Lanterns’ Shocking Episode One Ending Sparks Outrage Among Green Lantern Fans

The first episode of the highly-anticipated series Lanterns has left many fans reeling, particularly those who are passionate about the Green Lantern franchise. The show’s creators had anticipated this reaction, but the degree of outrage has still caught them off guard.

The episode’s conclusion jumps forward in time, showing Hal Jordan’s lifeless body at the football field from earlier in the episode. However, his iconic ring is nowhere to be seen, and John Stewart is not in possession of it. This twist has sparked heated debates among fans, with some speculating that Hal Jordan may not be truly dead after all.

One fan expressed their disappointment with the show, stating, ‘Officially done with Lanterns thanks to the ending, imagine starting the new DCU and you don’t have Hal Jordan.’ This sentiment was echoed by another fan who said, ‘Pathetic on [James] Gunn’s part. F**k off, DCU.’

Many fans feel that the show’s portrayal of Hal Jordan is a far cry from the character they know and love. He is depicted as an older, cynical, and alcoholic individual, which has led some to question whether this is a true representation of the Green Lantern.

One fan pointed out that this portrayal is not in line with the comics, stating, ‘It definitely isn’t honoring the comics.’ Another fan expressed their frustration, saying, ‘Why do they always have to turn our legacy heroes into depressed addicts that are shamefully, degenerate, sad, lonely, disgraces of themselves?’

Despite the backlash, not everyone is unhappy with the show’s direction. Some viewers have praised the episode’s ending as a compelling mystery that has piqued their interest. Showrunner Chris Mundy explained in an interview that this was a deliberate choice, stating, ‘We needed whatever that mystery was to be as meaningful as possible and as emotional as possible for John, for Hal in a way, but also for the audience.’

Mundy’s comments have done little to ease the concerns of fans, with some speculating that the show’s creators may be misrepresenting the character of Hal Jordan. With the first episode’s ending still fresh in their minds, fans are eagerly awaiting the next installment to see how the story unfolds.