What is the title of Lanterns’ first episode?

The first episode of Lanterns is titled “Pilot.”

The episode is scheduled to premiere on August 16, 2026, and is directed by James Hawes. Its credited writers are Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King, the three creators of the series.

As the opening chapter, the pilot introduces the show’s central partnership between Hal Jordan and John Stewart. Jordan is an experienced Lantern approaching retirement, while Stewart is a new recruit who must learn from him. Their investigation begins with a murder in Rushville, Nebraska, and expands into a larger mystery.

“Pilot” is a production title commonly used for the first episode of a television series, but it is also the official listed title here. The season contains eight episodes in total. The second episode is scheduled for August 23, 2026, and the remaining episodes are planned for weekly release through October 4.