# DC series Lanterns potential second season development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dc-series-lanterns-potential-second-season-development > Updated: 2026-10-10T17:00:00.000Z. Sources: 60. Developments: 4. Following the conclusion of the first season of the HBO series ‘Lanterns’, a writing team has been assembled to develop pitch pages and story outlines for a potential second season, despite the lack of an official renewal from HBO. Led by showrunner Chris Mundy, the writing staff includes Vanessa Baden Kelly, Christopher Cantwell, Nakkiah Lui, Zack Whedon, and Selwyn Seyfu Hinds. While co-creators Damon Lindelof and Tom King were involved in the first season, they will not participate in the direct writing process for the potential continuation. Lindelof has indicated he would not continue as showrunner if the series is approved, handing leadership to Mundy and Cantwell. Mundy has suggested that future storylines may explore characters such as Kilowog or other legendary comic book characters to address viewer requests for more extraterrestrial presence. The season finale resolved the central mystery regarding Hal Jordan’s death, revealing he was killed by Sheriff Kerry Kane after she discovered her son, Noah, is a Manhunter. The finale also left several plot threads open, including the escape of Sinestro and the potential emergence of a yellow lantern corps. Meanwhile, John Stewart, played by Aaron Pierre, has fully embraced his role as Earth’s Green Lantern. He utilizes a unique, non-authorized ring influenced by fear, combining traditional Green Lantern energy with yellow energy forged by Sinestro. This transition includes a new, personalized oath: ‘In the clearest day, in the darkest night, I will embrace my fear, I will do what is right.’ Using a forged power battery provided by Sinestro carries potential risks, as the battery contains yellow impurities that may cause the Hal Jordan hologram to be replaced during a new scan. To complement the series, Grammy-winning composer Stephanie Economou has released a companion soundtrack album. ## Claims - The first season of Lanterns centers on the mystery surrounding the death of Hal Jordan. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The decision for John Stewart to become a Green Lantern was planned from the beginning of the writers' room process. (single source) - The production team decided not to have John Stewart wear a formal Green Lantern suit in the finale to preserve the emotional weight of the ending. (single source) - John Stewart ends the season flying in civilian clothes rather than a traditional uniform to emphasize his independence. (single source) - John Stewart delivers a modified oath that incorporates the concept of fear alongside willpower. (single source) - The character of John Stewart is expected to appear in the upcoming DC Studios sequel, Man of Tomorrow. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-10: Lanterns: John Stewart's new role and soundtrack release Following the season one finale of HBO’s ‘Lanterns,’ John Stewart has embraced a new role as the Green Lantern of Earth, while composer Stephanie Economou released an inspired soundtrack. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-john-stewarts-new-role-and-soundtrack-release ### 2026-10-07: Lanterns series explores potential second season following successful debut Following the successful first season of HBO’s ‘Lanterns’, showrunner Chris Mundy is considering a second season that may introduce a legendary comic book character. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-series-explores-potential-second-season-following-successful-debut ### 2026-10-05: Lanterns Season 1 finale concludes with John Stewart as Earth's Green Lantern The first season of HBO’s ‘Lanterns’ has concluded, leaving John Stewart as Earth’s Green Lantern and setting the stage for his appearance in the DCU film ‘Man of Tomorrow’. 57 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-writers-begin-developing-ideas-for-potential-second-season ### 2026-10-01: Lanterns writers team assembled for potential second season A writing team including Vanessa Baden Kelly and Christopher Cantwell has been assembled for a potential second season of HBO's ‘Lanterns’, pending official renewal by the network. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-writers-team-assembled-for-potential-second-season --- Cite as: DC series Lanterns potential second season development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/dc-series-lanterns-potential-second-season-development