Aaron Pierre, star of Rebel Ridge, is set to take on the role of Green Lantern John Stewart in an upcoming Green Lanterns series. This new take on the DC superhero franchise will have a True Detective-style format, focusing on the relationship between two Green Lanterns: Hal Jordan, played by Kyle Chandler, and the younger Stewart. The storyline involves the pair working together to investigate a murder on Earth, which leads to larger, more significant discoveries within the DC universe.
Pierre reportedly secured the role of John Stewart after competing against actor Stephan James, known for The Piano Lesson. Pierre had previously been slated for an undisclosed role in Marvel’s Blade reboot but exited due to the project’s delays. This casting marks a major step for Pierre, as the Green Lanterns series will be a significant addition to his growing list of high-profile roles.
The Green Lanterns series will be helmed by Chris Mundy, the writer behind True Detective: Night Country and Ozark. Joining Mundy as an executive producer is Damon Lindelof, known for his work on Watchmen and Lost. In addition, Tom King, an award-winning writer of both DC and Marvel comics, will serve as the head writer, bringing extensive comic book expertise to the project.
John Stewart, the character Pierre will portray, holds a significant place in DC Comics history as the first African-American superhero, created by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams in 1971. Stewart’s inclusion in the Green Lanterns series is a long-awaited moment for fans of the character, who has been a prominent figure in the Green Lantern lore for decades.
In addition to this exciting new role, Pierre has been making waves in the entertainment industry. He was recently featured on Time Magazine’s 100 Next List and had a notable role in the Syfy series Krypton as Dev-Em. Pierre also starred in Netflix’s Rebel Ridge, which was the top movie on the platform for three weeks.
Additionally, he will lend his voice to Mufasa in the upcoming Lion King spin-off. Green Lanterns currently does not have a release date, but it’s expected to be a major addition to the DC Universe’s slate of upcoming shows.