Rumor: Kelvin Harrison Jr. in James Gunn’s Project

Written by August Tales

Whispers ripple through the world of DC fandom. After much debate over Hal Jordan’s top pick, industry gossip tips Kelvin Harrison Jr. as a new contender. He’s pegged to bring to life Green Lantern John Stewart in James Gunn’s upcoming project, DCU Lanterns.

Harrison Jr.: More Than Just a Famous Name

The actor, now 30, has earned his screen credentials. With a reputation built on his notable performance as Martin Luther King in the TV series “Genius,” to embodying B.B. King in the Elvis movie, Harrison Jr. has proved his mettle. Other notable credits from his impressive portfolio include “Chevalier,” “Luce,” and “Monster.”

Sources suggest that Harrison Jr’s calendar currently presents open skies. He’s just finished voicing Taka for Disney’s much-anticipated movie, “Mufasa: The Lion King”.

The Perfect Lanterns’ Line-Up

As the rumors swirl, details of the DCU’s latest addition hint at a young John Stewart. Harrison Jr. bears the ideal persona for this role, waiting to contrast with an as-yet-undecided older Hal Jordan. Harrison Jr.’s notable real-life military connection, through his sister in the Air Force, adds extra believability. In the comic canon, both Hal Jordan and John Stewart boast military backgrounds, the former serving in the Air Force, and the latter in the Marines.

Rumored casting contenders for Hal Jordan are powered by major Hollywood names. Josh Brolin, Matthew McConaughey, Ewan McGregor, and Chris Pine have all been murmured through the grapevine. Still, A-list price tags could pose barriers. Instead, Timothy Olyphant could offer a viable alternative. As for big names like Chris Pine, they may prove too rich for Warner Bros. Discovery’s taste. Case in point: the budget woes that seemingly plagued “House of the Dragon Season 2”.

Watch This Space

However, when it comes to talent discovery, Guidance by Gunn might just be all it takes. Whichever actor he decides to cast as Green Lantern is bound to strike the right chord. That said, fingers go crossed for Armie Hammer as an intriguing choice.

Articulating a vision for the show, Gunn mentions a “terrestrial-based TV show,” that mirrors the vibe of “True Detective”. The narrative revolves around two Green Lanterns, keeping vigilance over Earth like loyal space cops. They unearth a terror-inducing mystery wrapped within the larger DCU plot.

With the rolling rumble of rumors, fans are eager to watch how the cosmic drama unfolds on the terrestrial stage.