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Only one can wear the ring.
Two intergalactic cops, new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, are drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
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Two intergalactic cops, new recruit John Stewart and Lantern legend Hal Jordan, are drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.
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Episode 1
After a fatal shooting, Green Lantern Hal Jordan and new recruit John Stewart set out to prove it was an extraterrestrial event.
Directed by James HawesWritten by Tom King, Damon Lindelof, Chris MundyGuest stars Jason Ritter, Chris Coy, J. Alphonse Nicholson, Cary Christopher, Cairo Cash Lee, Noah Gibson Slates, Jaylen Lyndon Hunter, Michael Ocampo
Episode 2
While John's middling errand ultimately proves eventful, Hal makes waves in Rushville – which only inspires him to dig deeper.
Directed by James HawesWritten by Chris Mundy, Vanessa Baden KellyGuest stars Jason Ritter, Paul Ben-Victor, John Venable, Jonney Ahmanson, Craig Baxley Jr., Kamy Bruder, Jim Charmatz, Victor Broadley
Episode 3
When his dad misunderstands a contact attempt from the Guardians, John is put forth as the next best option to fulfill the Green Lantern destiny. Then, after a lifetime of preparation, John finally gets his chance to interview for the Guardians.
Directed by Stephen WilliamsWritten by Vanessa Baden KellyGuest stars J. Alphonse Nicholson, Cairo Cash Lee, Noah Gibson Slates, Jaylen Lyndon Hunter, Laura Linney, Mark D. Espinoza, Jasmine Cephas Jones, Jayce Eiland
Episode 4
As the 48-hour deadline nears, John develops a new theory about the Manhunter's location, leading him and Hal to run their next move by Sheriff Kane. Meanwhile, Hal's visit to Sinestro has consequences.
Directed by Geeta PatelWritten by Breannah GibsonGuest stars Cary Christopher, Michael Ocampo, Laura Linney, Paul Ben-Victor, Jason Manuel Olazabal, Jasmine Cephas Jones, J. Alphonse Nicholson, Eric Staves
Episode 5
As the Macon family's history unravels, Rushville mobilizes in the face of the escalating threat. As John is placed in an impossible position, Hal risks everything in a final attempt to take down the Manhunter.
Directed by Geeta PatelWritten by Justin Britt-GibsonGuest stars Jason Ritter, Cary Christopher, Michael Ocampo, Laura Linney, Paul Ben-Victor, Jasmine Cephas Jones, J. Alphonse Nicholson, Brooklyn Mackie
Episode 6
Guest stars Jason Ritter, Nathan Fillion
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Kyle ChandlerHal Jordan
Aaron PierreJohn Stewart
Kelly MacdonaldSheriff Kerry Kane
Garret DillahuntWilliam 'Will' Macon
Poorna JagannathanZoe Macon
Jason RitterWilliam 'Billy' Macon
Chris CoyWaylon Sanders
Cary ChristopherYoung Noah Macon
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