment11 days ago

Lanterns creators defend Hal Jordan origin retcon as necessary character evolution

HBO’s Lanterns has faced scrutiny for altering Hal Jordan’s backstory, specifically changing his father’s death from an accident to a suicide. Showrunners Damon Lindelof, Chris Mundy, and Tom King defended the move in Episode 7, 'The Jordan Boys’ Legacy,' arguing that while changing canon is risky, it allows for deeper psychological exploration. Kyle Chandler, who plays Jordan, noted the change adds necessary darkness and pathology to the character. Critics and fans have largely praised the episode’s emotional depth, with Vulture awarding it five stars, though some initial fan outrage persisted regarding the deviation from DC Comics lore.

via A.V. Club|
#damon-lindelof#dc-comics#entertainment
Ed Boon’s Evasive Responses Fuel Injustice 3 Speculation Amidst Roster Leaks
gaming16 days ago

Ed Boon’s Evasive Responses Fuel Injustice 3 Speculation Amidst Roster Leaks

NetherRealm Studios' Ed Boon denied rumors of an Insomniac partnership but refused to confirm or deny Injustice 3, Mortal Kombat 13, or MK9 Remastered, stating that lack of external testing does not mean a game isn't in development. Meanwhile, a stunt worker's resume lists Supergirl and Batwoman for a project titled 'Injustice 3,' suggesting the DC fighting game is in active development despite the absence of an official announcement.

via EventHubs|
#dc-comics#ed-boon#gaming
Supergirl Arrives on HBO Max September 10
film1 month ago

Supergirl Arrives on HBO Max September 10

DC’s Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, directed by Craig Gillespie and based on Tom King’s DC Comics run, will stream on HBO Max on September 10, with Milly Alcock taking on the lead. After a modest theatrical run and mixed box-office/critical reception, Variety frames the streaming release as part of DC Studios’ broader long‑term streaming strategy.

via Variety|
#craig-gillespie#dc-comics#film
Lanterns Episode 2 Drops a Mogo Easter Egg for DC Fans
entertainment1 month ago

Lanterns Episode 2 Drops a Mogo Easter Egg for DC Fans

In Lanterns episode 2, Hal Jordan and John Stewart uncover a sly nod to DC lore when Hal’s vault is opened via voice key by saying “Mogo doesn’t socialize,” a line borrowed from Alan Moore’s Green Lantern tale about the planet-sized Mogo. The reference ties the show’s grounded detective premise to broader Green Lantern mythos while the Hal–John buddy dynamic continues to drive the story.

via SlashFilm|
#dc-comics#easter-egg#entertainment
Annecy Hails Batman Knightfall as Promising Animated Trilogy Opens
film3 months ago

Annecy Hails Batman Knightfall as Promising Animated Trilogy Opens

At the Annecy festival, Warner Bros. Animation debuted Part 1 of the Knightfall trilogy, an adult‑oriented Batman tale animated by Mir Co., featuring Anson Mount as Batman, Michael Mando as Bane, and Tim Drake in a pivotal Robin role. The premiere highlighted brutal action, sharp humor, and detective storytelling as Batman confronts trauma and Bane's scheme to break Gotham, signaling a potentially standout DC animated chapter and setting up a three-film arc.

via Variety|
#animation#annecy#batman
Gerry Conway, Architect Behind Marvel and DC Icons, Dies at 73
books-and-comics5 months ago

Gerry Conway, Architect Behind Marvel and DC Icons, Dies at 73

Gerry Conway, a pivotal comics writer who co-created the Punisher and the first Ms. Marvel and authored The Night Gwen Stacy Died, has died at 73; his work helped shape both Marvel and DC icons—including Firestorm, Vixen, Power Girl, Jason Todd, and Killer Croc—garnering tributes from Marvel and DC about his lasting impact on pop culture.

via Gizmodo|
#books-and-comics#dc-comics#gerry-conway
DC Unveils 2026's First Absolute Universe Crossover
entertainment7 months ago

DC Unveils 2026's First Absolute Universe Crossover

DC Comics revealed at ComicsPRO 2026 that its Absolute line will launch the first-ever universe-wide crossover in fall 2026, bringing together Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Superman, and the rest of the line; the plan is teased and will be fully revealed in the coming weeks as retailers and fans anticipate a major milestone following strong sales of the Absolute titles.

via Popverse|
#absolute-universe#batman#crossover-event
DC expands its Absolute line with Green Arrow and Catwoman, plus a teased event
comics7 months ago

DC expands its Absolute line with Green Arrow and Catwoman, plus a teased event

DC used ComicsPRO 2026 to unveil two new Absolute titles: Absolute Green Arrow, a six‑issue urban horror by Pornsak Pichetshote and Rafael Albuquerque launching in May, centered on a killer connected to Oliver Queen’s allies; and Absolute Catwoman, a six‑issue series by Che Grayson, Scott Snyder and Bengal launching in June, following Selina Kyle across the globe with high‑tech gear. DC also teased an Absolute Universe event miniseries later this year, signaling another crossover in the line.

via comicsbeat.com|
#absolute-catwoman#absolute-green-arrow#absolute-universe