As an avid fan of both superhero stories and gripping character-driven dramas, I can’t help but be utterly thrilled by the prospect of Stephan James taking on the role of John Stewart in HBO’s Green Lantern series. With his impressive track record, including his captivating performance as Jesse Owens in Race and his Emmy-nominated work in Homecoming, it’s clear that James has the acting chops to bring depth and nuance to this iconic character.
The upcoming HBO series titled “Green Lantern” is in the process of selecting the main character, John Stewart, and they might have found their top choice. While Kyle Chandler has been cast as co-lead Hal Jordan, the future of Green Lantern within the DC Universe largely depends on who takes on the role of John Stewart. It’s crucial for this highly anticipated project to find the perfect actor for the beloved superhero, and it looks like they are moving in the right direction.
As per industry expert Jeff Sneider’s latest updates, it appears that Stephen James is currently the leading contender for the role of John Stewart in HBO’s upcoming series, Lanterns. Earlier reports suggested that both Stephen James and Aaron Pierre from Rebel Ridge were being considered, but recent developments seem to favor James in the Green Lantern competition. Sneider also mentioned that executive producers Chris Mundy (Ozark), Damon Lindelof (Watchmen, Lost), Tom King, and DC Studios co-chief James Gunn are strongly advocating for Stephen James’ inclusion in the main cast for Lanterns.
I must admit, it’s a bit disheartening to learn that the incredible talent who left us all spellbound in Netflix’s action-thriller “Rebel Ridge,” Pierre, might not be part of the upcoming series “Lanterns.” However, let me remind you that James’ resume speaks volumes. Beyond his captivating performance in “If Beale Street Could Talk,” he has an impressive list of accolades, such as portraying Jesse Owens in the 2016 sports biopic “Race.” His talent was also recognized with an Emmy nomination for Quibi’s “#Freerayshawn” and he graced our screens in the Emmy-nominated TV series “Homecoming.” Moving forward, James will star alongside Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington in Netflix’s “The Piano Lesson.
The Lanterns Show Cast & Crew
If Stephan James secures the part of John Stewart in “Lanterns,” he’ll be working alongside an outstanding cast and crew for the HBO series. Chris Mundy, who serves as showrunner and co-writer on the Green Lantern project, is also responsible for “Ozark.” Damon Lindelof, best known for his work on the sensational “Watchmen” series, will serve as executive producer and contribute to the scriptwriting. Tom King, renowned for his comic writing in projects like “Strange Adventures” and “Batman,” will also be a part of the team penning the DCU series. According to THR, James Hawses has been officially hired to direct the initial two episodes of “Lanterns,” following impressive performances on “Slow Horses” and “The Alienist.
Absolutely, alongside James, Hal Jordan – portrayed by Kyle Chandler – would be there, his co-lead and fellow space policeman. Despite speculations about Josh Brolin getting the part, the role eventually went to the Friday Night Lights actor for the iconic superhero character. The choice of a middle-aged actor for Hal Jordan, while a younger one is being considered for John Stewart, is because in this universe, John Stewart will become the primary Green Lantern in the DCU in the future. In this storyline, Hal is an experienced hero who is more near retirement than his young and agile partner, John. The plot of Lanterns draws inspiration from True Detective, as suggested by the following official synopsis:
The narrative unfolds around John Stewart, a fresh recruit, and Hal Jordan, a legendary Green Lantern, who are space-faring officers compelled to solve a sinister riddle on Earth, as they delve into an unsolved murder in the Midwest region of America.
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2024-10-09 19:02