As a seasoned gamer and a passionate fan of DC Universe, I must say that the recent casting announcements for the upcoming Green Lantern TV show titled “Lanterns” have me utterly thrilled! The addition of Kelly Macdonald to the cast is simply brilliant – her portrayal of Margaret Thompson in Boardwalk Empire was unforgettable and her role as Sheriff Kerry in this series seems tailor-made for her.
The Green Lantern TV series set in the DC Universe, known as “Lanterns,” has made significant progress in recent months by securing its main actors. Initially, it was rumored that Kyle Chandler would portray Hal Jordan, and this was subsequently confirmed on the same day that Aaron Pierre was announced to play John Stewart. Now, the third cast member for this upcoming DC show has been revealed: Kelly Macdonald from “Boardwalk Empire” will be taking on a role that evokes the atmosphere of “True Detective.
McDonald, starring as Margaret Thompson throughout the entirety of the crime series led by Steve Buscemi, has joined the cast of “Lanterns” to portray Sheriff Kerry, a fresh character not tied to DC Comics history. According to The Hollywood Reporter’s character sketch, Kerry is a practical woman with strong family ties and deep affection for her small, tight-knit community. Her unwavering resilience, molded by a challenging past that has strengthened her determination, supports her when the town’s hidden truths emerge. You might remember McDonald from films such as “Trainspotting,” “No Country for Old Men,” and “Nanny McPhee,” or recognize her voice as Merida in “Brave.
If you’ve kept up with the progress of “Lanterns,” you know that this upcoming series, initially airing on HBO before streaming with a Max subscription, will feature Hal Jordan and John Stewart as they solve a murder mystery set in the American heartland. Previously, Peter Safran, who jointly runs DC Studios with James Gunn, referred to “Lanterns” as a grand, HBO-caliber event reminiscent of the series “True Detective.” With Kelly Macdonald portraying a small-town sheriff who becomes entangled in this mystery that necessitates the involvement of two Green Lanterns, it effectively mirrors the anthology format popularized by shows starring actors such as Matthew McConaughey, Colin Farrell, Mahershala Ali, and Jodie Foster.
Currently, we’re clueless about the details of the mystery unfolding in Lanterns, including what it might involve. However, it’s a given that since Hal Jordan and John Stewart are involved, there will be aliens at play. While they’re ready to tackle human crimes if necessary, their primary role is protecting Sector 2814 from extraterrestrial threats. Given this, it seems reasonable to assume that Hal and John will team up with Sheriff Kelly to investigate the strange occurrences in her town.
Off-camera, Chris Mundy, known for his work on Netflix’s crime series Ozark, is penning and overseeing production alongside Damon Lindelof and Tom King. The series, titled Lanterns, will comprise eight episodes, with filming taking place from January to June 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. According to Peter Safran, the enigma surrounding characters Hal Jordan and John Stewart, whom they’re investigating, plays a significant part leading us into the primary narrative that spans both their films and television series, as he stated in January 2023.
Hey there fellow gamers! As a Lantern, I’ll keep you posted with all the latest updates about our beloved universe. If you can’t wait for the show to start, catch Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner in James Gunn’s Superman movie, set to hit cinemas on July 11, 2025!
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2024-10-30 22:38