Lanterns 1x06 - "Bad Optics" Review

 

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We're getting into Lanterns 1x06, "Bad Optics"! It's 2026, and Hal Jordan isn't the man he used to be. In fact, no one seems to be who we thought they were. Except Guy. Guy is exactly what we expected.

Come wallow in theories and good-time conversation with your buddies Dave and Jason! We're so interested to know where this all is going, and we're not ashamed to say we can't remember every freaking bit of Lantern lore! You can listen to us google!

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Lanterns 1x05 - "Lights Out" Review

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Holy crap! That's one of the best season finales I've ever seen! Crazy that there are 3 episodes left! 

We're back to discuss Lanterns 1x05, “Lights Out”!

The truth about Zoe finally comes crashing into the open as Antaan makes his move! Rushville descends into chaos! Hal and John find themselves on opposite sides of an increasingly ugly situation. We discuss the episode’s reveals, the Hal vs. John showdown, Kerry Kane’s past, Antaan’s vendetta, John’s shocking decision, and what it all means for the Lanterns moving forward.

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Lanterns 1x04 - "The Weenie" Review

 

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We're jumping on "The Weenie" like Zoe jumped on the weenie! That's right, we're getting into Lanterns 1x04, "The Weenie"!

The mystery is finally starting to crack open on HBO’s Lanterns!

What the hell is Sinestro really trying to do to Hal? Why are the Guardians trying to get John to replace him? Okay, that part is obvious, but do they gotta be such jerks about it? Did we seriously just get Mandarin-ed by way of Hector Hammond? Why is William Macon exerting power completely naked? Talk about a weenie... How many vehicles is Hal Jordan going to destroy this season? And after all this hunting for the Manhunter… did we just find it?

Plus, John and Hal are finally starting to work like an actual team—oh, whoops. Nevermind.

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Lanterns 1x03 - "Outkast" Review

 

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We're jumping into John Stewart's past as we review Lanterns 1x03, “Outkast”!

Was John Stewart programmed or raised? Did his parents train him to become a Green Lantern, or did they groom him for it? And how much damage did they do trying to make their son fearless? Also, is it a weakness that Hal Jordan is to blame for almost everything in John's life going wrong, or is it intentional on the part of the writers?

There's so much to discuss!

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Lanterns 1x02 - "Trust Fall" Review

 

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We're haggard and recovering from illness, but we're still talking HBO’s Lanterns!

We discuss episode 1x02, “Trust Fall”! Why is John able to keep that bird construct alive while unconscious? Is Antaan really Atrocitus, or he a, ahem, red herring? Is William Macon Green Arrow, or he working for him? Wait, where are all the patients in this hospital?

There's so much to discuss!

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Lanterns 1x01 - "Pilot" Review

 

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We're back and ready to dive into the series premiere of HBO’s Lanterns!

We discuss episode 1x01, “Pilot,” from Hal and John’s uneasy partnership, the show’s grounded True Detective-inspired approach, the Green Lantern mythology changes of James Gunn’s DCU, our favorite moments, and what didn’t work for us, to that massive ending that changes everything (or did it? Theories abound, friends)!

Is Lanterns the Green Lantern adaptation we’ve been waiting for?

Sound off at dconscreen@gmail.com, and we'll talk about it next week!

SPOILER WARNING: We discuss the entire episode and speculate about where the mystery could be heading.

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Lanterns & Clayface Trailers! Batman Delay & DCU Updates!

 

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Our thoughts on the Lanterns & Clayface trailers, The Batman Part 2 has been delayed again, and lots more including casting rumors debunked by James Gunn:

Supergirl Aftermath, Clayface, & Animation Salvation

 

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On this episode of DC on SCREEN:
Supergirl continues along its slow, box office crawl amid behind-the-scenes revelations and a possible early digital release, Batman: Caped Crusader drops a killer new season 2 trailer, Lanterns gives us more green, but keeps the costumes to themselves, Clayface is reportedly crushing test screenings, James Gunn shuts down one DCU rumor while Peter Safran teases Gorilla Grodd, Blue Beetle appears headed for Man of Tomorrow, Matt Reeves promises even deeper corruption in The Batman Part II, and IS ANIMATION HERE TO SAVE US!? Annecy delivers an avalanche of animation news—including Absolute Batman, Dynamic Duo, Krypto, and a brand-new Joker anime. We’re also gonna talk about that badass Knightfall trailer and much more:

Supergirl Review

 

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Did Supergirl miss the point of Woman of Tomorrow?

Man, did we want to love Supergirl. Instead, we walked away disappointed.

This episode we discuss the film's strongest positives, its biggest storytelling blunders, whether Lobo was wasted, why the emotional payoff never landed for us, and what this could all mean for the future of the DCU!

By the way, the writer of the film didn't understand what happened at the end of the book, and the director proudly explained that he didn't read the book.


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Supergirl Final Trailer & Lex Armor Reactions! | DCU News Updates

 

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On this episode of DC on SCREEN, Jason and I discuss the final trailer for Supergirl, the clip of Kara and Kal meeting for the first time, the newly-revealed armor Lex will be using to fight the man of steel in Man of Tomorrow, updates on The Batman, Part II, Batman: Caped Crusader, and Paradise Lost among other things!

Supergirl

• Supergirl Final Trailer

• Kara Meets Kal-El Clip

• Supergirl Curses!?

Man of Tomorrow

• When Does Man of Tomorrow Take Place?

• New Look at Lex in Iconic Armor

• "I Am Your Overlord!"

The Batman, Part II

• Sebastian Stan on Playing Two-Face

Batman: Caped Crusader

• Season 2 Starts July 31

DC Tea

• Learn Who is Writing Paradise Lost!

• Which Two Big Villains Are Coming to the DCU Soon?

• Teen Titans Film Debunked So Far.

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Lanterns Trailer Reaction & Timeline Reveal + The Batman Part II Cast Announced | DC Studios News

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This week we break down the brand-new Lanterns trailer, the timeline reveal, The Batman Part II production updates, casting news across multiple projects, and fun comments from James Gunn about Superman, Lex Luthor, and more.

Lanterns

• Reaction to the new Lanterns trailer
• DC officially confirms Lanterns spans two timeframes:
  • 2016
  • 2026
• Chris Mundy explains the “old guard and heir apparent” dynamic between Hal Jordan and John Stewart
• Rumors of new creative leadership for Lanterns Season 2
• Christopher Cantwell reportedly joining as writer/executive producer
• Discussion of Tom King and Damon Lindelof potentially stepping away after Season 1

My Adventures with Superman

• My Adventures with Superman Season 3 officially premieres June 13 on Adult Swim
• “Reign of the Supermen” storyline confirmed as inspiration
• Showrunner Jake Wyatt explains how the animated series differs from the classic comic storyline

Man of Tomorrow

• Matthew Lillard joins Man of Tomorrow in an undisclosed role
• Friday Night Lights star Sinqua Walls also joins the DCU project

The Batman Part II

• Matt Reeves confirms The Batman Part II testing is underway
• New snowy Batmobile images teased online with the caption “#SnowTires”
• Full discussion of the announced cast list, including:
  • Robert Pattinson returning as Batman
  • Colin Farrell returning as Penguin
  • Jeffrey Wright returning as Gordon
  • Andy Serkis returning as Alfred
  • Barry Keoghan rumored to return as Joker
  • Scarlett Johansson reportedly cast as Gilda Dent
  • Sebastian Stan reportedly cast as Harvey Dent
  • Charles Dance reportedly cast as Christopher Dent

DC Tea

• James Gunn confirms The Authority is no longer in active development
• James Gunn addresses the “Bloodsport kryptonite bullet” continuity debate
• Why Gunn says Lex Luthor can’t figure out Superman’s secret identity\Sean Gunn teases the future of Maxwell Lord in the DC Universe
• Discussion about wealth, power, influence, and how this version differs from previous interpretations

Misc

• Why we think Supergirl may have shot itself in the foot for theatrical
• We got to meet King Shark (Ron Funches)!
• Colonel Angus Comes Home (SNL)

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Comic Castaways: Wonder Girl | Word | Word II (Patreon Exclusive)

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With the press of a button, the random number generator directs our course to a page from the DC Universe Encyclopedia where we find somewhat obscure characters... comic castaways, if you will, and talk about them for your (and our) edification.

Clayface Trailer Reaction + Supergirl, Man of Tomorrow, The Batman Part II Updates!

 

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We're just catchin' up with the news!

For Supergirl we have cool behind-the-scenes footage to talk about, and a description of the Cinemacon clip!

Has anyone else noticed that it's impossible to find the trailer for Lanterns on any of the official WB/DC accounts? James Gunn still has his up, though. Speaking of, that new poster and tagline sure got people upset!

We have a bit of a breakdown/reaction for the new Clayface trailer! It's not our genre typically, but it's looking pretty cool!

For Man of Tomorrow we have casting rumors, Gunn pointing out that he never confirmed Maxima was in the film, confirmation that Superman composer Dave Fleming is returning, plus some really cool backstory on the chess board Gunn posted on threads when they started shooting!

People are concocting conspiracies about The Batman Part II not happening once again! This time because it wasn't mentioned at Cinemacon! We also laugh about some Superman/Batman Photoshop nightmare napkins that got everybody upset for a minute.


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Supergirl Trailer Reaction + Booster Gold Update | DC Studios News

 

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I'm not sure what all we even talked about this episode, but it was a whole lot more than what is written below! Not only did we discuss the Supergirl trailer teaser AND trailer, not only did we discuss the update David Jenkins gave us for Booster Gold, we somehow got into discussions on franchise tone, fan expectation, my new cornbread cast iron skillet, my new ceramic pan... I don't even know. Plus, and update on the Grant Morrison/Damon Lindelof Lanterns drama!

Lanterns: Green is Stupid Joke Controversy | DC Studios News

 

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On this episode of DC on SCREEN, we have a short episode where we're getting back in the weeds on the Lanterns trailer...

Lanterns

• Green is All Over the Lanterns Trailer With Tons of Symbolism
• Damon Lindelof Told a Kinda Dumb Joke Last Year. The Internet and Grant Morrison Can't Handle It.
• Damon Lindelof Apologizes For His Kinda Dumb Joke From Last Year.

Man of Tomorrow

• Rumor: Aaron Pierre is in Man of Tomorrow

The Batman Part II

• Rumor: Daniel Craig Came and Went as Papa Dent

Booster Gold

• Why David Jenkins Might Not Be Involved With Booster Gold Anymore

Joker Folie a Deux

• A Box Office Flop is a Top Ten Success on Netflix!

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Comic Castaways: Bibbo Bibbowski | Patreon Exclusive

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This episode of Comic Castaways we're discussing the bartending brute Bibbo Bibbowski who serves the patrons of Suicide Slum as we serve our patrons a full glass of crass commentary on the brawler what refers to Superman as his "fav'rit!"

 

Lanterns Trailer Breakdown | DCU News

 

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Lanterns trailer breakdown, Man of Tomorrow rumors squashed, and Batman: The Brave and the Bold updates are just a few of the topics being discussed in this episode of DC on SCREEN!

• Lanterns Trailer Breakdown | https://youtu.be/Z1jcPlGXnMo
• Man of Tomorrow Has Not Be Retitled 
• DCU Superman Does Not Believe in Santa Claus!
• James Gunn Does Rewrites After Talking to Actors
• Man of Tomorrow is Not Filming in a Few Weeks.
• Panic in the Sky is Not an Inspiration for Man of Tomorrow!
• Batman: The Brave and the Bold Will Not Wait For The Batman Part III to Release.
• Paradise Lost is Still Happening!
• Zack Snyder is Still Open to Returning to Finish His Justice League Films.
• Snyder Praises James Gunn's Superman
• Gunn Says More Kids-Based DC Animation on the Way!

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Supergirl Test Screenings, Wonder Woman Rumors, Lanterns Logo Revealed | DCU News Updates

 

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Welcome to DC on SCREEN #781!

David C. Roberson and Jason Goss break down the latest DCU news, casting updates, rumors, and clarifications from DC Studios.

Bud Cort Dies at 77

We begin by remembering Bud Cort, who voiced:

• Toyman on Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League Unlimited, and Static Shock

• Josiah Wormwood on Batman: The Animated Series

He was 77.

Supergirl Updates

Supergirl Meets Lobo TV Spot

A new TV spot for Supergirl featuring Lobo has surfaced.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TuUiYuaWCU

Baby Krypto Revealed

New footage featuring Baby Krypto debuted during the Puppy Bowl and was later shared by James Gunn.

https://youtu.be/VoqjnU_wGJM

“We’re Not Telling Woman of Tomorrow”

Gunn clarified that the film is not a direct adaptation of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, but rather inspired by its tone and structure.

Supergirl Test Screenings

Reports suggest:

• A darker tone than Superman

• A human trafficking storyline

• More intense violence

• Strong cinematography

• A major role for Jason Momoa’s Lobo

• A redesigned, more menacing Krem of the Yellow Hills

Sources describe the film as balancing humor, darkness, and lightness.

Lanterns

New Lanterns Logo Revealed

The first official logo for Lanterns has been unveiled.

Clayface

Production Update

Gunn confirms that director James Watkins is still working on the first cut of Clayface.

The film remains on track for its 2026 release, though Warner Bros. has shifted the release date to October.

Man of Tomorrow

Brainiac Casting Confirmed

Lars Eidinger has been cast as Brainiac.

Gunn shared that the character draws inspiration from multiple comic eras, including classic Otto Binder stories and more modern, darker interpretations.

Casting Updates

Gunn confirmed:

• Smaller roles are currently being cast

• The rumored female role is NOT Wonder Woman

Maxima Rumor

Reports suggest Maxima may appear as a secondary antagonist before potentially shifting allegiances.

Cinematographer Confirmed

Sam McCurdy (Game of Thrones, Shōgun) joins as cinematographer.

The Batman Part II

Casting Rumors

• Scarlett Johansson rumored as Gilda Dent

• Sebastian Stan rumored for Harvey Dent

• Reports suggest an older role may be Harvey Dent’s father

We also discuss comic lore surrounding Harvey’s abusive father and its potential influence.

Batman: The Brave and the Bold

Christina Hodson Writing

THR reports Christina Hodson is attached as screenwriter.

Gunn defended her writing publicly, noting that screenplays often differ significantly from final films.

No Actionable Script Ready

Gunn says there is no “actionable script” yet and that DC is taking a measured development approach.

Mister Miracle

Tom King confirms Mister Miracle is a DCU project with major implications and confirms Darkseid has been cast.

DC Tea – Rumor Cleanup

Batman & Wonder Woman Auditions Are False

Gunn states that rumors of Batman and Wonder Woman auditions are not true.

He reaffirmed both characters’ importance to the DCU.

Wonder Woman Casting Rumor

Deuxmoi claims Adria Arjona is Gunn’s top choice, though this remains unconfirmed.

Dynamic Duo Not DCU

The animated Dynamic Duo project is not part of DCU canon.

Grant Gustin Is Not the DCU Flash

After hair-dye speculation online, Gunn shut down rumors that Gustin is the new Barry Allen.

Blue Beetle 2?

Director Angel Manuel Soto says he hopes to continue the story and would love to introduce Booster Gold, possibly even through animation.

Creature Commandos

Season 2 Animating

Gunn confirmed that Creature Commandos Season 2 is animating, with more projects in development.

Captain Atom Rumor

Reports suggest Nathaniel Adam (Captain Atom) may appear in Season 2.

“A Lot Close to Greenlight”

When asked about upcoming DCU projects, Gunn stated that several are close to greenlight — and at least one already is.

Zatanna & Lobo What-Could-Have-Beens

Emerald Fennell revealed her darker, more psychological Zatanna script was likely “too far away from the genre” for DC Studios.

Jason Fuchs reveals his Lobo plans

Superman Blu-ray Sales

Superman was the second top-selling Blu-ray of 2025, behind Wicked.

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Video: DCoS #780 - Interview: The Man Who Saw Batgirl (Uncut Patreon Exclusive)

 

Chuck from Kentucky saw the first test screening of Batgirl three years ago. Now he's here to tell you about what he saw. And we're here too.

This special 4-hour, uncut video recording also features us talking old Hollywood, physical media history, and even an orgy! Plus loads more (no pun intended)! 

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Interview: The Man Who Saw Batgirl

 

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Chuck from Kentucky saw the first test screening of Batgirl three years ago. Now he's here to tell you about what he saw. And we're here too.

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