Lanterns Episode 8 Ends with Mystery and a Twist

The final episode of Lanterns season one, titled "Dirt and Stars", premiered on the night of October 4, at 9 p.m. (Eastern Time). The plot promises to answer questions that have fueled fan curiosity throughout the eight weeks of production, including the death of Hal Jordan and Sinestro's plans.

How to watch episode 8 for free

HBO broadcasts the finale live on its network and simultaneously makes the episode available on the HBO Max platform. Although HBO Max does not offer a free trial, DIRECTV allows new subscribers to watch the episode at no initial cost through a five-day free trial. The service includes access to the East Coast HBO feed and the HBO Max on-demand library. DIRECTV subscriptions start at $59.99 per month for the first three months.

Lower-priced streaming alternatives

For those looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Philo Bundle+ package offers HBO Max (with ads) along with other services like Discovery+ and AMC, totaling $33 per month. The Disney+/Hulu/HBO Max Bundle, which brings together three major platforms, costs $33.99 per month and offers a 38% discount compared to individual subscriptions.

Revelations from the penultimate episode

In episode 7, "The Jordan Boys’ Legacy", John Stewart recovers Hal Jordan's ring and finds the "Halogram", a digital consciousness that helps him open a vault created by Hal. Inside the vault, the characters discover a portal leading to a devastated alien planet, linked to the Manhunters conspiracy and a catastrophic event motivated by fear. The encounter with Sinestro, Hal's former mentor, takes place on this world, creating a new layer of tension for the finale.

Who could have killed Hal Jordan?

Although the series has not yet officially revealed who killed Hal Jordan, several characters are pointed to as suspects. John Stewart, despite being one of the protagonists, does not seem to have clear motives for committing the murder. Kerry, the sheriff of Rushville, keeps secrets and could have been involved in larger schemes, while Kerry's son, Noah, exhibits suspicious behavior. The possibility of Hal being alive or having been replaced by a clone is also discussed, since the series features technology that allows for regeneration and cloning.

Sinestro and the alien planet

Sinestro appears on the alien planet that the characters access through the portal. This location is linked to the Antaan race, nearly wiped out by the Manhunters, and could indicate that Hal, even after death, planned something involving Sinestro and John. The episode promises to clarify whether the meeting on the planet was part of a larger plan or just an unexpected event.

What to expect from the finale

The final episode should answer questions about Hal Jordan's death, Sinestro's plans, and the extraordinary abilities of John Stewart, who can now use powers similar to a Green Lantern's even without the ring. The plot could also reveal whether the body we see of Hal is indeed him or a clone, and if the portal to the alien planet was intentionally created by Hal to protect or manipulate.

With information from Cleveland.com, IGN, Deadline.