Insider Reveals Front-Runner for John Stewart Role in ‘Lanterns’ Series

In case you missed the news, the DCU is currently casting for its Hal Jordan, primarily for the Lanterns series but potentially for future projects as well. Josh Brolin was the leading candidate, while rumors suggest other contenders like Ewan McGregor, Timothy Olyphant, and Chris Pine are being considered. However, with Brolin recently declining the role, the search for Hal Jordan continues, likely focusing on an older actor, as we’ve previously reported.

Now, let’s shift to John Stewart. From what we’ve gathered, John Stewart will be the primary character in Lanterns, yet there has been little talk about who will portray him—until now.

The franchise is eyeing a younger actor to play one of the most iconic Green Lanterns, and according to a trusted Hollywood insider, a frontrunner has emerged. Kelvin Harrison Jr., known for roles in Elvis and Chevalier, is rumored to be the top pick for the role.

A recent report confirmed that Josh Brolin has declined the role of Hal Jordan in the Lanterns series. The show is described as having a gritty, True Detective vibe, centering on Jordan reluctantly mentoring a younger Green Lantern, John Stewart—one of DC’s first Black superheroes.

The plot follows the duo as they investigate an Earth-bound murder with far-reaching consequences.

Despite John Stewart being the focal point of the series, there has been surprisingly little buzz around the character or who might play him. However, this seems to be changing as popular insider DanielRPK claims a frontrunner for the role has emerged.

While this information isn’t official yet, Harrison Jr. appears to be a strong choice for the role. His memorable performance in Elvis suggests he could bring significant star power to the series. Here’s what fans have to say:

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