Lanterns Season 2: Showrunner Gives Update on DCU Shows Future After James Gunns Exit

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The future of DC Studios‘ television projects has become less certain following James Gunn and Peter Safran‘s exit. Lanterns in particular now faces questions about Season 2, with its creative team waiting to see how the new leadership will shape its plans.

In an interview with The Playlist at a Lanterns awards event, showrunner Chris Mundy was asked whether Gunn and Safran’s departure could help Season 2 move forward sooner. Mundy responded, “We thought everything had settled [after the merger]. I can imagine a world where everyone retreats to their corners, but then, you know, it’s a coin flip, 50/50.”

Although Lanterns Season 2 hasn’t been officially confirmed, the show’s writers’ room has reportedly begun exploring ideas for the next chapter. However, the latest leadership shake-up has left that work in an uncertain position, as the new leadership could reconsider parts of Gunn and Safran’s DC slate.

What happened at the end of the first season of Lanterns?

Lanterns premiered on HBO and HBO Max on August 16, 2026, with an eight-episode Season 1 that concluded on October 4. The first season ended with the mystery surrounding Hal Jordan’s death finally being solved. In the final episode, Sheriff Kerry Kane was revealed to have shot Hal after discovering that he knew the truth about her son, Noah, who is secretly a Manhunter.

Noah’s connection to the alien species also tied the murder investigation to the larger threat John Stewart had been uncovering throughout the season. The finale also marked a turning point for John, who chose to create his own path as a Green Lantern. Using a ring and power battery forged by Sinestro, he established himself as an independent protector of Earth rather than joining the established Green Lantern Corps.

Moreover, the emotional conclusion of John and Hal’s relationship gave the season closure without resolving every question about the wider DC Universe. This left room to explore John’s new responsibilities, the consequences of his unconventional ring, and the potential return of other characters from the Green Lantern comics.

Originally reported on SuperHeroHype.