Josh Brolin Opens Up About Passing On Green Lantern Role & Possible DCU Future

 

After passing on the role of Hal Jordan for the Lanterns TV show, Josh Brolin is speaking out about not boarding the HBO drama, while keeping the door open for future DC Universe opportunities. One of the new TV shows that is in the works from the DCU's Chapter 1: "Gods and Monsters" slate is the live-action Green Lantern series for HBO. Titled Lanterns, DC Studios have been busy finding their leading stars for Hal and John Stewart, with filming looking to start in January 2025.

In a new interview with ComicBook, Brolin was asked if he could comment on the Lanterns reports, as he did confirm that he and DC Studios were trying to make it happen before Kyle Chandler was cast. While praising the Friday Night Lights star for landing the gig, Brolin also teased that he is open for other roles in the DC Universe down the line, sharing the following:

          You know what? Green Lantern didn't work out, but that's okay. It's working out. Who is it going to be, Kyle Chandler? I love him as an actor, I think he's wonderful, actually. And, you know, we'll see what's down the line, man.

What John Brolin's Green Lantern Comments Mean For James Gunn's DC Universe

While Brolin's Lanterns casting may not have come to fruition, his recent comments appear to indicate a number of good things for the larger DC Universe. To begin with, it didn't appear that there were any heated situations during the negotiations between him and DC Studios to have Brolin in Lanterns. Based on what he stated in his latest interview, it was simply not a fit, but at least it ended amicably, which led to Chandler ultimately getting the Hal role for Lanterns.

Rebel Ridge actor Aaron Pierre is reportedly on the shortlist for John Stewart in HBO's Lanterns.

Even though Brolin may not have a role right now in Gunn's DC Universe, the Marvel Cinematic Universe veteran is clearly open to joining DC Studios if the right opportunity is presented. Outside of the Lanterns TV show, there are many more projects in the works, leaving a broad range of potential DC heroes or villains for Brolin to potentially play in the future. Whether that is in Chapter 1: "Gods and Monsters," or a future chapter, the prospect of the actor appearing once more in superhero .

 

Our Take On Josh Brolin's Green Lantern Comments

While it will be exciting to see Chandler as Hal in Lanterns, it would have been interesting to see what would have happened if Brolin had taken the offer, as this would be a very different character for him compared to his portrayals of Thanos and Cable. It would also be rewarding to see Brolin get a proper chance in the DC Universe, especially after his brief time with DC when he starred in 2010's box office disappointment, Jonah Hex. For now, the world will have to wait and see what DC Studios has in store for HBO's Lanterns drama.