HBO Max surprised fans today by unexpectedly releasing the first trailer for its upcoming cop‑buddy superhero series, Lanterns—and what a treat it is.
The Green Lanterns are renowned intergalactic peacekeepers, and Earth’s most iconic Lantern, Hal Jordan, takes center stage once again. In this series, Hal is mentoring his potential successor, John Stewart, as the two investigate a mysterious murder in a small Nebraska town. Their search leads them into increasingly dark territory, forcing the duo to navigate small‑town politics, local secrets, and the watchful eye of a wary county sheriff.
Complicating things even further is the arrival of fellow Green Lantern Guy Gardner, whose grating personality adds tension—and humor—to the investigation.
The stellar cast includes:
- Kyle Chandler as the seasoned veteran, Hal Jordan
- Aaron Pierre as the promising recruit, John Stewart
- Nathan “Captain Tightpants” Fillion returning as the ever‑obnoxious Guy Gardner
- Kelly Macdonald as Sheriff Kerry Macon, the town’s protective law officer
Lanterns is set to premiere on HBO Max this August.
Watch the trailer below!
⚠️ Content Warning
This trailer contains strong language, including three uses of the F‑bomb.
I don’t normally post trailers with this level of profanity, as we strive to keep Geeky KOOL content in the PG/PG‑13 range. However, given the excitement around this series—and the lack of a cleaner version—I decided to share it here with a clear warning.
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