DC Studios May Be Close to Casting Chris Pine If Josh Brolin Turns Down Hal Jordan Role
The DC Universe is about to cast its next Hal Jordan, and while Josh Brolin (Avengers: Endgame) remains the top choice, new names are joining the list of candidates for this iconic role in Lanternsthe long-awaited HBO series. If Brolin decides to decline the offer, Chris Pine seems to be the favorite to play the famous Green Lantern. But who are the other names in the running?
DC Studios’ Unexpected Approach
This leaked last week Actor He was the leading candidate to play Hal Jordan in this new version of Green Lantern. What surprised many was the casting of an older actor, when the character was expected to be in his 40s. However, it seems that DC Studios has darker plans for Jordan, suggesting that the hero will be a veteran of the Green Lantern Corps, perhaps foreshadowing his transformation into Parallax, one of his most iconic roles as a villain.
But the surprise doesn’t end here. Ewan McGregor And Matthew McConaughey They also look like a possible Hal Jordan, although according to a recent update from Nexus Point News, Chris Pine And Timothy Oliphant they entered the list of candidates.
Of all, yes Brollino he does not accept the role, the favorite is none other than Chris Pineknown for his roles in Star Trek and the saga of Wonder Woman like Steve Trevor. While the age difference between Pine (44) and other contenders like McGregor (53), Olyphant (56) and McConaughey (54) is notable, it could interestingly alter the interpretation of the character.
Too old for Justice League?
One of the biggest criticisms that has been seen on social media is the concern of fans regarding the age of Hal Jordan in this new iteration. With Nathan’s sonwho plays Guy Gardner Superman: Legacyalso from the 50s, it seems that DC Studios’ idea is that Hal and Guy are Green Lantern Corps Veteransleaving John Stewart as ninety of the group. This may give audiences a different, more experienced and seasoned perspective on Hal Jordan, but will this close the door on his participation in the future Justice League?
With Josh Brolin still in talks, Chris Pine is positioned as the first option to act Avengers decides not to join the project. Pine, known for his charisma and dramatic skills, could bring a fresh approach to a Hal Jordan younger and more energetic which might better fit the idea of a hero in top form, with the potential to appear in future films of the DCUI.
The new approach of Lanterns
Lanternswhich will be supervised by the showrunner Chris Mundy (True Detective: The Land of the Night), has been described as a series detective dark, set on Earth, where the Green Lanterns, Hal Jordan and John Stewart, will investigate a mysterious murder in the heart of America. This plot, far from the classic intergalactic adventure that one would expect, will offer a new vision of these characters, transforming them into “intergalactic cops” instead of simple space heroes.
The creative team behind Lanterns includes famous people like Damon Lindelof (Guardians) and the comic book writer King Tom (Supergirl: The Woman of the Future), which further increases expectations for this series. According to comments from James Gunn and Peter Safran, co-presidents of DC Studios, the project aims to be a key part of the new DC universe, with the series marking an important pillar for its expansion on HBO.
While there is no confirmed release date yet for LanternsSpeculations continue to grow. With John Stewart and Hal Jordan at the center of the plot, many fans are hoping to see it sooner or later My Friend Kyle Rayner join in the action. It also raises the possibility that this series is a prelude to the introduction of other key characters in the series. Green Lantern Corps in future productions.