The First 10 Projects For James Gunn's DCU Announced

[Goldbug]

4 hours ago, SpiderS said:

Damon Lindelof makes me excited, he's good at generating ideas especially when he has other writers to balance him out, as for Tom King I can understand his involvement in Supergirl but Green Lantern not so much, he's very definition of hit and miss. I think this is the only project where Geoff Johns would make sense but only as dedicated lore writer guy, since he pretty much created big part of modern Green Lantern lore, and yes I do realize his faults with Green Lantern movie and Justice League rewrites and WW1984 that's why I give him much more reduced limited role.

Geoff Johns instead of Tom King would be great. I think the Stargirl series was very cool.

Tom King... he hasn't done anything of note yet. I guess he did this which was good ... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15482680/
but otherwise we haven't seen how he would handle any movies.

[Satam]

13 hours ago, Goldbug said:

Geoff Johns instead of Tom King would be great. I think the Stargirl series was very cool.

Tom King... he hasn't done anything of note yet. I guess he did this which was good ... https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15482680/
but otherwise we haven't seen how he would handle any movies.

Johns would make more sense on this one than King, but he is only one third of a team of writers creating this show, and the other two guys have done some pretty outstanding stuff on television, especially in the last ten years or so.

[Outsiders]

HBO, in association with Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios, has given an eight-episode, straight-to-series order for LANTERNS, a new drama series based on the iconic DC title. Emmy(R)-nominee Chris Mundy (HBO's "True Detective: Night Country," "Ozark") will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Emmy(R)-winner Damon Lindelof (HBO's "Watchmen" and "The Leftovers") and Eisner Award winner Tom King ("Mister Miracle," "Supergirl") will co-write the new series with Mundy. Lindelof and King will also serve as executive producers.

The series follows new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.

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Casey Bloys, Chairman and CEO, HBO and Max Content, quote: "We are elated to be reuniting with both Chris Mundy and Damon Lindelof as they partner with Tom for this fresh take on DC's 'Green Lantern.' As part of James and Peter's vision for the DC Universe, this first new live action series will mark an exciting new era."

James Gunn and Peter Safran, Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs of DC Studios, quote: "We're thrilled to bring this seminal DC title to HBO with Chris, Damon and Tom at the helm. John Stewart and Hal Jordan are two of DC's most compelling characters, and LANTERNS brings them to life in an original detective story that is a foundational part of the unified DCU we're launching next summer with 'Superman.'"

 

HBO in association with Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios. LANTERNS is co-written by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof and Tom King. The series is executive produced by Mundy, Lindelof and King. Based on the DC comic "Green Lantern."

[SpiderS]

Speaking of new DCU, just saw Mr. Terrific and Superman's costume and it's actually better than first pic but still feels uneven, from general design standpoint I think it was a great mistake to have V neck, Neck is pretty important part of Superman visual and using V neck makes his neck look artificially thinner and therefore less muscular and powerful which is bad for supes, traditional neck arrangement  would do a lot of good here.

As for general feel of the costume it does feel like CW quality but I'm hoping this costume is more of a stunt/flexibility one and will be touched up in the post like it was with Black Panther costume in civil war, that was also pretty loose and baggy as well as more flat in finish. Mr. Terrific on other hand looks really well done although his footwear is kinda lame looking.

[FSB21]

If this is going to feature the older Hal Jordan with his gray temples, then I suggest Thomas Jane for the part. Just look at him, he looks like the comic book Hal Jordan. He  has done a lot of dramatic roles and he’s a good actor. I think he would do a fine job as Hal Jordan.

[Outsiders]

As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Josh Brolin has declined an invitation to take on a role in Lanterns, the DC Studios series inspired by the Green Lantern superhero character.

Brolin was considered for the role of Hal Jordan, the confident Green Lantern character. As reported by various sources, the actor received an offer at the end of August but decided against the offer this past weekend.  Further details were not disclosed.

Chris Mundy is serving as the showrunner for the eight-episode series. He collaborates with Damon Lindelof, the creator of HBO’s Watchmen and the television series Lost, alongside Eisner Award-winning comic book writer Tom King.  The show is in the process of casting and selecting directors with filming scheduled to take place in Atlanta from January to June of next year.

[zombiesnstuff]

I guess if it was a older version of Hal he wouldn't be a bad choice 

[GnarlyCharlie85]

Good for him...stay away from dc.

[Atlantis]

On 6/25/2024 at 4:58 PM, SpiderS said:

Speaking of new DCU, just saw Mr. Terrific and Superman's costume and it's actually better than first pic but still feels uneven, from general design standpoint I think it was a great mistake to have V neck, Neck is pretty important part of Superman visual and using V neck makes his neck look artificially thinner and therefore less muscular and powerful which is bad for supes, traditional neck arrangement  would do a lot of good here.

As for general feel of the costume it does feel like CW quality but I'm hoping this costume is more of a stunt/flexibility one and will be touched up in the post like it was with Black Panther costume in civil war, that was also pretty loose and baggy as well as more flat in finish. Mr. Terrific on other hand looks really well done although his footwear is kinda lame looking.

The colors aren't bad....I like that. Still not crazy about the shield but at least its on the cape. Agree totally about the v neck..I think it looks good on a lot of outfits but NOT Superman. I REALLY don't see why Mr. Terrific is there but, I'm intrigued enough to let it play out.

[Reno]

I'm very disappointed to hear that Brolin won't be playing Hal in that series. Josh is easily one of my favorite actors of my lifetime and he's already done such a great job with other comic characters like Thanos, Cable and Jonah Hex, not to mention his roles in the Dune, Men in Black and Sin City franchises. It's very unlikely they'll be able to find anyone as good as him.

[Satam]

I think Chris Pine was on the short list for Hal at some point. Just offer the role to him. He can play grizzled and gruff if he needs to. He doesn't have that smoked three packs a day for thirty years voice, but Hal doesn't necessarily need that or have to be played by a guy in his mid-fifties to be an older veteran Lantern. Mid-forties should work, too, especially if John is in his thirties.

[SpiderS]

I remember back in the day when first Wonder Woman movie hit the screens, some fans wanted for Hal Jordan to be related to Steve Trevor so Chris Pine could play him in modern day DCEU, I didn't dislike idea and now it isn't bad either but Pine is still connected to old DCEU which might confuse some and make Green Lantern feel not as fresh in some way.

[Goldbug]

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/kyle-chandler-hbo-green-lantern-series-hal-jordan-1236009683/

[Outsiders]

15 hours ago, Goldbug said:

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/kyle-chandler-hbo-green-lantern-series-hal-jordan-1236009683/

Kyle Chandler has been selected to portray Hal Jordan in HBO's forthcoming DC series, Lanterns, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Chandler received the role following Josh Brolin's decision to decline the offer. The production is presently engaged in casting further roles and choosing directors.

Lanterns is characterized by a gritty atmosphere reminiscent of True Detective, centering on Jordan, who is hesitant to mentor a younger Lantern, John Stewart. In the history of DC publishing, Stewart stands out as one of the first Black superheroes. The narrative follows the duo as they delve into a murder case on Earth that carries significant ramifications. Reports indicate that DC and the producers are seeking a youthful and fresh-faced actor to portray this role alongside a more established and prominent actor.

Chris Mundy is serving as the showrunner for the eight-episode series. He collaborates with Damon Lindelof, the creator of HBO’s Watchmen and the television series Lost, alongside Eisner Award-winning comic book writer Tom King. The show is in the process of casting and selecting directors with filming scheduled to take place in Atlanta from January to June of next year.

[Outsiders]

Deadline has reported that Aaron Pierre and Stephan James are the leading candidates to portray John Stewart in HBO's highly anticipated series, Lanterns, which is based on the Green Lantern DC comic. Earlier this week, Kyle Chandler was confirmed for the role of Hal Jordan.

[Outsiders]

The Max Original series PEACEMAKER from DC Studios and Warner Bros. Television, created for television by James Gunn and starring John Cena, returns for its eight-episode second season THURSDAY, AUGUST 21 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on Max.

Season 2 logline: In season 2, Peacemaker discovers an alternate world where life is everything he wishes it could be. But this discovery also forces him to face his traumatic past and take the future into his own hands.

The Season 2 cast includes John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Freddie Stroma, Steve Agee, and Robert Patrick, who return for the second season. New cast members include Frank Grillo, David Denman, Sol Rodriguez, and Tim Meadows.

Season 2 credits: James Gunn wrote all eight episodes of PEACEMAKER and directed three, including the first episode. Gunn, Peter Safran, and John Cena serve as executive producers. Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett, and Althea Jones also direct. Based on characters from DC, PEACEMAKER is produced by Gunn’s Troll Court Entertainment and The Safran Company in association with Warner Bros. Television.

 

[elongatedman]

Can't wait until August 21