Following his breakout role in Top Gun: Maverick as Hangman, Glen Powell is set to return in Devotion, directed by J. D. Dillard. Known for his love for aviation, which the actor had previously made abundantly clear, many fans of DCEU are proclaiming their admiration for Powell. Some are even convinced that the actor is best fitted to play the role of DC’s Green Lantern, otherwise known as Harold “Hal” Jordan. But what led to such claims?
The actor, who received a call back from Tom Cruise himself after an impressionable audition for Top Gun: Maverick, is known for his charm and never-ending talent. However, something else may be connecting the actor with the role of Green Lantern — a passion for aviation.
A Perfect Match For Green Lantern…?
Previously, fans of MCU were the ones who freaked out over the actor potentially being cast as X-Men’s Cyclops. This time around, the tables have turned and the ball is in the DCEU fans’ court. Many fans of the franchise have professed their love for the actor; some even claimed that they could see similarities between the character of Hangman, and that of the Green Lantern. We might have an answer as to why the audience wants the actor in the role of Hal Jordan.
In almost all adaptations, the character of Green Lantern has been depicted as a former fighter aviator who worked as a test pilot for Ferris Aircraft. Since the character has an aviator background, many fans believe he is the best pilot in the entire franchise — and they have proof to validate their claims. Hal Jordan, in the comics, was able to fly a constructed plane quickly enough to reach New Gods’ Lightray, who is considered one of the fastest characters in the franchise. Now that’s a feat!
Why Fans Think Glen Powell Is The Best Choice
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Glen Powell may be the best fit, but how so? Many believe that the actor’s expertise in aviation may be one of the reasons why. Previously, in an Instagram post, Powell had stated that after Tom Cruise sponsored his flight lessons, he received his pilot’s license. Therefore, Powell is not only an aviator on the big screen, but he has also been trained in real life. Does that ring any bell? Perhaps, having an aviator background might just be the link that connects Powell to the Green Lantern.
At least this is what fans think about it:
glen powell as hal jordan's green lantern. #RestoreTheSnyderVerse pic.twitter.com/XjDBp12KT3
— aymn. (@zampomu) July 11, 2022
I think glen powell should be in dc. green lantern? hal jordan?? yes
— maya was born pink (@saweetener) June 5, 2022
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Glen Powell would be an amazing Cyclops if casted but don’t forget he would be PHENOMENAL as Green Lantern!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/B7vfbKVCrg
— Brady Quinn (@BradyQuinn710) July 16, 2022
Warner Bros. should be backing up two dump trucks full of cash to the homes of Joseph Kosinski and @glenpowell with notes that say “Green Lantern” on them. pic.twitter.com/2NkFq5BMnM
— Johnny Sobczak (@JohnnySobczak) May 29, 2022
We can affirm that the fans are quite enthusiastic to see the actor potentially getting cast as Green Lantern, perhaps in the near future. While fans of Green Lantern await the fruition of their dreams, a new official trailer for the upcoming 2022 film, Devotion, which features Powell, alongside Jonathan Majors and Joe Jonas has been released.
Watch the trailer here:
Following the story of Jesse Brown and Tom Hudner, Devotion is set for a November 23, 2022 release.
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