Is 'Lanterns' canceled?
What's the story
The future of HBO's Lanterns, a series featuring Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler, has become uncertain following a major shake-up at DC Studios. With James Gunn and Peter Safran stepping down as co-heads, questions have arisen about the fate of various projects under their leadership. Speculation about a second season of Lanterns has grown, since the show has not been officially renewed. A writer associated with the show has now responded to the cancellation rumors.
Response
'Nothing's canceled. Calm down': Writer
Christopher Cantwell, a writer and executive producer on the show, took to social media to address rumors of its cancellation.
He wrote, "Nothing's canceled. Calm down."
His clarification came after online discussions intensified over the show's uncertain renewal status.
An earlier version of Variety's coverage had led some readers to believe that a second season had been ruled out, prompting the publication to clarify that it hadn't been renewed yet.
Showrunner's perspective
'Coin flip, 50/50': Co-creator on show's future
Co-creator and co-showrunner Chris Mundy also spoke about the uncertainty surrounding Lanterns's future.
At a Lanterns For Your Consideration event on Monday, November 9, he was asked whether DC Studios's leadership transition could speed up securing another season.
Mundy described the possibility as a "coin flip, 50/50."
However, he didn't announce that the series had been canceled or that a second season had been rejected.
Show overview
About the show 'Lanterns'
Lanterns is a live-action HBO superhero and crime-drama show set in the DC Universe.
The series follows veteran Lantern Hal Jordan and rookie John Stewart as they investigate murders in Rushville, Nebraska.
The show was produced by DC Studios and Warner Bros. Television, with Mundy serving as showrunner.
Chandler, Pierre, and Kelly Macdonald star as Jordan, Stewart, and Kane, respectively.