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Why The Lanterns Finale Is Leaving DC Comics Fans Furious

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:52:15 +0000

Although "Lanterns" was largely a win for viewers, one major definitive character decision made in the HBO series' finale has left some DC fans unhappy.

Lanterns Ending Explained: Who Killed Hal Jordan?

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:13:21 +0000

With the ending of "Lanterns" Season 1 came an answer to the lingering question that many fans have had from the jump -- who is Hal Jordan's killer?

The Colors Of DC's Lantern Corps And What They Mean, Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:15:08 +0000

"Lanterns" is giving viewers a taste of the DC Universe's Lantern Corps colors, and there's a lot to learn about what each color specifically means.

5 TV Shows To Watch If You Like Stuart Fails To Save The Universe

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:18:00 +0000

If you like "The Big Bang Theory" spinoff "Stuart Fails to Save the Universe," here are five hilarious sci-fi shows that you might also enjoy.

Who's The Strongest Green Lantern?

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:01:59 +0000

The Green Lantern Corp is now mainstream, thanks to "Lanterns." Now everyone can enjoy one of the classic arguments: which Lantern is the strongest? We discuss.

Lanterns Episode 4 Makes The Same Bizarre Mistake As Peacemaker

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:35:56 +0000

Episode 4 of "Lanterns" sees John Stewart make a mistake involving a deceptive individual, and the way it goes down is strikingly similar to "Peacemaker."

Who Is Hector Hammond In Lanterns? The Classic DC Comics Villain, Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:00:00 +0000

"Lanterns" has seemingly introduced a version of Hector Hammond, one of Green Lantern's most formidable foes in the comics.

Lanterns Episode 4 Seemingly Reveals The Manhunter's Identity, But The Clues Were There All Along

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000

"Lanterns" Episode 4 does appear to let us know the Manhunter's true identity -- or does it? Is it possible that this is all an elaborate trick?

5 HBO Max Shows Way Better Than Stuart Fails To Save The Universe

staff@looper.com (Nina Starner) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:18:00 +0000

"Stuart Fails to Save the Universe" is pretty solid. These five HBO comedies are better.

5 HBO TV Shows Way Better Than Lanterns

staff@looper.com (Nina Starner) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:18:00 +0000

The HBO and DCU show "Lanterns" is pretty good, but you know what's better? These 5 HBO shows.

Lanterns Completely Changes John Stewart's DC Comics Origin Story

staff@looper.com (Alistair Ryder) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000

While Hal Jordan's origin story in HBO's "Lanterns" matches up with the comics, DCU John Stewart's background differs from the source material.

Lanterns Episode 3 Introduces The Power Ring's Strangest Weakness

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Episode 3 of HBO Max's "Lanterns" brings up a peculiar flaw regarding the Lanterns' power rings and why they choose the particular hosts that they do.

5 Biggest DC Universe Movies And TV Shows That Were Canceled (So Far)

staff@looper.com (Lisa Laman) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:18:00 +0000

The power structure of the DC Universe went through big changes, but some of what's foretold is no longer to come. These are the canceled DC projects, so far.

Lanterns Episode 2 Namedrops The Weirdest Green Lantern In DC Comics

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 03:30:00 +0000

The second episode of "Lanterns" includes a nod to a member of the Green Lantern Corps who is easily the weirdest of them all from the comics.

Who Are The Manhunters In Lanterns? The DC Comics Villains Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 03:00:00 +0000

If you're watching "Lanterns" and are wondering who the Manhunters are, look no further. We have all you need to know about these interstellar robots.

Lanterns Episode 2 Introduces One Of The Most Popular DC Comics Villains

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0000

You can't do a proper Green Lantern story without the involvement of this iconic DC villain, and the creators of HBO's "Lanterns" clearly knew that.

The Only Sinestro Explainer You Need Before Lanterns

staff@looper.com (Mike Bedard) — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:53:32 +0000

Sinestro is widely considered to be Green Lantern's greatest nemesis, and we have a video explaining just who he is and his nefarious history.

Lanterns: The Guardians Of The Universe Explained

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:18:00 +0000

Who are the all-powerful beings behind the Green Lantern Corps? And will we see them in the flesh in the new "Lanterns" series?

Lanterns Episode 1 Seemingly Kills Off A Major DC Comics Character

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Ever since fans found out that "Lanterns" would be a murder mystery they've been expecting a big death, but the identity of the victim has left them shocked.

One Lanterns Episode 1 Scene Shows Just How Powerful Hal Jordan Is

staff@looper.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000

There's a throwaway gag in the first episode of HBO's "Lanterns" that actually showcases just how powerful Kyle Chandler's Hal Jordan really is.