Lanterns (2026)
Intergalactic cops investigate a gritty, atmospheric murder mystery unfolding in the American heartland.
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.
How intense is Lanterns?
Lanterns is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated TV-MA.
What Lanterns feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittyepicatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Lanterns
US availability via TMDB, last checked Oct 4, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Lanterns for you?
Is Lanterns scary?
Only a little. Lanterns has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Lanterns gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Lanterns sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Lanterns OK for kids?
It is rated TV-MA, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
Where can I stream Lanterns?
Lanterns is streaming on Max.
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