Josh Brolin Reportedly Offered the Role of Hal Jordan in DCU Series LANTERNS
There’s so much movement and new growth within the DCU, there’s a lot of speculation to be had by fans. A new rumor claims to reveal who we could see step into the role of Hal Jordan in the upcoming DC series, Lanterns, and if it’s true, it will be a major Marvel/DC crossover.
According to Nexus Point News (via CBM), who have broken some pretty big DC-related scoops over the past few weeks, Thanos actor Josh Brolin has been offered the part, though the site notes that he hasn't actually entered talks and might well decline.
Though Thanos is the actor’s most notable superhero movie role, he also played Cable in Deadpool 2, as well as the title DC character in the much-maligned Jonah Hex movie.
Casting is also underway for a Black actor between 27–35 years old to play John Stewart, the younger Lantern Jordan takes under his wing.
Emmy Award-winning Lost and Watchmen creator Damon Lindelof is working on the pilot script along with Ozark showrunner Chris Mundy and acclaimed comic book writer Tom King. Justin Britt-Gibson, Breannah Gibson and Vanessa Baden Kelly are also said to be on board, though this also has yet to be confirmed.
Production on Lanterns is currently set to commence in Q1 of 2025 in the United Kingdom, potentially putting the show on track for a 2026 release.
Nathan Fillion's Guy Gardner, who will make his debut in Gunn's Superman reboot, is expected to have a supporting role in the series.
If this is true, will you be cool with Brolin in the role of Hal Jordan?