Lost creator writes new DC Universe's Green Lantern series
Damon Lindelof is working with Chris Mundy and Tom King on writing the first scripts.
The world of superheroes has just hired a choice recruit. As confirmed James Gunnco-CEO of DC Studios, Damon Lindeloff joined the team of writers working on the future series Green Lantern in preparation for. Titled Lanternsshe will be an integral part of the new DC Universe.
“Yes, it’s true. The series Lanterns DCU brings together a talented team of writers, based on a wonderful pilot script and bible from Chris Mundy, Tom King and Damon Lindelof! Warm welcome to Chris and Damon as they join the DC Studios family (no welcome needed for old man (King), who has been here almost since its inception).”
Damon Lindeloff has proven in the past that he knows how to adapt a comic book on the small screen, after the great success Watchmen. Remember that he is also the co-creator of Lost and also of The Leftovers !
Lanterns was first announced in January 2023, and was already part of the initial plans for the new DC Universe. Peter Safran described the project as “ a huge HBO-style event » which would register “ very much in the vein of True Detective “. It will follow Hal Jordan and John Stewart – two characters who appear as the comics' Green Lantern – as they investigate a mystery that, according to Safran, will play a ” very big role » in the extended central story of the DCU.
Remember that this DC Universe will be launched in 2025 by the film Superman by James Gunn.
No date or casting yet for the series Lanterns.