James Gunn’s Superman Sequel Will Have a Major DCU Crossover (And It Makes Lanterns Even More Exciting)

Following a strong 2025 with the releases of Superman and Peacemaker Season 2, the DC Universe is gaining momentum and looks set for another big year in 2026. While fans are excited about the upcoming movies Supergirl and Clayface, the TV series Lanterns might be the most interesting project of the year. Starring Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre as Hal Jordan and John Stewart, the show is generating buzz for its realistic, True Detectivestyle storytelling, as seen in the first trailer. James Gunn has hinted that Lanterns* will be crucial for the future of the DC Universe, and now we have a better idea of what he meant.

According to Jeff Sneider, a source familiar with the industry, and confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, actor Michael Pierre will return as John Stewart in the next Superman movie from director James Gunn. Production is expected to begin in April and continue through the summer, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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2026-03-12 21:09