Josh Brolin: DC’s Top Pick For Other Roles Despite ‘Lanterns’ Rejection According to Reports

In recent months, DC Studios has been busy finding the perfect actors for its new projects. One big focus has been the Lanterns series, which will bring the Green Lantern Corps back to the screen.

The series will feature popular characters like Hal Jordan and John Stewart, mixing superhero action with a detective-style story. A while back, reports said DC Studios offered the role of Hal Jordan to Josh Brolin, the actor known for playing Thanos in the Marvel movies and Cable in Deadpool 2.

Brolin’s experience in superhero films made him a strong choice, but he ultimately turned it down. He later confirmed that talks with DC Studios “didn’t work out.” However, according to well-known industry insider Daniel Richtman, DC might not be done with Brolin just yet.

After Brolin’s decision, DC Studios moved on to consider other actors for the role, eventually casting Kyle Chandler, known for Friday Night Lights and Bloodline, as Hal Jordan. Chandler’s casting brings a fresh energy to the series, and fans are excited to see his take on the iconic Green Lantern. But where does this leave Brolin?

While he won’t appear in Lanterns, insider Daniel Richtman revealed via his Patreon that DC Studios is still pursuing Brolin for a different role in the DC Universe. Details about the project or role are still under wraps, but with Brolin’s experience and star power in the superhero genre, he could be a great fit.

This rumor highlights DC’s ongoing efforts to build a strong, connected universe, and many are hopeful that Brolin and DC will find the right project to collaborate on. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops!

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