Fans speculate Aaron Pierre as Green Lantern in Netflix film

Fans have been speculating about Aaron Pierre's potential casting as Green Lantern following his lead role in the Netflix film 'Rebel Ridge.' His previous work on DC's 'Krypton' has led to comparisons with the character John Stewart, particularly due to his charisma and physical presence. Social media buzz has highlighted Pierre's resemblance to the character, prompting discussions about his suitability for the role. The upcoming Green Lantern series, set to be part of James Gunn's DC Universe, will not follow the traditional standalone movie format. Instead, it will be a TV show titled 'Lanterns,' which will air as an HBO Original. The series is expected to feature John Stewart as a new recruit alongside Hal Jordan, who will take on a mentor role. The narrative will focus on their investigation of a murder in a rural American setting, emphasizing the 'space cops' theme central to the Lantern Corps. While there have been rumors about other actors, including Josh Brolin, Matthew McConaughey, and Ewan McGregor, being considered for the role of Hal Jordan, the casting for John Stewart remains uncertain. Previous attempts to introduce John Stewart in live-action adaptations have been limited, with only hints of the character appearing in the Arrowverse. As the series develops, there is hope that Aaron Pierre's performance in 'Rebel Ridge' will catch the attention of James Gunn, potentially leading to his casting as John Stewart. Fans are eager to see how this new interpretation of the Green Lantern mythos will unfold on screen.