Ryan Reynolds, known for his fearless approach to quirky and unconventional roles, has made it clear that he will not be part of the upcoming DC Comics series in development. It’s a surprising turn of events, especially given his long-standing connection to the DC universe.
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The Green Lantern Fiasco
In 2011, Reynolds took on the role of Hal Jordan in Green Lantern, stepping into the iconic green suit and attempting to bring the DC Comics hero to life on the big screen. Despite his best efforts, the film was widely considered a flop. It tanked at the box office and didn’t do much for Reynolds’ career either, earning a dismal 2.2 out of 5 rating from nearly 22,000 reviews on AlloCiné, which made it one of his least successful films to date. Green Lantern was certainly a missed opportunity, and while Reynolds later laughed off the experience, it became a pivotal moment in his career, one that fans and critics alike still bring up when discussing his filmography.
No Interest in Returning to the Ring
While Ryan Reynolds has moved on from that superhero setback, he has made it abundantly clear that he has no interest in revisiting the Green Lantern character. In 2022, when DC Studios’ new boss, James Gunn, offered him a chance to reprise the role in a new series titled Lanterns, Reynolds’ response was as blunt as it gets: “Go find someone else.” Gunn shared the story on the podcast Happy Sad Confused, but, of course, this was all in good humor. Whether or not Gunn was seriously considering Reynolds for the role is unclear, but it’s apparent that the actor has no plans to return to that particular superhero universe.
A Funny Goodbye
Reynolds has made his feelings about Green Lantern known in a particularly humorous way. In the post-credits scene of Deadpool 2, the wisecracking mercenary travels through the multiverse and takes a moment to eliminate his past Green Lantern character—essentially giving a playful farewell to Hal Jordan. It’s Reynolds’ way of closing the door on that chapter once and for all, and it’s both funny and fitting for the actor known for blending humor with his superhero roles.
A New Green Lantern: Kyle Chandler
With Reynolds out of the picture, the role of Green Lantern has been handed over to Kyle Chandler, who will take on the mantle of Hal Jordan’s character in the upcoming series. Chandler will star alongside Aaron Pierre, who will portray John Stewart, a newer Green Lantern in the comics. This intergalactic crime series, called Lanterns, is set to explore a dark mystery on Earth, as two intergalactic detectives—working as space cops—investigate a murder in a remote part of America.
Expectations for Lanterns
The series will be written by Damon Lindelof and Chris Mundy, both of whom have impressive resumes in the television world. Lindelof is known for his work on Watchmen and The Leftovers, while Mundy gained recognition for his work on Ozark. These writers are expected to bring their expertise to the table, delivering a gripping crime drama with a superhero twist that DC fans hope will live up to the high expectations set by series like True Detective.
James Gunn and Peter Safran, the new creative heads at DC Studios, are eager to see Lanterns succeed, and they envision it as a standout show for the DC Universe—one that will combine the best aspects of superhero lore with complex storytelling.
For Reynolds fans hoping for a Green Lantern redemption, this news might be a letdown. But for DC enthusiasts, it signals a new direction—one with fresh faces and fresh ideas, even if it means leaving behind the past.
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