DC’s highly anticipated superhero series Lanterns has added a new and intriguing face to its cast. Chris Coy, known for his roles in Deliver Us From Evil and The Walking Dead, has been cast as a mysterious character named Waylon Sanders. Details about Sanders remain limited, but early reports describe him as “unbound by the laws of nature,” a line that hints at the supernatural and sci-fi elements set to appear in this new chapter of the Green Lantern universe.
While the Lanterns series is set in a grounded, murder-mystery environment, Sanders’ character marks a departure from the show’s more realistic tone. The character’s role, though vague, suggests that the series will delve into the supernatural, bringing a fresh dimension to the story. This development adds a thrilling twist to Lanterns, as fans can expect more than just the typical hero’s journey in space.
The show’s premise revolves around two Green Lanterns, Hal Jordan (played by Kyle Chandler) and a younger Green Lantern being trained to replace him (portrayed by Aaron Pierre). Together, they form a duo of intergalactic cops solving crimes on Earth. The heart of the story is set in the American heartland, giving the show a unique blend of traditional superhero action and crime drama, similar to series like True Detective or Fargo.
However, the casting of Coy and his mysterious role opens the door to a more sci-fi narrative that will likely set Lanterns apart from other superhero TV series. Chris Coy’s character seems poised to challenge the boundaries of reality, offering an exciting mix of the supernatural and crime-solving. This direction is a shift for director James Hawes, who is tackling his first superhero project with Lanterns. Hawes has hinted that the grounded nature of the series is complemented by these fantastical elements, making it a show that fans of both the superhero genre and psychological thrillers can enjoy.
The addition of Coy follows recent news about Nathan Fillion joining the cast as Guy Gardner, a character that will also appear in July’s Superman. Fillion’s role as Gardner will tie directly into Lanterns, linking this new series to the broader DC TV universe.
The impressive ensemble cast also includes Kelly Macdonald, Ulrich Thomsen, Poorna Jagannathan, Stewart Augustus, Nicole Ari Parker, J. Alphonse Nicholson, Jasmine Cephas Jones, and Nathan Fillion, creating a strong foundation for the show.
As Lanterns continues to build anticipation, it’s clear that the show is leaning into the sci-fi and supernatural elements of the Green Lantern mythos while remaining grounded in the crime-solving drama fans expect. With Chris Coy’s mysterious role and the involvement of familiar faces like Kyle Chandler and Nathan Fillion, Lanterns is shaping up to be one of DC’s most exciting TV series yet.
