HBO's Lanterns trailer goes heavy on the green light
HBO's upcoming Lanterns series has released a new trailer that emphasizes the use of power rings, addressing fan concerns from the initial teaser. The series appears to shift towards a more action-oriented approach, showcasing the iconic Green Lantern abilities. Fans are hopeful for a successful adaptation when Lanterns premieres in August.
- ▪The new trailer for HBO's Lanterns series highlights the use of power rings.
- ▪Fans had previously criticized the lack of power ring use in the first teaser.
- ▪The series is set to premiere in August, generating excitement among viewers.
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HBO's Lanterns trailer goes heavy on the green light Séamus Bellamy 12:17 pm Mon May 18, 2026 When the first teaser for HBO's upcoming Lanterns series was released, a lot of fans griped about the lack of power ring use. Fair enough: the ring is both a weapon and badge of authority for the DC Universe's corps of space cops. I frigging loved it. It took me back to my favorite run of the series, when it was relaunched in the 1990s. In the early issues of volume three, Hal Jordan had returned to hitchhiking across America, trying to use the ring as little as possible, in an attempt to reconnect with the man he used to be. For a teen trying to sort out his hormone-driven bullshit, it was powerful stuff.
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