HBO’s DCU Lanterns Series Adds Boardwalk Empire Star Kelly Macdonald

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As a movie critic with a keen eye for talent and a soft spot for actors who have graced our screens with their captivating performances, I am thrilled to see Kelly Macdonald joining the DC Universe. Her journey from her iconic debut in “Trainspotting” to voicing Merida in Pixar’s Brave and her numerous accolades, including an Emmy and a BAFTA nomination, have solidified her status as a versatile actress.

HBO’s show “Lanterns” has attracted a well-known actress, Kelly Macdonald, to its cast, marking her entry into the DCU. Known for her debut in the classic 1996 film “Trainspotting,” Macdonald has since established herself as a respected actress with numerous significant roles, including lending her voice to Merida in Pixar’s “Brave.” In 2006, she won an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Miniseries or a Movie for her performance in “The Girl in the Café.” The following year, she was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the BAFTAs for her role in “No Country for Old Men,” and later received Emmy and Golden Globe nominations for her portrayal of Margaret Thompson on HBO’s popular series “Boardwalk Empire.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, it has been confirmed that Macdonald has joined the cast of HBO’s “Lanterns” series. This upcoming show revolves around veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) who must reluctantly mentor a younger Lantern, John Stewart (Aaron Pierre). The duo becomes embroiled in a murder mystery set in the American heartland that could potentially have far-reaching cosmic connections with DC Comics. In this series, Macdonald will portray Sheriff Kerry, a strong-willed woman who is deeply committed to her family and small town. Her unwavering resilience, forged by a challenging past that has hardened her spirit, provides stability when the town’s secrets start to unravel. There are rumors suggesting that Macdonald’s character may develop romantic feelings towards Hal Jordan.

Over the last couple of months, the popularity of the upcoming series titled “Lanterns” has been gaining momentum. With Chandler and Pierre confirmed for the cast, it’s looking like production will start in 2025. The show is slated to debut on HBO in 2026, making it one of two major releases from DC Studios that year, alongside the movie “Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow.” The star-studded cast of Lanterns, which now includes Macdonald, underscores the fact that the new DC Universe will undeniably boast an abundance of top-notch acting talent.

Is Sheriff Kerry a Secret DC Green Lantern Character?

As a die-hard comic book fan, let me clarify something exciting: Sheriff Kerry isn’t one of those iconic DC Comics characters we all know and love. This means that the creative minds behind this upcoming series, Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, are either introducing a fresh character or they’ve got a clever twist up their sleeves—perhaps Kerry is actually someone else from DC’s vast roster, whose true identity remains hidden for now, just like how Marvel Studios unmasked Aubrey Plaza as Agatha Harkness’ secret alter ego, Death, in WandaVision.

The intrigue surrounding the Lanterns series intensifies as each new cast member and plot detail emerges. McDonald’s potential involvement with the DC Universe (DCU) may be limited to the Lanterns, but it could also expand to other projects. Given her law enforcement background, she might be approached by the DC government agency ARGUS. The Lanterns series, which unfolds on Earth and focuses on crime investigations, might intersect with James Mangold’s planned Swamp Thing film, considering Swamp Thing’s links to both the Black and White Lanterns within the broader DC Universe. Additionally, there is a strong possibility that the Lanterns will draw upon the aftermath of James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film, introducing another Green Lantern in the form of Guy Gardner, with Nathan Fillion stepping into the role. As the DC Universe (DCU) is still in its infancy, fan theories and discussions are bound to flourish, leading to numerous exciting speculations.

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2024-10-31 19:31