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If there’s one thing James Gunn and Peter Safran have made clear about the new DC Universe, it’s that they don’t want to simply repeat what came before. The pair are building a connected DCU where movies and TV shows can feed into one another, while still giving each project its own tone and identity. And with “Superman” kicking things off, we’re starting to get a better idea of what this new universe could look like.One of the most interesting projects on the horizon is “Lanterns.” The HBO series follows veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and rookie John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) as they investigate a mysterious murder in Nebraska. On paper, it sounds more like a gritty detective thriller than a traditional superhero show, but that might be exactly why I’m so intrigued. The mystery is expected to connect to the wider DCU, meaning there could be much more going on beneath the surface.And, naturally, fans have already started digging for clues. I’ve found five insane theories about “Lanterns” that could completely change how we see the new DCU (and some of them are wild).
Welcome to Theory Thursday, a new series where I dive into the wildest fan theories, connect the biggest clues, and share my predictions about what could be coming next in film and TV. Today, we’re exploring theories surrounding “Lanterns,” the new DCU series from James Gunn.
