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Lanterns Review: HBO’s Unpredictable DC Universe Drama Defies Expectations

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August 14, 2026

[#item_full_content] Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler lead a True Detective-style mystery with a cosmic streak. Lanterns premieres Sunday, Aug. 16 at 9/8c on HBO and HBO Max. Lanterns Review: HBO's Unpredictable DC Universe Drama Defies Expectations Read More

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