Where John Stewart, Hal Jordan Ended Up
The showrunners of the series 'Lanterns' discuss the creative decision to focus on the emotional relationship between characters Hal Jordan and John Stewart rather than traditional superhero action tropes. The finale marks a shift in the genre by prioritizing character development over CGI-heavy spectacle.
Why it matters
This reflects a broader trend in the entertainment industry of 'superhero fatigue' and a pivot toward more grounded, character-driven storytelling.
Logo text [This story contains major spoilers for the Lanterns season one finale, "Dirt and Stars."]
For a Lanterns season one finale that ends with John Stewart taking flight as his own brand of Green Lantern, it's a rightfully grounded affair until then.
There is no otherworldly threat for the sake of obligatory spectacle, a welcome change of pace from the superhero genre's oft-reused playbook. Instead, it remains focused on the ever-evolving relationship between Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler) and John (Aaron Pierre) . Related Stories Lifestyle Michael B. Jordan Joins Lineup for 2026 CultureCon (Exclusive) TV 'Lanterns' Star Nathan Fillion on His Corporate-Sponsored Superhero and How 'Man of Tomorrow' Differs From 'Superman'
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