The HBO Max ‘Lanterns’ Rotten Tomatoes Review Score Is In
Forbes • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The DC Universe (DCU) is seeking revitalization with the new HBO Max series Lanterns, a Green Lantern show inspired by True Detective, premiering this Sunday.
- Lanterns has received strong critical acclaim, holding a 90% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 40 critics, making it one of the highest-rated DCU projects to date.
- The series is a crucial test for the DCU, especially following the poorly received Supergirl, and is notable for being the second DCU project without James Gunn’s direct involvement, instead featuring Damon Lindelof.
- Despite initial fan skepticism about the show's focus, Lanterns balances realism with cosmic superhero elements, starring Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart.
- The plot centers on a murder mystery with wider DC Universe implications, potentially serving as a strong introduction to a core Justice League member amid the DCU’s current challenges.
