John Stewart Unearths Hal Jordan's Grave in 'Lanterns' Episode 6 to Access Halogram
The latest episode of the HBO series 'Lanterns' reveals Stewart's clandestine motive for retrieving Jordan's ring and suit, while also introducing Carol Ferris.
In the latest installment of the HBO series Lanterns, Episode 6, titled "Lanterns," viewers witness John Stewart's complex actions surrounding the funeral of Hal Jordan. Set ten years after a catastrophic event in Rushville, the episode finds John Stewart and the current Green Lantern, Guy Gardner, unwelcome in the town due to their association with the Green Lantern Corps. The narrative focuses on Stewart's investigation into the murder of Hal Jordan, working alongside Sheriff Kerry Kane. It is revealed that after Stewart stepped down as Green Lantern, Jordan was imprisoned, leading the Guardians to assign the ring to Guy Gardner. This explains Gardner's presence in recent DC live-action projects.
Stewart's request for Gardner to retrieve Hal Jordan's old suit and ring for burial appears to be an act of respect. However, once the funeral concludes and mourners depart, Stewart exhumes Jordan's grave. His true intention is not to reclaim the Green Lantern mantle for himself, but to access a "Halogram"—a voice-activated recording of Hal Jordan stored in his safe. This action is necessary for Stewart to gain crucial information about the events unfolding in Rushville.
The episode also introduces Carol Ferris, played by Amie Mackenzie, who attends Hal Jordan's funeral. In the comics, Carol Ferris is Hal Jordan's original love interest and the heir to Ferris Aircraft. Her character has a history of oscillating between being a superhero and a supervillain in her comic book appearances. Previously portrayed by Blake Lively in the 2011 film Green Lantern and voiced by various actresses in animation, Mackenzie's casting marks her first on-screen role in a DC project after a significant career in theater and overcoming cancer.
Lanterns Episode 6 clarifies how Guy Gardner became the Green Lantern. He was the contingency choice after both Hal Jordan and John Stewart were unavailable or declined the role. This detail explains Gardner's active status as Green Lantern in other DC properties. The episode features dialogue from Lanterns stars Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, with Pierre comically remarking, "Yeah, that's my guy! No pun intended," in reference to Gardner.