Lanterns backdrop
Drama•Mystery•Sci-Fi & Fantasy

The Best Episodes of Lanterns

Every episode of Lanterns ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Lanterns!

Binge this in 2h 43m•Peaking at 7.1/10

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.

Airs on
HBO
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons1

All1

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Click to reveal
    Lanterns Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.1/10(80 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    After a fatal shooting, Green Lantern Hal Jordan and new recruit John Stewart set out to prove it was an extraterrestrial event.

    Director:James Hawes
    Writers:Damon Lindelof, Tom King, Chris Mundy

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Lanterns Season 1 Episode 3 - OutKast
    7.1/10(39 votes)

    #2 - OutKast

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Stephen Williams
    Writer:Vanessa Baden Kelly

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Lanterns Season 1 Episode 2 - Trust Fall
    6.9/10(47 votes)

    #3 - Trust Fall

    S1:E2

    While John's middling errand ultimately proves eventful, Hal makes waves in Rushville – which only inspires him to dig deeper.

    Director:James Hawes
    Writers:Chris Mundy, Vanessa Baden Kelly

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Best Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "Lanterns". It scored 7.1/10 based on 80 votes. Directed by James Hawes and written by Damon Lindelof, Tom King, Chris Mundy, it aired on 8/16/2026. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "OutKast".