James Gunn Calls Out Fake Lanterns Images as AI Creations

DC Studios co-boss James Gunn has stepped in to clear up the confusion swirling around the new Lanterns series. After a handful of images started doing the rounds online, supposedly showing Aaron Pierre as John Stewart and Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan wielding their iconic rings, fans were quick to speculate about the show's direction. Gunn, however, was having none of it. He jumped onto Threads to set the record straight, writing,

"Nope, that's AI,"

and putting a stop to the chatter about the show's visuals.

So far, the only official sneak peek from Lanterns is a single image featuring John Stewart and Hal Jordan strolling down a road together. A trailer has been shown, but only behind closed doors. Those lucky enough to catch it got a glimpse of Hal in flight, some classic back-and-forth between the two leads, and even a nod to the oddball Green Lantern Corps member, Ch'p.

What to Expect from Lanterns

The series is locked in for a mid-2026 debut, though the exact date is still under wraps. Chris Mundy, who’s running the show, has described it as a blend of buddy cop antics and superhero action. The focus will be on the dynamic between Hal and John, with their partnership taking centre stage. Mundy explained,

"Our show is in a lot of ways about replacement – when should someone step aside and when is it time for the next person to take the reins? That push and pull between those two characters is really important. So much of the power that John has is by not taking the bait, understanding that you lose your power if you’re yelling and screaming."

Lanterns and the DC Line-Up

Lanterns isn’t the only thing on the horizon for DC fans. Supergirl is set to land on 26 June 2026, giving punters plenty to look forward to. While the wait for both series might feel a bit long, there’s no shortage of upcoming DC films and shows to keep your watchlist full in the meantime.