HBO has unveiled a new teaser trailer for its upcoming drama series 'Lanterns', set to premiere on August 17. The show is part of James Gunn's DC Universe and focuses on the lives of two members of the Green Lantern Corps, Hal Jordan and John Stewart, portrayed by Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre, respectively. The series promises a unique blend of superhero action and mystery, described as a True Detective-style narrative, as the characters delve into an Earth-based murder investigation believed to have alien connections.

The storyline unfolds across two timelines, with the first set in 2016, where Hal and John investigate a shooting, and the second taking place ten years later, following events from the 2025 film 'Superman'. The cast also includes Kelly Macdonald as Sheriff Kerry and Laura Linney in an undisclosed role, along with other notable actors. 'Lanterns' will be available on HBO Max, following the platform's typical release schedule of weekly episodes, with the US airing starting at 9 PM ET on Sundays.