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Green Lantern

Several individuals have taken up the name, powers, and duties of the Green Lantern since the character was created for DC comics in the 1940s. But no matter who takes on the name, of the Green Lanterns, an intergalactic force for protection and justice, seek to eliminate evil and keep Earth (and other planets) safe.

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Green Lantern Hal Jordan in Ivan Reis Comic Art
Created By
Martin Nodell, Bill Finger, John Broome, Gil Kane, Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams
Movies
Green Lantern
Comic Books
Green Lantern #1
Alias
Alan Scott, Hal Jordan, Guy Gardner, John Stewart, Kyle Rayner, Simon Baz, Jessica Cruz, Sojourner Mullein
Franchise
D.C.

Split image of Ryan Reynolds and Ryan Reynolds in Green Lantern
"How Dare They": One of DC's Best Writers Had a Surprising Reaction to Ryan Reynold's Infamous Movie

The 2011 Green Lantern film generated a lot of controversy, but one writer had an interesting reaction to Ryan Reynold’s pre-Deadpool role.

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Overlay of John Stewart, Kyle Rayner, Hal Jordan, Jessica Cruz, and Guy Gardner.
The Green Lantern Corps Is Now Stronger Than Ever, So Please - Don't Let DC Ruin the Team

DC’s new Green Lantern series is almost here, introducing an exciting new team dynamic for the universe’s most renowned intergalactic police force.

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It Took Too Long, But Finally, My Favorite Green Lantern Is Taking the Spotlight at DC

With Absolute Green Lantern on the horizon, my favorite GL is making a return, and I can’t help but wish her first series was still ongoing.

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It’s Official: Green Lantern’s New Power Proves He Is on Superman’s Level

John Stewart's Green Lantern just performed a feat that allows him to replicate Superman's power, showing that he's on par with the Man of Steel.

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Green Lantern Sinestro Frank Quitely DC Comics
Green Lantern Has a New Rival, And They've Got Sinestro Looking Like an Amateur

It’s a new era for Green Lantern and a villain is about to become so powerful, they’ll make Hal Jordan’s nemesis Sinestro look pitiful by comparison.

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The Shepherd and Green Lantern
Sure, Superman Is Powerful But Only the Green Lantern Fought God... Literally

Green Lantern once fought 'God' for the fate of the planet Earth, establishing him as one of DC's most powerful heroes in the process.

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Why Is Absolute Green Lantern Shifting Away From John Stewart? We Finally Have an Answer

John Stewart is one of DC's most popular Green Lanterns, so why is the Absolute Universe not focusing him? Writer Al Ewing has the answer.

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Green Lantern Kissing Star Sapphire DC
Superhero Romances Rarely End Well, But Is the Justice League Ready to Ban Them?

Green Lantern and Star Sapphire's blossoming relationship is sparking controversy in the Justice League, calling superhero romances into question.

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Comic book art: the New 52 Superboy in front of a red S shield.
At Last, Superboy Locks In a DC Comeback With Green Lantern's Help

Superboy has been largely absent from the DCU. However, there’s good news—DC is bringing the hero back, and this time, with the help of Green Lantern.

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Hal Jordan as the Green Lantern in DC Comics using his powers
Forget the Batmobile: Green Lantern Has an Epic New Ride Complete With Easter Eggs

Green Lantern debuts a new spaceship that serves as a perfect reference to his fan-favorite animated series, hinting at a character's comeback.

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Justice League's Green Lantern Replacement Proves They Need to Years Ago

A new hero has taken Green Lantern's place in the Justice League, and they are already becoming one of the team's most valuable .

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Spider-Man with Green Lantern kissing Star Sapphire in the background
You May Think Spider-Man Has the Messiest Superhero Romance, But You'd Be Wrong

Spider-Man's love life is infamously rough, but one of DC's Green Lanterns puts him to shame with the worst romantic track record of any superhero.

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 of the Green Lantern Corps flying into battle in DC comics
DC Settles the Age-Old Debate: Are the Green Lanterns Cops?

As the DC Universe’s biggest peacekeeping force, the question of whether the Green Lanterns are cops is a valid one. Fortunately, DC has an answer.

A split image of Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart  from DC Comics
Lanterns Star Praises Show's "Insane" Script, Reveals Shooting For The DCU Green Lantern Project Begins This Week

Lanterns actress Poorna Jagannathan teased what the DCU project has in store for audiences, as the highly-anticipated series heads into production.

Batman stands before his collection of Batmobiles
Look, the Batmobile Is Great, But One DC Hero Just Got Their Own Monster Truck

Sure, everyone loves Batman’s Batmobile—especially the newly debuted Absolute Universe version of the ride—but what's cooler than a monster truck?

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Interview: Jeremy Adams and Morgan Hampton on Rebuilding GREEN LANTERN CORPS for the DC All In Era

The Green Lantern Corps is back in a new series and writers Morgan Hampton and Jeremy Adams dish on what exciting changes are coming for the team.

The poster for Superman (2025) next to Ryan Reynolds lifting his Green Lantern ring as Hal Jordan in Green Lantern (2011)
The DCU’s Controversial Green Lantern Debut Is Secretly The Most Effective Way To Make Up For DC’s 2011 Movie Flop

The DCU’s debut of a Green Lantern character is proving to be somewhat controversial, yet ironically, this perfectly makes up for 2011’s flop.

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Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner and Guy Gardner from DC Comics
If You Judge Guy Gardner On His Looks, Sorry - You're Really Missing Out

Fans may have laughed at Guy Gardner in the trailer for James Gunn's Superman, but he just distinguished himself as a great Green Lantern.

Green Lanterns Hal Jordan John Stewart and Jessica Cruz DC
The Green Lantern Corps Welcomes a New Leader, And We're Already Sold

The Green Lantern Corps has been through a great deal lately, and now they have a new leader ready to guide them into an exciting new era.

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Green Lantern's New Era Is Kicking Off With Help From DC's Best Villains in Decades

After a turbulent last few years, Green Lantern is entering a new era--but there is no time to celebrate, as a grave new threat to the Corps emerges.