True Detective Replacement Lanterns Officially Remains HBO Max’s No. 1 Show Worldwide
A murder investigation in Nebraska
Lanterns stars Kyle Chandler as Hal Jordan and Aaron Pierre as John Stewart. The series follows the two characters as they investigate a case in Rushville, Nebraska, while exploring their histories and their place in the DCU reboot created by James Gunn and Peter Safran.
The show’s first episode aired on August 16, 2026. HBO Max released its season finale two weeks ago, and a second season has not yet been greenlit.
Strong chart position, mixed reactions
Two weeks after the finale, Lanterns ranked No. 1 on HBO Max’s worldwide Top 10 TV shows chart. The series has continued to be streamed since its release.
Critics gave it a 91% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Audience reception was less positive, with a 67% rating and a 7.8-star score on IMDb.
Praise and criticism of Lanterns
Supporters praised the show’s story, including its appeal to viewers who are not comic-book fans. They also highlighted the cast, saying Chandler and Pierre work well together. Some critics, however, described the series as “dull and flat.” They argued it does little to counter the superhero genre’s “superhero fatigue.”
Key points
- Lanterns ranks No. 1 on HBO Max’s worldwide TV chart two weeks after its finale.
- Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre play Hal Jordan and John Stewart.
- The series earned a 91% Rotten Tomatoes critics’ score and a 67% audience rating.
- A second season has not yet been greenlit.