# HBO series Lanterns renewal prospects

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/hbo-series-lanterns-renewal-prospects
> Updated: 2026-09-01T23:00:29.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Following the airing of the first season of the HBO series ‘Lanterns’, showrunner Chris Mundy and co-creator Christopher Cantwell have begun the story-breaking stages for a potential second season. Mundy stated that the creative team is working as if a renewal is certain, though original co-creators Damon Lindelof and Tom King are not expected to return for a second installment.

Cast members J. Alphonse Nicholson and Jasmine Cephas Jones have expressed interest in returning to their roles. Nicholson noted that early viewership figures of 9.3 million viewers in three days provide a basis for optimism, while Lindelof has previously indicated there is creative potential for further seasons. As of now, HBO, DC Studios, and Warner Bros. TV have not officially announced a renewal.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: Lanterns cast expresses interest in potential HBO series renewal

Actors J. Alphonse Nicholson and Jasmine Cephas Jones are calling for a second season of HBO’s ‘Lanterns’, citing strong early viewership and potential for deeper character development.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-cast-expresses-interest-in-potential-hbo-series-renewal

### 2026-08-19: Lanterns showrunner begins planning for potential second season

HBO showrunner Chris Mundy confirmed that planning for a potential second season of ‘Lanterns’ is already in progress, even though the series has not yet been officially renewed.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lanterns-showrunner-begins-planning-for-potential-second-season

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